KASSEA M.
YUU
Burbank, CA | 808 772 3964 | [email protected] | www.linkedin.com/in/kassea-yuu-544447265 | https://studiokmy.weebly.com/
EDUCATION WOODBURY UNIVERSITY | BURBANK, CA CLASS OF 2024
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN WITH A MINOR IN STRUCTURES
Winter Study Abroad in Rome 2022 | Tau Sigma Delta | Deans List (Fall 2020-Srping 2023) |
Excellence In Second Year Design (May 2022) | Excellence in Portfolio (May 2023)
REVIT | AUTOCAD | RHINO |TWINMOTION | ILLUSTRATOR | PHOTOSHOP | INDESIGN | SKETCHING | PHYSICAL MODELING
EXPERIENCE DESIGN SYNDICATE | LOS ANGELES, CA JUNE 2023- AUGUST 2023
DESIGN TEAM INTERN
• Contribute to the design process by crafting mood boards and conceptual designs, guiding
aesthetic direction, and fostering innovation through creative exploration.
• Sourced, curated, and selected materials for three distinct apartment concepts, ensuring a
comprehensive selection to present to the client.
• Updating client presentations for clarity and impact, ensuring effective communication of
project concepts and ideas while also recording meeting notes.
• Assist designers with various tasks, including vendor outreach for multifamily projects and
updating redline drawings using AutoCAD.
NAN INC., HAWAII | HONOLULU, HI JUNE 2022- AUGUST 2022
INTERIOR DESIGN TEAM INTERN
• Assist Architects and Designers in completing day-to-day tasks assigned by other team
members, including outreach to businesses for quotes on upcoming projects and events.
• Responsible for meticulously updating construction drawings in Revit, ensuring accuracy
and compliance with design specifications and standards.
• Assisted in the comprehensive update of the lighting binder for a residential high-rise,
ensuring detailed documentation of fixtures.
• Created detailed drawings for the entertainment center in the community room, ensuring
accuracy and meticulous detail using Revit software.
WOODBURY UNIVERSITY | BURBANK, CA AUGUST 2022- PRESENT
RESIDENT ADVISOR
• Encourage involvement in the community, including building a sense of community
within the residence halls by planning events to encourage residents to build
interpersonal and personal skills.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and individual meetings with the supervisor to discuss
upcoming events and tasks that must be completed throughout the week.
• Plan, publicize, coordinate, and evaluate engaging and inclusive programs and events
designed to enhance the residence hall community experience every semester.
• Mediate conflicts between members of the community to foster understanding,
communication, and resolution of issues.
ORGANIZATIONS IIDA CAMPUS CENTER JANUARY 2023- MAY 2024
PRESIDENT (ONE TERM) & TREASURER (ONE TERM)
• Assist with student outreach for collaborative events with NOMAS (National Organization
of Minority Architecture Students) and AIAS (American Institute of Architecture Students)
to facilitate student networking and foster professional development opportunities.
• Plan and coordinate a variety of club events, including workshops, tours, and networking
sessions, while diligently monitoring budget allocation and financial management.
• Attend weekly student government, e-board, and advisor meetings to plan events and
discuss changes affecting student organizations.
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE STUDENT LEADERSHIP COUNCIL AUGUST 2023- MAY 2024
STUDIO REPRESENTATIVE
• Attend monthly meetings to discuss issues, plan events, and implement initiatives,
including the creation and allocation of studio spaces aimed at better supporting
students’ needs and activities.
• Collaborate with council members to develop and execute projects promoting student
engagement, academic success, and community involvement.
• Act as a liaison between students, faculty, and administration, facilitating effective
communication and collaboration among all stakeholders.
ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF WOODBURY UNIVERSITY JANUARY 2023- PRESENT
SECRETARY
• Prepare comprehensive meeting agendas and detailed minutes to facilitate effective
communication among members of the executive board and the student body,
ensuring everyone is informed and involved.
• Manage administrative tasks such as handling correspondence, maintaining
organizational files, and ensuring accurate records of meetings and activities.
• Collaborate closely with fellow officers to address student concerns and develop
effective solutions for implementation.
