Landscape Architect in Search of European Culture
Mark Warriner
I am a Landscape Architect planing to relocate to Europe
and would like to make contacts within the related fields
of European Architecture, Urbanism, Horticulture, Landscape
Contracting and/or Garden Design. I am currently working
for Ivey, Harris and Walls, Inc., a large land design firm in
Orlando, Florida. My work brings me in regular contact with
a variety of large scale projects which supports our substantial
civil engineering and urbanism departments. Our clients include
Disney, Universal Studios and Orange County Parks &
Recreation. I am presently responsible for designing and
managing a landscape project for a large proposed building at
the University of Central Florida. My preference of places to
live are western European countries but I want to stay flexible in
terms of other locations such as the newly formed Eastern block
nations. Ever since I finished course work from the Studies Abroad
Program in Cortona, Italy (part of the University of Georgia),
I had hoped to some day relocate to Europe. That day is now!
Because my desire to live in Europe is so great but my ability to
speak other languages is not yet fluent, I will accept a position
far below what my CV would suggest. This includes working
at a nursery or in landscape installation. At this level I believe my
talents and knowledge can help a European landscape company.
Simultaneously, it will also help me get established while giving
me time to learn the native language. Considering how difficult
it is for an American to find work in Europe, I would be extremely
happy to find work of any kind in the beginning.
My strengths are planting design, plant material knowledge (zones:
10-5 in U.S.A.), AutoCAD and the understanding of traditional
town and pedestrian oriented urban design principles. I have
practical experience with several design/build landscape contractors
and nursries. I have also worked for over three years in landscape
architecture. This includes experience working at my father's
architectural practice.
My education consist of a five-year Bachelor's degree in Landscape
Architecture from the University of Georgia and Associates of
Science Degree from Valencia Community College in Orlando.
Besides going to school in Italy, I have worked and travel in both
Europe and South America. While in these countries, I taught
myself about their particular urbanism, architecture, garden designs
and landscape plants. I have greatly enjoyed working internationally
and learning about other cultures. I wish to continue this by
relocating to Europe because it will expand my professional
experience. By absorbing some of its culture and exposing
myself to it's rich history of art and architecture, I hope to
improve as a designer.
I will include my resume for your review. I greatly anticipate your
positive response.
Thank you for your assistance and time.
Most sincerely,
Mark Warriner
E-mail: pede...@magicnet.net
Fax:+ 1-407-629-7888
RESUME:
MARK WARRINER
210 East Morse Blvd. Apt. 1-34
Winter Park, FL U.S.A. 32789
Telephone: +1-407-629-9276
E-mail: pede...@magicnet.net
Fax:+1-407-629-7888
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a position as a Landscape Architect in Europe.
EDUCATION:
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, Georgia
Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture
1992
Named to Dean's List (for academic excellence: 4/4
grade). Studies Abroad Program in Cortona, Italy. Internship
with Soils & Conservation Department; U.S. Government.
Pertinent classes: Computer Graphics/Autocad/Landscape
Spreadsheet, Site Engineering, Planting Design, History of Art/
Landscape Architecture/Architecture(Italy), Plant Material
Identification(zones 7-5) and Design Studio.
VALENCIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Orlando,
Fla. Associate of Science Degree in Ornamental Horticulture
1989
Named to Deans List (for academic excellence: 3.5/4 grade).
Pertinent classes: Ornamental/Landscape/Subtropical and Native
Plant Material Identification(zones: 10-8), Soils and
Fertilizers,
Plant Pathology, Turfgrass Management, Flower Forcing,
Nursery Management and Plant Propagation.
EXPERIENCE:
IVEY, HARRIS, & WALLS, INC., Winter Park, Fla.
Landscape Architect, 1994-
Assisted in developing and implementing a variety
of projects:
1)FANTASMIC! FLORIDA-DISNEY'S
MGM STUDIOS:
Planting design and landscape construction
drawings (AutoCAD).
2)ORANGESCAPE: HIGHWAY BEAUTIFICATION
PROGRAM: Lead landscape designer and
development of Xeriscape plant palette.
3)UNIVERSAL CITY, FLORIDA: Development of
plant palette and landscape construction drawings
(AutoCAD) for second largest theme resort/park
in U.S.
4)ORANGE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION:
Planting design and landscape construction
drawings(AutoCAD).
5)MICKEY'S STARLAND-DISNEY'S
MAGIC KINGDOM:
Landscape construction drawings(AutoCAD).
6)FRONTIERLAND WALKWAY-DISNEY'S
MAGIC KINGDOM:
Conceptual plan illustrations and site inventory.
7)INTERNATIONAL MARKETING,
SOUTH AMERICA:
Successfully networked and established leads
for prospective projects including an amusement
park, urban/river walk park and luxury subdivision.
INDEPENDENT DESIGN WORK, Winter Park, Fla.
Landscape Designer and Owner
1988-1989, 1992-1994, 1996
Established and implemented landscape design business.
Accountable and responsible for the management and smooth
operation of a company. List of designs furnished on request.
JOE KNIGHT & ASSOC. LANDSCAPE, Winter Park, Fla.
Landscape Draftsman, 1989
Prepared landscape construction drawings for Landscape
Architects.
OYLER BROTHERS LANDSCAPE COMPANY, Orlando, Fla.
Landscape Draftsman/Installation
1985 - 1986, 1988(Internship)
Performed duties of draftsman directly under landscape
architect. Aided in developing designs and installing landscape
material for residences and commercial projects.
J&W LANDSCAPE COMPANY, Winter Park, Fla.
Landscape Installation/Nursery, 1984
Responsible for landscape installation for residential and
commercial clients. Accountable for nursery maintenance.
CLIFFORD H. WARRINER, AIA, Maitland, Fla.
Architectural Draftsman, 1983
Responsible for construction rendering and drafting of
plans and details.