Rachel Thompson
- Phone: +1 416 555 0123
- Email: rachel.thompson@email.com
- Location: Toronto, Canada
- LinkedIn: rachelthompson-woodmodels
Summary
Bringing over 7 years of specialized experience in crafting intricate wooden models for architectural visualization and product prototyping, I have consistently delivered high-fidelity representations that exceed client expectations. Proficient in both traditional handcrafting techniques and contemporary CNC machining, I transform complex designs into tangible, detailed models.
Adept at interpreting technical drawings and 3D CAD files to produce precise wooden scale models, I have a proven track record of managing projects from conceptualization to final presentation, ensuring material integrity and aesthetic accuracy.
Experience
Senior Wood Model Maker, Maplewood Scale Models Inc. -- Toronto, Canada
Mar 2019 – present
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Led the fabrication of over 50 complex architectural models, including multi-story commercial buildings and residential developments, improving project turnaround time by 15% through optimized workflow.
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Specialized in creating highly detailed prototypes for furniture and product design, collaborating directly with industrial designers to ensure functional and aesthetic accuracy.
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Mentored junior model makers in advanced woodworking techniques, CNC operation, and finish application, contributing to a 20% increase in team efficiency.
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Implemented new material sourcing strategies, reducing material waste by 10% and improving cost-effectiveness on large-scale projects.
Junior Wood Model Maker, Ontario Model Craft -- Mississauga, Canada
Aug 2016 – Feb 2019
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Assisted in the production of various wooden scale models for urban planning and landscape architecture projects, meticulously adhering to design specifications.
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Operated and maintained woodworking machinery, including saws, sanders, and routers, ensuring precision cuts and smooth finishes.
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Prepared and finished model components, including sanding, painting, and applying veneers, to achieve high-quality presentation standards.
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Gained proficiency in interpreting 2D blueprints and 3D digital models to translate designs into physical wood structures.
Education
George Brown College, Diploma in Cabinet Making and Furniture Technician -- Toronto, Canada
Sept 2014 – June 2016
Skills
Wood Modeling Techniques: Scale Model Fabrication, Architectural Model Making, Prototype Development, Joinery, Veneering, Lamination, Carving, Wood Turning, Finishing (Sanding, Painting, Staining, Sealing)
Machinery & Tools: CNC Routers, Laser Cutters, Table Saws, Band Saws, Sanders, Planers, Jointers, Lathes, Hand Tools (Chisels, Planes, Gouges)
Materials & Software: Various Wood Species (Basswood, Balsa, Maple, Walnut), Adhesives, Resins, Acrylics, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino 3D (basic), Adobe Illustrator
Project Management: Blueprint Interpretation, Technical Drawing Analysis, Quality Control, Time Management, Material Estimation, Client Communication