Personal details

Vivian Gbemisola Olawepo 29 Emberton, DOB: 13/10/1993

190 Albany Road, Driving license: Yes
BA(HONS) Architecture International London, Nationality: British
ARB/RIBA Part 1 SE5 0AN

vivian.olawepo@outlook.com

07878548121.
Personal Summary

I am a highly skilled Part 1 Architect with an outstanding record of innovation in designing. I have the ability to pick up
new skills and am eager to learn from others and new experiences. I have the mind set to succeed and the will power
to achieve. I was born in London, England. My interest has been focused around art, design and maths. This has driven
and sculpted my outlook on architecture. I am a conscientious and hardworking person who pays attention to detail.
Besides architecture, I love travelling, playing basketball and helping people. I have participated in charity and sport
events and love challenges that push me to develop my skills.

Key Skills/Areas of Expertise

Computer Skills Personal skills: Office skills:

 Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,  Adaptability  Customer Service

outlook, access)  Communication skills
 Windows and OS X Operating  Motivated, Proactive and
systems hardworking
 Email and Internet  Problem solving under
 Various Architectural softwares stress
 Ability to learn quickly
 Punctual
 Fluent in English
 Excellent customer
Work Experience
 Filing Database &
Records Management
 Team Player
 Presentable Appearance
at all times
 Excellent Organisation
and Prioritisation skills

RIBA – Gallery Assistant Make Architects HKS Architects Ltd

June 2017 – February 2018 October 2016 – August 2017 October 2016 – October 2016

I filled a temporary role as a As a document controller, I As a receptionist, I was the

gallery assistant for the RIBA
gallery in London. Before this I
helped out with their pop-up
exhibition for London Festival of
Architecture called ‘Beyond
Boarders’. This was an insightful
experience as I met the makers
of the exhibition as well as the
consumers of it. Overall, I was
briefed on each exhibition to
help the viewers have a better
understanding in places that the
flyer didn’t cover. I was
responsible for the lighting due
to the archive work on display as
well as people’s comfort
throughout their visit.
sorted out in coming
commented documents made
by any architect at Make in
regards to a construction project
called Rathbone Square. Having
access to so much information
showed my many things, for
example how to interact with
different trade contractors, how
architects articulate comments
and how thorough they are.
Now as an architectural
assistant, I am responsible for
illustrating the electrical plans
for the tenants when they move
in.
first person that customers
and visitors of the company
came in contact with. I
welcomed clients and guests
and direct them to where
they want to go. In this
regard, I held the
responsibility for ensuring
that the customers’ first
impression of the company is
a positive one.
I also answered the phone
and relayed messages when
needed. I booked in meetings
and looked after the meeting
rooms.
 Dunthorne Parker Architects Absolute Project Management RIBA Workshop Volunteer
April 2016 – June 2016 March 2016 – April 2016 February 2016 – Present

As an architectural assistant, I
reported to my director and
worked with a small design
team based in London. I assisted
the team in the design and
production of schemes within
the office. I also went for site
visits, sorted out the necessary
documents for planning
applications and produced
design and Access statements.
In addition, I also drew and
sketched some design solutions
by hand and developed schemes
using 2D and 3D computer CAD
packages such as Vectorworks
and photoshop.
I carried out various tasks as an
architectural assistant in this
company. My tasks ranged from
drawing up plans to emailing
clients and contractors and with
guidance, sorting out contracts
needed for the undergoing
projects. In addition, I contributed
information to the decision-making
process and demonstrated
consistency with their design
philosophy through actions.
My role in this London based
company also involved
administrative duties. I operated
standard filing systems within
office for drawings and
correspondence and assisting in
general duties in the office.
I volunteer for the RIBA to
champion better buildings,
communities and the
environment through
architecture and their
members. During this
experience I have developed
my peoples’ skills so I am
more approachable and
receiving and I can
communicate with a wide
range of people effectively.
I also volunteer during other
events at the RIBA
headquarters in London, for
example the Open House
event.

Berkeley Scott Agency John Smith Stadium Anthony and Co Legal Practice Exact Print
October 2015 – January 2016 October 2013 – February 2015 February 2012 – March 2012 February 2012 – March 2012

Working behind a bar or on the
floor, I liaised with 100 people a
week at huge events and
managed a large sum of money
in my tills.
This was a temporary job based
in London while I applied for
other jobs in the construction
industry.
I interacted with 40 customers
on match days and special
events taking place in
Huddersfield providing them
with a good service. During
rugby and football games I was
one of the trusted staff
members that served the
players and
executives/Sponsors food and
drinks.
This was a job I had while I was
studying in university.
I carried out a wide range of I worked under the owner who
duties, mainly administrative attended to over 50 customers
tasks such as photocopying and every day. I helped him interact
general office work. I answered with the customers and provide
the phone and was always a good service.
punctual, reliable and helpful. This is business based in
Duties I did include answering London that provides an array
incoming calls / emails and re- of services focused around
routing them to relevant printing and delivery for
individuals and businesses.
parties, meeting and greeting
visitors and ensuring they are
signed in. In addition to general
administration duties, and
dealing with any enquiries at
the reception, I monitored
stationary stock and reordering
when required.
Duties and Responsibilities

Architectural Professional Skills Client Skills

 Producing 3D images using CAD
and rendering packages.
 Creating 3D physical models.
 Producing /maintaining other
documents using programmes such
as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
Photoshop.
 Participating in design debate.
 Researching products, materials,
buildings etc as directed.
 Making presentations within
practice to staff on projects.
 Strong design awareness and
fundamental skills (quality of
portfolio, graphic skills,
aesthetically conscious etc).
 Represents practice
professionally through quality of
work.
 Demonstrates commitment to
architecture as career;
enthusiastic and dedicated
 Represents practice
professionally; creates good
impression.
 Demonstrates ability to
communicate well with clients;
establishes rapport quickly;
interprets needs and responds
appropriately.
 Approachable; helpful and
sincere attitude; able to explain
own work to others.

Management
 Able to ask for advice and
support when necessary; listens
carefully; asks questions to ensure
understanding.
 Willing to learn; takes
responsibility for own
development.
 Positive team member;
contributes to overall success of
team; works well with others.
Team Skills
Project Management
 Co-operative and receptive;
 Manages day-to-day workload
possesses positive outlook, even
effectively; able to juggle varied
in face of adversity.
demands on time.
 Positive approach to work and
 Completes work accurately
team; willing and enthusiastic.
and to agreed requirements;
 Responsive to requests;
organised; keeps desk tidy; meets
sensitive to others; able to talk to
deadlines set.
wide range of people.
 Achieves results required.
 Strong communicator within
team; keeps others informed.
 Takes responsibility.

Practice Development

 Demonstrates a flexible and

responsive attitude when faced
with change.
 Continues learning on the job.
Proactively seeks out
opportunities to enhance
knowledge and skills.

Travelling

Each year over the last 5 year, I have taken some time out to immerse
myself into different cultures, environments and their architecture. Not
only have I gained a new perspective, but I’ve also learned some
valuable life lessons. I have been to a few cities in China and The
Netherlands. I have been to Barcelona, Zante, Athens, Nigeria and
many other countries.
 Education

Architectural Association University of Huddersfield Heathfield School for Girls GDST

Thornton College
2017 - Present 2012 - 2015 2010 - 2012 2008 - 2010
BA(HONS) Architecture(International) A levels 12 GCSE’s
2:1 Maths, Physics and Art Including Maths, Separate
(AS ICT) Sciences, English Language and
English Literature

Reference

Available on request