Greg Mitchell
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with over 30 years of experience in home design and project coordination. Expertise in design software and client relationship management, ensuring timely project delivery and adherence to specifications. Committed to leveraging analytical skills to enhance user experience and design quality.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Designer
Self Employed
Duncan, British Columbia
06.1985 - Current
- Utilized design software for creating graphics and layouts.
- Participated in client meetings to gather project requirements and feedback.
- Maintained organized files of design assets and project documentation.
- Worked with client via email, phone and in-person to collect information to complete designs.
- Created product designs in alignment with specifications.
- Created high quality visual designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and intuitive for users.
- Researched industry trends in digital media, technology, and web design best practices.
- Analyzed customer feedbacks to identify areas of improvement within existing designs.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Sketched drawings and wrote specifications to meet client requirements.
- Examined new relationships between design concepts and ideas to further develop products and services.
Project Technical Assistant
School District #79 (Cowichan)
Duncan, British Columbia
03.2011 - 03.2015
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines for various technical initiatives.
- Assisted in the preparation of project documentation and reports.
- Supported the implementation of technical solutions across departments.
- Maintained project files and ensured compliance with company standards.
- Monitored project progress and reported updates to management regularly.
- Identified potential risks associated with projects and proposed strategies for mitigating them.
- Monitored project timelines to ensure timely completion within budget constraints.
- Assisted in the development of project plans, budgets and schedules.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth project implementation.
- Provided technical support for internal and external stakeholders.
- Supported the transition from development into operations by providing appropriate documentation.
- Maintained accurate records of project status and performance metrics.
- Created user guides and training materials for new systems or applications.
- Prepared reports summarizing progress on projects as well as any potential problems or conflicts that may arise.
- Supported department efforts to develop and maintain systems.
- Developed and executed small projects to improve operation and efficiency.
- Managed inventory of technical supplies and equipment, ensuring availability.
- Provided customer and end-user support, resolving technical issues efficiently.
- Compiled and analyzed technical data for project reports and presentations.
- Managed technical documentation and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Participated in meetings, providing technical insights and updates.
- Coordinated technical project tasks, ensuring timely completion.
- Collaborated with engineers and technicians on technical problem-solving.
- Drafted and revised technical manuals and procedural documents.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Building Technology
Malaspina College
Nanaimo, BCSkills
- Design software proficiency
- Graphic design and visual communication
- User experience design
- Digital media trends analysis
- Project coordination and management
- Technical documentation skills
- Client relationship management
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Time management strategies
- Effective communication skills
- Creative originality
- Presentation design expertise
- Concept development and ideation
- Design research methodologies
- Technical drawing capabilities
- Layout design proficiency
- Accessibility design principles
- Material selection expertise
- Client satisfaction focus
- Multi-tasking abilities
- Computer literacy
Timeline
Project Technical Assistant
School District #79 (Cowichan)
03.2011 - 03.2015
Home Designer
Self Employed
06.1985 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Building Technology
Malaspina College