MAKYLE WELKE

Real-time Architectural Designer

EDUCATION

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Lawrence Technological University - Bachelor of Science in Architecture

2008 - 2013 | Southfield, MI

• Integrated Design Studio - Honors

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Branch Area Careers Center - CAD & Architecture Program

2006 - 2008 | Coldwater, MI

• National Technical Honor Society

• SkillsUSA State Champion - Architectural Drafting

• SkillsUSA National Top Ten - Architectural Drafting

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EXPERIENCE

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MAKYLE - Design Consulting

July 2021 - Present  | Virtual & In Person

• Create immersive, accurate models and renderings that streamline decision making and elevate presentations

• Shape compelling narratives that align architectural intent with user experience and business goals

• Refine documentation processes and lead productive charrettes to keep teams aligned and projects moving forward

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NORR - Senior Designer 

October 2024 - Present  | Detroit, MI

• Develop innovative, brand-aligned design concepts and detailed plans

• Communicate the design concept and plan skillfully to clients and stakeholders

• Crafting stunning, impactful hospitality and restaurant environments from concept to completion

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Pophouse - Senior Project Designer 

October 2019 - October 2024  | Detroit, MI

• Collaborate with design teams through 3d models & visuals

• Provide architectural design review, guidance, and oversight 

• Develop presentations & projects throughout all design phases

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GH+A Design Studios - Intermediate Designer 

February 2018 - October 2019 | Detroit, MI

• Design development, drawings  & material/finish direction for Common Citizen Stores

• Create design packages illustrating proposed exterior & interior retail developments

• Contribute modeling & visualization workflow techniques

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Chameleon Power - 3D Architectural Illustrator

May 2016 - February 2018 | Novi, MI

• Designed, modeled & textured architectural models for real-time rendering

• Designed & integrated UI/UX functionality 

• Produced VR (virtual reality), standalone, WebGL & mobile applications

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Carrie Long Interiors  - Architectural Designer 

October 2014 - March 2016  | Royal Oak, MI

• Created detail drawings for homes, built-ins & furniture

• Communicated with clients & trades in the field & at the office

• Modeled & rendered designs with selection options 

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Ciot Detroit  - Graphic Designer & Marketing 

February 2014 - October 2014  | Troy, MI

• Developed a system to reference showroom products digitally

• Cataloged & promoted products for the showroom/warehouse

• Designed & renovated the employee office 

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Detroit Shop  - Student Designer 

February 2014 - October 2014  | Detroit, MI

• Developed design strategies for the M1 light-rail

• Conduct local surveys 

• Present to Stakeholders

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PROGRAMS

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• Adobe CC - Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign 

• Autodesk AutoCAD & Revit

• Microsoft Office Suite & Google equivalent

• SketchUp with V-Ray, Enscape & Lumion

• Unity3D with Steam VR for the HTC Vive

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PROFICIENCY

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• Real-time, static & virtual reality visuals

• 3D Architectural modeling, lighting and texturing

• Design documentation 

• Building Tipi’s

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