Kristopher May has over 15 years of experience in landscape architecture, urban design, arts administration, and graphic design. He holds a Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from Ball State University, where he received honors and awards. Currently he works as an Urban Designer for Taylor Siefker Williams Design Group, where he prepares presentations, 3D models, renderings, and manages construction documents. Previously he held internships and positions in landscape architecture, arts administration, and small business ownership.

1. education
professional experience
additional experience
kristopher may
1620 pleasant street
indianapolis, in 46203
317.709.7968
kris.may.be@gmail.com
education
2012-2015 Master of Landscape Architecture, May 2015
Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana
Graduate Merit Fellowship, April 2013
INASLA Student Design Merit Award, Sept 2013
Sigma Lambda Alpha Member, Treasurer 2014-2015
1998-2003 Bachelor of Science, Anthropology + Native American Studies
Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana
professional experience
2012-2015
2015-Current
Graduate Assistant / Teaching Assistant
Urban Designer
Ball State University, College of Architecture & Planning, Muncie, IN
Assist faculty member with teaching curriculum
development and materials, research, teaching studio
classes and peer reviews
Taylor Siefker Williams Design Group, LLC, Indianapolis, IN
Prepare concept presentation packages and graphics
Create computer generated 3D models and renderings
Draft and manage construction documents
Attend and participate in team meetings
Attend and participate in client and public meetings
2014 (may-august) Landscape Architecture Intern
Mark M. Holeman, Inc., Indianapolis, IN
Assist landscape architect mentor with site survey, client
meetings, landscape design, autoCAD base files, SketchUp
modeling, creation of plant pallettes and administrative duties
2010-2012 Assistant Manager
Garfield Park Arts Center, Indy Parks & Recreation, Indianapolis, IN
Assit GPAC manager in the creation, planning and upkeep of
programs, management of staff and instructors,
implementation of GPAC budget, and community outreach
2009-2010 Arts Specialist
Garfield Park Arts Center, Indy Parks & Recreation, Indianapolis, IN
Facilitate Arts for All Program; Design marketing materials;
Install gallery exhibits; Update community calendars; Develop
and execute mural designs for GPAC interior and exterior
2007-2009 Owner/Operator
Gnosis: Feed Your Bean, Inc., Indianapolis, IN
2006-2007 Assistant Director / Instructor of Art
The Studio School & Gallery, Indianapolis, IN
2003-2004 Parent-Child Supervised Visitation Program (PCV) Supervisor
Kids’ Voice of Indiana, Indianapolis, IN
2002-2003 Student Intern, Collections
Minnetrista Cultural Center, Muncie, IN
proficienciesproficiencies
AdobeCreativeSuite,Acrobat
AutoCAD,LandF/X,SketchUP,Shaderlight,ArchGIS
MSWord,Publisher,Outlook,Excel,PowerPoint
personalpersonal
Children’sBookIllustration,Exterior+Interior
Murals,ProfessionalGalleryExhibitions,
Marketing+GraphicDesign
additional experience
Volunteer
INASLA Executive Committee Member; Redesign of Shelby Street for Garfield
Park Neighborhood Association and Big Car Collective; Participant
Consultant for SPARK on Monument Circle
2014-current