Junior architecture student and aspiring Intern Architect/Architectural Drafter with experience at Solex Architecture, working on various project types, through means of on-site analysis and digital drafter. Developing skills in creating 3D renderings to enhance client presentations and supported senior architects through schematic design phases. Demonstrated exceptional collaborative teamwork and effective communication, ensuring project compliance and efficiency. Adept in Autodesk Revit and Twinmotion.
Hi, I’m
Jerri Ratliff Jr.
HURT,VA
Summary
Overview
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Ujima LLC at Virginia Tech
Ujima Living-Learning Community Peer Mentor
08.2024 - 05.2025
Job overview
- Mentor to one student, who is a freshman within the Architecture major.
- Conducted mandated biweekly meetings with mentee to relay important program information
- Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.
- Developed strong relationships with mentees, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Connected mentees with academic resources such as tutoring services or workshops when needed to improve performance levels.
- Promoted a sense of belonging among peers by fostering an inclusive atmosphere within the mentoring program''s activities and discussions.
Solex Architecture
Intern Architect/Architectural Drafter
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Developed 3D renderings and presentation materials for client meetings, aiding in visualization of proposed designs.
- Gave instructional presentation on Twinmotion design and rendering software.
- Conducted site visits to obtain measurements, photographs, and present conditions of site.
- Conducted site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Supported senior architects in schematic design phase, refining ideas through sketches and digital models.
- Assisted Senior Architects in Punch-list site visit.
- Organized and updated project database.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
Education
Virginia TechBlacksburg, VA
Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch) from Architecture
05-2027
University Overview
- PSI (Presidential Scholarship Initiative) Scholarship Recipient
- Gretna High School Class of 2022 Valedictorian
- Graduate of Merit
- Early College Scholar
- Academy of Engineering and Technology (August 2020-May 2022)
Skills
- Space planning
- Site analysis
- Residential Design
- Interior design
- Autodesk Revit
- Solidworks
- Twinmotion
- Technical drawing
- Freehand sketching
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
Ujima Living-Learning Community Peer Mentor
Ujima LLC at Virginia Tech
08.2024 - 05.2025
Intern Architect/Architectural Drafter
Solex Architecture
06.2022 - Current
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch) from Architecture
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