WUZZY ZACH wuzzyzach@gmail.com www.wuzzyzach.com
WUZZY ZACH
+ 1 9123236171
SKILL
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Architecture (M.Arch.) | 2020 - 2023 • Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
Architecture Portfolio Teacher | 2022 - 2023 Beijing Huanqiu Yimeng International Art Education Inc. • Lead comprehensive lectures, workshops, and tutorials, offering expert guidance to students in architectural design principles and artistic expression. • Support the creation of portfolios displaying innovative designs and artworks, fostering skills in conceptualization, presentation, and critical analysis in architecture.
Revit Rhino & Grasshopper Lumion Enscape AutoCAD SketchUp 3ds Max V-Ray Dialux MULTIMEDIA SOFTWARE Final Cut Pro Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects MS Office Suite DESIGN ABILITIES Model Making Collaboration Skills Photography Film Lighting Stage Lighting SPECIALIZED TECHNICAL Controller Expertise: • DMX512 • MA Lighting • Avolites Pearl Wood Fabrication Drawing Bel Canto Level Certification
LANGUAGE English & Chinese
Interior Design (M.F.A.) Retain Status | 2018 - 2020 • Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) Film and Television Photography and Production (B.F.A.) | 2014 - 2018 - Environmental Lighting Design • Communication University of China (CUC)
ACTIVITY & AWARD 2023 Student Showcase (2023 AIA COTE Competition, ACSA) | 2023 • Blowing Away, Architectural Design and Research Project “2023 Printmaking Triennial” Exhibition (Woods-Gerry-Gallery) | 2023 • Natural Ventilation, Copperplate Engraving, Printmaking Artwork Gold Award (IDA 2022 International Design Award) | 2022 • Received the Gold Award in the Architecture category (Institutional) at IDA 2022. "A Moment That Lasts Beyond Now" Exhibition (RISD) | 2022 • Featured "Narragansett Academy" in Architecture Design Low Rise Housing Ideas for Los Angeles Design Challenge | 2021 • Recognized with an Honorable Mention in the Design Group for contributions in prophase planning, architectural design, modeling, and rendering. LIF 2016 Beijing International Lighting Forum (Beijing, China) | 2015 • Contributed to lighting design for the conference room and managed performance control aspects. Lighting and Scene Designer | 2015 - 2018 • Involved in film production, specializing in lighting and scene design. Contributed to 7-8 experimental student short-film crews in roles such as gaffer or best boy. Also participated in the production of the modern drama "Everything in the Garden."
Architectural Designer Intern | 2022 Gensler (San Francisco) • Contributed to the execution of four significant school building projects and research initiatives focused on San Francisco's downtown area. Interior Designer | 2018 ACG Interior Art Center • Acquired valuable skills in collaborative teamwork and proficiently mastered various interior design software applications. Environment Protection Specialist | 2017 Chiho-Tiande Metals Co., Ltd. • Interned in the Environmental Assessment and Emissions Systems Assessment division. Learned hands-on experience in field assessments and system checks, while gaining extensive knowledge in environmental issues and emission pollution. Fashion Photographer | 2016 - 2017 Freelance | 2016 - 2017 • Specialized in commercial street and fashion shots. Created over 30 high-view-through rate fashion makeup videos. Managed various responsibilities encompassing video strategy, pre-production planning, lighting design, cinematography, and post-production editing. Choir President | 2014 - 2017 Communication University of China Art Choir • Coordinated rehearsals, performances, and campus events for a 60-member choir. Directed the choir's appearances on VT shows and notable performances, including the prestigious 2015 CCTV's Spring Festival Gala, often likened to the "Chinese Super Bowl."
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