Chris Toothaker has over 3 years of professional design experience in various firm sizes and locations. He has passed 6 of the 7 Architectural Registration Exams and has a passion for illustration, learning new software, and efficient workflows. He has experience with BIM, 3D modeling, rendering, sustainability simulation, and graphic design software.

1. Chris Toothaker, associate AIA, LEED AP BD+C
christopher.toothaker@gmail.com 402.310.7688 2200 Market Street apt. 329
www.linkedin.com/in/christoothaker www.christophertoothaker.com Denver, Colorado 80205
- Passed 6/7 Architectural Registration Exams [ARE]
- 3+ years of professional design experience in a wide variety of firm sizes, locations, & project types
- Passion for illustration [hand/digital], learning new software, & implementing efficient workflows
Education:
Arch:
M Arch University of Nebraska - Lincoln Lincoln, Nebraska [Aug 2006 - May 2008
2008]
Design:
BS Design University of Nebraska - Lincoln Lincoln, Nebraska [Aug 2001 - May 2006]
2006
Graduated with Honors & Distinction Major GPA: 3.8/4.0 Cumulative GPA: 3.6/4.0
Employment:
Studio:
TBA Studio Intern Architect Dallas, Texas [June
[June 2010 - Feb 2012]
Developed construction documents and presentation renderings for various Commercial, Residential, Educational, and
Industrial projects located in the Texas and Louisiana areas using AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Maxwell render,
Vray, Photoshop, & ArtRage. Reviewed shop drawings & coordinated drawing sets with Structural, Civil, and MEP
consultants. Tasks included masterplanning, site grading, construction administration, & signage design.
Implemented Revit [BIM] to develop construction documents for several additions to an existing healthcare facility in
West Monroe, Louisiana. Renderings were created through integration of multiple software platforms. [firm size: 12]
Studio:
Simbiosis Studio LEED Energy Modeling Simulator Dallas, Texas [Nov 2010 - Dec 2011]
Solely responsible for the creation of a compliant 3D energy model in eQuest & documenting simulations according to
the ASHRAE energy standards set by USGBC [LEED]. Project was a luxury condominium high rise tower in Monterrey,
Mexico [certification pending]. Required coordination & training with an independent energy modeling consultant.
Tasks included creation of a Revit (BIM) 3D model and separate eQuest model derived from consultant drawings,
completing required LEED Online templates, submitting and responding to HVAC & energy modeling compliance
questions & comments from USGBC, and documenting simulation reports and energy cost savings. [firm size: 5]
Architects:
Steven Ginn Architects Intern Architect Omaha, Nebraska [Nov 2008 - Feb 2009]
Assisted with construction documents & presentation renderings for a new construction, high-end, private residence
located in Franklin, Tennessee. Included extensive kitchen design & documentation. Primary software use included
AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Maxwell render, & Photoshop. [firm size: 3]
Associates:
RTKL Associates Intern Architect Dallas, Texas [June 2008 - Oct 2008]
Designed two resort buildings for a masterplan of Shenzhou Peninsula off the coast of China. Documentation included
schematic design through design development drawings & presentation renderings using AutoCAD, SketchUp,
Photoshop, & Maxwell render. [firm size: 200+]
Partners:
Clark Enersen Partners Intern Architect Lincoln, Nebraska [Summer 2006 - Fall 2007]
Assisted with the design & development of construction documents for various Educational projects in the Nebraska
area. Tasks included 3D modeling, drafting, & site measurements. Developed as-built drawings of two existing
highschools in Lincoln, Nebraska. Software use included AutoCAD, SketchUp, & Photoshop. [firm size: 75+]
Nebraska:
University of Nebraska Teaching Assistant Lincoln, Nebraska [Fall 2006 - Spring 2008]
Educated undergraduate students in various courses such as design studio, arch history, and computer visualization.
Software taught to students included AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, & 3ds Max. [5 semesters]
Nebraska:
University of Nebraska Statics/Strengths Tutor Lincoln, Nebraska [Fall 2003 - Spring 2004]
Software Skills:
BIM / Drafting: Autodesk Revit & AutoCAD, Adobe Inventor
3D Modeling: Revit, 3ds Max, Maya, Rhino, FormZ, SketchUp, Zbrush
Rendering / Visualization: Maxwell Render, Vray
Sustainability / Simulation: eQuest [energy modeling], Radiance [illumination sim], Ecotect [sun shading]
Graphic Design: [Adobe Create Suite] Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, Dreamweaver, InDesign, After Effects
Digital Painting: ArtRage, Corel Painter, Photoshop, Zbrush