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Mike B.

CAD Designer – 2D Plans, 3D Modeling, Civil 3D, 3Ds Max, Revit

San Diego, United States

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34,902 / 151,262

Skill pts: 5

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About

I’m a CAD drafting specialist with 20 years of experience in the tradeshow and event industry, creating detailed floor plans, production layouts, and 3D booth designs. I’ve worked extensively with AutoCAD, FreemanCAD - an industry‑specific CAD platform used for large‑scale event and exhibit design, and 3D modeling tools to produce accurate, build-ready drawings for large-scale events and complex spatial environments.

Before entering the event industry, I interned for two years at Morengo Morton Architects in San Diego, where I gained hands-on experience with architectural drafting, space planning, and technical documentation. That foundation has carried through my entire career, giving me a strong understanding of real-world construction, layout logic, and precision drafting.

I now offer freelance CAD services including 2D drafting, industrial and factory layouts, floor plans, 3D modeling, and Civil 3D/Revit BIM modeling. I’m detail‑oriented, fast, and comfortable working with complex drawings, redlines, and production requirements.

Experience

Freelance CAD Drafting (Independent) Self Employed · Freelance Feb 2024 – Present 2 yrs 8 mos San Diego, CA, USA - Industrial machine layouts
- Factory and warehouse floor plans
- Event layouts
- CAD cleanup, redlines, and revisions
-Civil 3D: points, surfaces, linework
- Revit : BIM models, layout coordination
Operations Foreman / CAD Designer — Freeman (SoCal) 20 years Freeman Decorating Company · Full-time Feb 2005 – Present 21 yrs 8 mos San Diego, CA, USA Produce detailed 2D floor plans, production layouts, and spatial coordination drawings for large-scale events and exhibits.

Design 3D booth models using AutoCAD and FreemanCAD (industry-specific CAD software for event and exhibit design).

Interpret field conditions, equipment requirements, and workflow constraints to create accurate, build-ready plans.

Manage complex drawings with XREFs, metadata, and large plan sets.

Collaborate with production teams to deliver precise layouts under tight deadlines.
Architectural Intern — Morengo Morton Architects (San Diego, CA) ~2 years Morengo Morton Architects · Internship Sep 2005 – Feb 2008 2 yrs 5 mos San Diego, CA, USA Assisted with architectural drafting, space planning, and technical documentation.

Created 2D plans, elevations, and detail drawings under supervision of licensed architects.

Gained foundational experience in architectural standards, layout logic, and professional CAD workflows.

Worked with AutoCAD and early 3D modeling tools to support project development.

Education

University of San Diego (USD) Bachelor's, Architectural Studies (initial focus), later Business coursework 2005 – 2010 Activities and Societies: Sigma Pi, Epsilon-Chi Chapter Completed coursework in Architectural Studies and Business. Gained foundational experience in architectural drafting, space planning, and technical documentation while interning at Morengo Morton Architects. Active member of Sigma Pi, Epsilon‑Chi Chapter.

Other experience

General Construction & Field Work Experience with onsite measurements, layout verification, and coordinating build crews.

Familiar with construction sequencing, material handling, and practical installation considerations.

Strong ability to identify layout issues early and adjust drawings to match field realities.

Comfortable interpreting plans and ensuring they align with actual build conditions.
Tradeshow & Event Construction — Freeman (SoCal) - Hands‑on experience building large‑scale exhibits, booths, and show environments.
-Worked directly with carpenters, electricians, riggers, and production teams to execute layouts from CAD drawings.
- Deep understanding of spatial constraints, equipment placement, and real‑world build requirements.
- Able to translate field conditions into accurate drafting updates and redlines.