WENDY MARIE MORRISON

ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGNER

PORTLAND OREGON

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Architecture, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, 2012.

Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, 2006-2011.

EXPERTISE

  • Environmental Design

  • Experiential / Event / Exhibit Design / Retail / Commercial

  • 3D Visualization / Rendering

  • Brainstorming / Ideation

  • Art / Creative Direction

  • Build / Prototyping / Installation

  • Hand Sketches

  • User Interface / Experience Design

  • Interior Design / Architectural Permitting

TOOLS

  • 3D modeling: SketchUp, Blender, Revit

  • Rendering: Vray, Enscape, Midjourney

  • Drafting: AutoCAD, Fusion360

  • Graphic + Motion Design: Adobe CC, Premiere Pro

  • Project Management: Spreadsheet enthusiast, AI (ChatGPT)

  • Fabrication: furniture @made_by_wendell

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Experience + Environmental Designer, Freelance. March 2020 - present.

Partnering with design agencies to translate architectural insight into immersive, branded-driven environments for retail, entertainment, and event spaces.

  • Modelled and 3D rendered environments for an immersive event for Tillamook Cheese in New York City.

  • Team collaborator designing retail environments for Nike, Adidas, North Face and Fjallraven.

Architectural Manager, Modica MicroIndustries. September 2021 - October 2022.

Managed cross-functional teams and oversaw all stages of production for modular shipping container residences.

  • Coordinated shipping logistics, led project bids, budgeting, and the bill of materials for a $350K design-to-build shipping container residence.

  • Worked closely with client management, shop production, and permitting offices to ensure compliance and smooth project execution.

Art Director, Analog Heart [formally known as Hotopp]. Seattle WA, December 2018-December 2019.

Directed experiential exhibits, immersive environments, and televised productions for a variety of clients.

  • Managed contractors, consultants, and suppliers for a $120k budgeted Flatstick pub project.

  • Utilized scheduling and project management software to organize cross-disciplinary teams + prioritize deliverables.

  • Led prototyping efforts of 3D-printed gizmo designs

Technical Designer, Creoworks. Seattle WA, January 2016-December 2017.

Provided design and technical support for a fabrication shop specializing in commercial workspace furniture and retail environments.

  • Produced detailed construction drawings for over 60 design-to-build projects

  • Managed material procurement and coordinated outsourced fabrication of laser/waterjet-cut components.

  • Applied a keen attention to detail in problem-solving and optimizing designs for functionality and production efficiency.