Dylan Nelson
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Lives in Frisco, TX    |    972-979-8478    |    Designer @ DylanNelsonDesigns.com

Summary:

Accomplished and motivated in architectural drafting and design with almost two years of experience in the field and four-plus years’ experience with Revit. Capable of drafting and designing many styles of residences such as spec homes, remodels, ADA certified housing, and accessory dwelling units with a specialization in high performance and custom homes. Worked alongside Operation Finally Home pro-bono to provide a handicap accessible house to a veteran. Willing to learn new programs and skills.

Skills:

  • Proficient in PC based programs, such as
    • Revit 2019
    • ENSCAPE
    • AutoCAD 2019
    • SOLIDWORKS 2019
  • Microsoft OS basics
  • Knowledgeable of the automotive industry
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Independent
  • Skilled with my hands

Education:

Collin County Community College (2016-2018)
— Computer-Aided Drafting and Design degree (CAD); Associates of Science 

Relevant Coursework:

  • Technical Drafting
  • Basic Computer-Aided Drafting
  • Mechanical Drafting
  • Intermediate Comp-Aided Drafting
  • Architectural Draft-Commercial
  • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
  • SOLIDWORKS Essentials
  • Architect Drafting-Residential
  • Advanced SOLIDWORKS

Employment Experience:

  • Tag & Associates, LLC – Revit Design Technician    April 2019 – December 2020
    • Drawing houses as a permit ready set of plans
    • Reviewing and redlining the plans of co-workers for errors and inconsistencies
    • Managing the status of my projects to make sure they get out on time
    • Helping others with Revit or design layout and construction questions
    • Meeting with clients to review and adjust plans
    • Measuring existing homes for remodels
    • Site visit to compare plans to construction
    • Working at convention booths to advertise the company
    • Meeting with builders and architects to discuss projects
    • Making Virtual Reality ready models
    • Creating Revit Families
  • Lone Star Valet – Car Valet   February 2018 – Current
    • Parking luxury cars in a timely and professional manner
    • Working versatile and flexible schedules
    • Coordinating with team members in fast-paced environment
  • Marble Slab – Slabmaster   June – August 2017
    • Managed daily supplies for successful operation
    • Provided friendly customer service for patrons
    • Handled orders at the cash register and balanced funds
    • Recorded inventory and responsible for closing each night
  • Sun & Ski Sports – Part-time Sales Associate    September – December 2015
    • Outfitted customers with proper ski equipment
    • Assisted customers with service requests in timely manner
    • Worked with team members to meet sales goals
  • Shade Tree Fabrication – Seasonal Worker   June – August 2015
    • Prepared wood to be assembled into cabinets
    • Coordinated orders to be shipped out on a timely schedule
    • Arrived early to setup equipment for team members