Curtis A.

Experience

• Architectural Draftsman & 3D Visualizer David B. Smith, Architect · Self-employed Dec 2018 – Present 7 yrs 5 mos Laguna Beach, CA, United States Architectural design firm where I contributed to residential design projects by producing full architectural drawing sets, including site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, and detailed construction documents. I developed 3D models, renderings, and animations to help visualize projects and communicate design intent to clients and project teams. My role also involved working from the architect’s sketches and markups, hosting virtual design meetings and walkthroughs, and managing drawings through all phases of the design process—from initial concept and design development to engineering coordination, city approvals, and final execution.
• Sketchup Trainer/Tutor Tutors & Services · Freelance Oct 2018 – Present 7 yrs 7 mos Boulder, CO, United States Provided one-on-one online tutoring and consulting focused on SketchUp modeling, rendering workflows, and architectural drafting practices. Assisted clients in developing accurate 3D models, renderings, animations, and 360° panoramic visualizations for design presentations and documentation. Led virtual walkthroughs and design meetings to help clients better understand spatial relationships and design intent. Also helped improve design workflows by identifying inefficiencies, developing structured modeling methods, creating dynamic components, and building component libraries to streamline modeling and documentation processes.
• Architectural Designer Backyard Office · Contract Aug 2021 – May 2022 9 mos Dallas, TX, United States Worked directly with clients and the company owner to design custom backyard office structures from concept through construction documentation. Developed drafting templates, standard procedures, and component libraries to improve workflow and production efficiency. Produced 3D models, technical drawings, and renderings to visualize projects and guide fabrication and installation. Responsibilities also included creating material takeoffs, coordinating with fabricators and installers, and delivering accurate layouts to ensure smooth project execution.
• Senior Draftsman MASA Architectural Canopies · Full-time Sep 2015 – Oct 2018 3 yrs 1 mos Saint Clair, PA, United States Produced 2D and 3D CAD drawings for modular architectural canopy systems, supporting projects from concept development through fabrication and installation. Created detailed construction documents, fabrication packets, bills of materials, and assembly diagrams for production teams. Developed 3D concepts, renderings, and animations to assist sales and client presentations, while coordinating with architects, engineers, project managers, and installers to ensure accurate execution of designs. Also contributed to the development of component libraries and an online product configurator that allowed customers to generate custom specifications in real-time 3D.