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Timeline

Organizer

Data Visualization Zurich MeetUp

Oct 2023 - Present

Organizer of the Data Visualization Zurich MeetUp. The MeetUp is a community of data visualization enthusiasts who meet regularly to share knowledge and experiences. As an organizer, I am responsible for the organization of the events, the selection of the speakers, and the promotion of the MeetUp.

Professional Interaction Engineer

Interactive Things

Feb 2023 - Present

Fullstack developer specializing in interactive, data-centric platforms. Responsible for technical architecture, component libraries, and API integration across multiple client projects.

Participant

2CO Conference 2024

Jul 2024 - Jul 2024

Participated in workshops and lectures on data visualization for complex communication. Engaged with industry experts and gained insight into the academic advancements and recent works in the field.

Volunteer

Outlier Conference 2024

Jun 2024 - Jun 2024

Actively coordinated the conference schedule and ensured the smooth running of unconference sessions. Assisted speakers and participants with logistics, managed Q&A sessions, and facilitated outreach to enhance engagement in a virtual setting.

Events Committee Member (2024)

Outlier Conference

Feb 2024 - Aug 2024

Continuing my work with the Outlier Conference, I will be joining the Events Committee to help plan and execute the 2024 conference. This will involve working with the team to plan the event, create the website, and develop the app. I will also be responsible for the design and development of the conference website and app.

Participant

Information+ Conference 2023

Nov 2023 - Nov 2023

Engaged in interdisciplinary discussions on information design and data visualization. Participated in workshops and lectures exploring theories, practices, and pedagogies for analyzing and communicating complex information.

Voluneer

Outlier Conference 2023

May 2023 - May 2023

Supported participant coordination and ensured speakers were on stage as scheduled. Worked tirelessly behind the scenes to manage logistics, troubleshoot issues, and maintain a seamless experience for attendees and presenters.

Events Committee Member (2023)

Outlier Conference

Jul 2022 - Apr 2023

Worked as the web and app developer on the Events Committee to help bring together the hybrid Outlier Conference (2023) for Data Visualization. My current focus in the committee is keeping the website uptodate and developing an app for the conference schedule.

Volunteer

Outlier Conference 2022

Feb 2022 - Feb 2022

Assisted in coordinating speakers and participants by managing Q&A sessions and facilitating outreach. Supported smooth event operations by ensuring effective communication between presenters and attendees in a virtual setting.

Events Committee Member (2022)

Outlier Conference

Jul 2021 - Apr 2022

Volunteer on the Events Committee to help bring together the online Outlier Conference 2022, a 2 day online event for Data Visualization. My focus in the committee was keeping the website uptodate and developing an app for the conference schedule.

Data Visualization Specialist

Vatorex AG.

Apr 2021 - Jan 2023

Owned the design and development of digital products for environmental sensor data and beekeeping solutions.

Volunteer

Outlier Conference 2021

Feb 2021 - Feb 2021

Played a key role in coordinating speakers and participants for the first-ever edition of the conference. Managed Q&A sessions, facilitated outreach, and helped ensure smooth communication between presenters and attendees in a virtual environment.

Data Visualization Intern

Vatorex AG.

Oct 2020 - Mar 2021

Redesigned digital interfaces and implemented the company’s first design system. Helped bridge design and engineering teams.

Events Committee Member (2021)

Outlier Conference

Jul 2020 - Apr 2021

Volunteer on the Events Committee to help bring together the first Outlier Conference in 2021. Outlier Conference was a new conference for the multidisciplinary community of Data Visualization Societ. The conference was held online and featured speakers from a variety of disciplines.

Data Visualization Intern

Interactive Things

Jan 2020 - Jul 2020

Supported frontend development and data integration on high-visibility client work.

Gardener

Der Holländer Pflanzencenter

Mar 2019 - Oct 2019

Responsible for designing and maintaining the nursery while interacting and problem solving for customers. Worked and practised in both spoken and written German. Additionally, kept the social media up-to-date with regular posts and content.

Intensive German (A1-B1)

SpeakEasy

Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

Intensive language course with focus on practical and conversational skills. Small classroom lectures with vocal practise and 1 on 1 conversation skills. Course taken in conjunction with language meet ups and immersion housing.

Design Consultant

Lloyd Richards Design

Nov 2016 - Dec 2018

Volunteered my design skills to assist local community projects with regenerative design problems. Included Hardcliffe Elementary, Incredible Edible, Red Hill Bars, Bristol Fish Project, and Bearpit Bristol.

Fellowship Programme

School for Social Entrepreneurs

Oct 2016 - Oct 2017

Practical and theoretical course on running a social enterprise. Focus on leadership, business skills (finances, marketings, planning) and measuring impact in communities

Regenerative Garden Designer

Lloyd Richards Design

Apr 2016 - Oct 2018

Ran an independent design-build practice with a focus on ecological landscape design. Managed contractors, budgets, and project timelines.

Senior Landscaper

Acer ltd

Aug 2015 - Feb 2016

Worked with the team designers to impliment and build gardens for residencial clients. Worked closely with the client to meet their needs while ording materials, scheduling labour and detailing production.

Volunteer

La Loma Vida

Feb 2015 - Jul 2015

Ran day to day operations of a permaculture project, including managing volunteers, planting, watering and general maintenance. Included design and builds of earth works and water collection systems.

WWOOF'er

WWOOF.org

Oct 2014 - Jan 2015

Various jobs on organic farms across tropical and mediterranean climates. Included general labour, ongoing maintenance, crop rotation and earth works.

Permaculture Design Certificate

Permaculture Institute

Feb 2014 - Jun 2014

Practical approach to design, based on participatory, community inclusion process. Land and resource management on multiple scales. Designing collaboratively with a multidisciplinary group

System Analyst

Bowden Physiotherapy

Sep 2013 - Dec 2013

Examined existing systems in the physio clinic and researched new methods and technologies that would be used tp improve preformance and customer experiance.

Crew Leader

Greenworks

Apr 2013 - Aug 2013

Ran one of two landscaping crews, dealing with residencil clients and implimenting urban gardens. Included managing schedules and other crew members resources on and off site.

Orientation Coordinator

University of Calgary

Jan 2013 - Aug 2013

Organized and developed a week long orientation for incoming Masters Students. Worked with the City of Calgary to introduce Architects to the urban development as well as a design spring looking at urban fabric.

MArch Foundation

University of Calgary

Sep 2012 - Apr 2013

Foundation year of Architecture Masters with focus on history, design methodology and sustainability. Individual and group design assignments of various scale. CAD supported design process and model production.

Baker

Fresh

Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

Responsible for filling bakery orders and breakfast deliveries. Produced cakes, cookies, bars, and other desserts for a large showcase for the flagship store.

Baker

Jelly Modern Doughnuts

Jun 2011 - Dec 2011

Produced and filled orders of gourmet doughnuts. Worked with several other bakers as a team to produce top quality products for business meetings, events, and store front customers.

Landscaper

Self Employeed

Apr 2010 - Sep 2010

Designed and built the garden and patio area for a summer home of a clients. Managed and ordered materials on site while producing reports of ongoing work for client abroad.

Store Clerk

Stör

Sep 2009 - Apr 2011

Served univercity students and faculty at a local conveniance store ran by the Student Union. Responsible for opening and closing the store as well as taking in stock and resupplying.

Bachelor of Arts

University of Calgary

Sep 2006 - Apr 2011

Bachelor degree in liberal arts with course work focus in fine arts and history. Minor in Visual Studies with focus in sculpture and woodworking. Technical proficiency in laboratory and workshop settings.