Nicholas Albert
San Diego,CA
Summary
Creative and hard-working architecture, art & design student seeking a full-time job in San Diego, CA. Currently on the path to receive my degree within the next 6-8 months. Very versatile in the workspace and experienced in many fields. Promotes positive experiences and healthy teamwork. Above all, ambitious & open-minded.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sea Kayaking Guide & Snorkel Instructor
La Jolla Kayak
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Facilitated memorable experiences for diverse groups by tailoring presentations to cater to different age groups, cultural backgrounds, and language abilities.
- Ensured timely departures and arrivals by strictly adhering to schedules while remaining flexible enough to accommodate unforeseen circumstances or special requests from guests.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to develop innovative strategies for improving overall tour quality and visitor satisfaction.
- Trained new hires ensuring they were well-prepared and knowledgeable about their assigned tours before leading them independently.
- Responsible for daily inventory of kayak/snorkel equipment and distribution to guests with critical safety instructions.
- Stayed current on area history, culture, events, attractions by attending workshops, lectures, conferences regularly updating tour information accordingly.
- Led rescue efforts during emergencies while maintaining calm and ensuring the wellbeing of all participants involved.
- Received numerous positive reviews from clients, reflecting strong communication skills and in-depth knowledge of tour subjects.
Design Intern
ID Studios Inc.
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Gained valuable hands-on experience working on diverse projects ranging from corporate branding initiatives to digital marketing campaigns.
- Helped maintain organized archives of design assets for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Participated in client meetings, effectively presenting design ideas and receiving constructive feedback for revisions.
- Collaborated with the design team for successful project completion within deadlines.
- Gained hands-on experience in selecting furniture pieces, lighting fixtures, artwork, and accessories appropriate for each space''s aesthetic requirements while adhering to budget constraints.
- Provided assistance with photo editing tasks, ensuring professional presentation of imagery across various platforms.
- Received general training in the areas of pre-design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, construction administration and fixtures, and furniture / equipment specifications
- Worked primarily in Revit drawing production and space planning / test fits
- Attended consultant coordination meetings, visited job sites and attended construction meetings
- Submittal review / processing
Busser
Cafe Napoli and Bar Napoli
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring tables were cleared and cleaned promptly after guests left.
- Maintained a clean and safe dining environment by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and keeping walkways clear of debris.
- Assisted servers in managing their sections effectively, providing timely water refills, bread service, and other location specific dining services.
- Supported the overall dining experience by setting up tables with appropriate silverware, glassware, and linens.
- Contributed to smooth restaurant operations by promptly resetting tables for new customers.
- Daily responsibilities consisted of mostly: setting tables, cutting bread, serving appetizers, providing seasoning, filling waters, clearing food, boxing leftovers, and cleaning utensils.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture & Urban Design
Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis, MO12-2025
High School Diploma -
La Jolla Country Day School
San Diego, CA05-2020
Skills
- Comfortable with public speaking and networking
- Guest relations
- Presentation skills
- Exceptional communication
- Creative solutions
- Quick to adapt
- Proficiency with the Adobe Suite (with an emphasis on Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and In-Design)
- Experienced in 3D modeling software, including Rhino and SketchUp
- Arts and culture
- Social media management
Certification
- CPR Certified
- AutoCad Certified
Timeline
Busser
Cafe Napoli and Bar Napoli
09.2022 - 12.2022
Design Intern
ID Studios Inc.
05.2022 - 09.2022
Sea Kayaking Guide & Snorkel Instructor
La Jolla Kayak
05.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture & Urban Design
Washington University in St Louis
High School Diploma -
La Jolla Country Day School
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