Taylor McCuiston
Bowie,MD
Summary
To continue to grow and evolve within the field of architecture.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern to Designer
LOCAL Architects + Designers
06.2022 - Current
- Summer intern promoted to designer after completing undergraduate degree.
- Architect-in-training responsibilities include assisting licensed architect with schematic designs, handling contracts, creating full sets, including drawing, permits, and construction.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated schematic designs, and produced timely reports.
- Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
Hostess
Firefly
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Served customers in professional manner to provide exceptional dining experience.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
Resident Assistant
Morgan State University
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Mentored and coached students to foster positive relationships and encourage successful academic achievement.
- Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
- Collaborated with other university staff and faculty to provide holistic and comprehensive student experience.
- Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.
Architectural/Engineering Aid (Intern)
U.S. Architect of the Capitol
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted with basic architectural services.
- Attended periodic on-site construction projects to monitor compliance with design documents, such as safety requirements for projects.
- Completed daily material inventory for various construction projects.
- Analyzed problems and worked with project manager to develop solutions.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
Participant
Hord | Coplan | Macht (Integrated Firm)
06.2017 - 06.2017
- Participated in Architect for a Day program to learn about the field of architecture.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architecture And Environmental Science
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD12.2022
High School Diploma -
Indian Creek School
Crownsville, MD06.2018
Skills
- Free-hand drawing; Tracing; Creating
- Sculpting
- 3D printing; Drafting; Construction models
- Sketch Up; Revit; Rhino
- InDesign; Photoshop; Illustrator
- Acrobat; Word; Powerpoint; Excel
- Sony Vegas Pro; Nero Express;
- Computer Aided Design (CAD); Infinity Pro
- Excellent listener; Sound communicator (orally and written); Effective collaborator
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- National Council of Negro Women (Inducted 2022)
- Best in Freshman Studio for Architecture Award (2019)
- Clara I Adams Honors College (Admitted 2018)
- National Society of High School Honors (2018)
- Dean's List (2014-2017)
- National Honor Society (Inducted 2016)
- National Art Honor Society (Inducted 2015)
- Principal's List (2014)
Timeline
Intern to Designer
LOCAL Architects + Designers
06.2022 - Current
Resident Assistant
Morgan State University
08.2021 - 06.2022
Hostess
Firefly
05.2021 - 06.2023
Architectural/Engineering Aid (Intern)
U.S. Architect of the Capitol
06.2019 - 08.2019
Participant
Hord | Coplan | Macht (Integrated Firm)
06.2017 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Architecture And Environmental Science
Morgan State University
High School Diploma -
Indian Creek School
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