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Kaitlyn Ridner

East Lansing,MI

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

AutoCAD

01.2021 - Current
  • Contributed to successful project outcomes by effectively incorporating feedback from clients into revised drawings.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by creating detailed AutoCAD drawings for various engineering projects.
  • Streamlined design processes and improved team productivity through consistent drafting standards.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning by staying updated on latest industry trends, technologies, and software updates related to AutoCAD drafting.

SketchUP

01.2023 - Current
  • Developed 3D topographic graphics for large and small-scaled sites.
  • Proficient in smoothing and raising 3D objects.
  • Able to clearly demonstrate 3D perspectives with efficient use of material choice.

Lumion

11.2023 - Current
  • Worked effectively in picking up the program quickly for a short time-lined project.
  • Proven ability to visually demonstrate a life-like conceptual design.
  • Skill in adjusting plant and hardscape material to client's want and needs for the site.
  • Effectively configures perspectives that showcase the site's prominent features.

Photoshop

08.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced image quality by skillfully utilizing Photoshop tools and techniques for retouching and color correction.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality edited images, ensuring adherence to project specifications.
  • Contributed to team success by sharing knowledge of advanced Photoshop techniques and best practices with colleagues.
  • Optimized digital assets for various platforms, ensuring proper formatting and resolution for optimal display quality.
  • Adapted quickly to new software updates and industry trends, staying current with evolving Photoshop capabilities.

InDesign

01.2023 - Current
  • Used Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Indesign to develop new images.
  • Used Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator to produce page layouts and graphics for design proposals.

Hand-Graphics

08.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrates clean linework with a strong comprehension of line hierarchy within design.
  • Various experiences with multimedia uses within a design project, with differing site context and scales.
  • Increased final project clarity with visual representation created from hand graphics.
  • Developed color theory knowledge and application through hand drafting practices.

Education

Bachelors of Landscape Architecture - Landscape Architecture

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
12.2026

Associate of Arts -

Monroe County Community College
Monroe, MI
07.2022

High School Diploma -

Bedford Senior High School
Temperance, MI
05.2021

Skills

  • Strong hand-graphic ability
  • Picks up on new programs quickly
  • Great intercommunication
  • Highly proficient in commonly used digital programs
  • Wide range of projects in portfolio
  • Works well with team members
  • Creative, motivated leader
  • Passionate about designing

Accomplishments

  • Michigan State University ASLA Student Representative
  • 2x National ASLA Conference Winner
  • National Honor Society
  • North American Indigenous Student Organization
  • National High School Society of Scholars
  • Collaborated with R.E. Olds Museum of Lansing, MI in the redesign of 'Turner Park' and 'R.E. Olds Museum'


Timeline

Lumion

11.2023 - Current

SketchUP

01.2023 - Current

InDesign

01.2023 - Current

Photoshop

08.2022 - Current

Hand-Graphics

08.2022 - Current

AutoCAD

01.2021 - Current

Bachelors of Landscape Architecture - Landscape Architecture

Michigan State University

Associate of Arts -

Monroe County Community College

High School Diploma -

Bedford Senior High School

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