VINCENT C JENKIN
DESIGNER
 
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I have always had an interest in the spaces that I and others inhabit
and move through. I feel passionate about this aspect within design
and look forward to the challenges that will arise within this field of work.

SKILLS
AutoCAD
3D Studio Max
Adobe Photoshop
Conceptualising through model making, drawing and sketching
Excellent communication & organisational skills with attention to detail
Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of a team
Good at managing and prioritising tasks and time efficiently
Able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks
Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information
Self-motivated and able to take responsibility


EDUCATION
2007 - 2010                  BA Interior Design & Technology (First Class Honours)
                                   London Metropolitan University
                                   London, United Kingdom

2006 - 2007                  HND Interior Spatial Design (Distinction)
                                   Richmond Adult Community College (TVU accredited)
                                   London, United Kingdom

2006 - 2007                  City & Guilds AutoCAD 2D (Pass)
                                   Richmond Adult Community College
                                   London, United Kingdom

2004 - 2006                  BTEC Foundation Art & Design (Distinction)
                                   Richmond Adult Community College
                                   London, United Kingdom

1999 - 2001                  Advanced GNVQ Travel & Tourism (Merit)
                                   1st year at Merton College - London, United Kingdom
                                   2nd year at Reading College - Reading, United Kingdom

1990 - 1992                  National Diploma Food Service Management
                                   Vaal University of Technology (formerly Vaal Triangle Technikon)
                                   Vanderbijlpark, South Africa


WORK EXPERIENCE
Feb 2011 - present        Interior Designer & Visualiser (freelance)
                                    Funkylula Designs
                                    London, United Kingdom

Mar 2012 - May 2012     Design Assistant (intern)
                                    Banbury Walker Studio
                                    London, United Kingdom

Apr 2009 - Mar 2012      Banqueting & Conferencing Team Leader (part time)
                                    Royal Windsor Racecourse
                                    Windsor, United Kingdom

May 2009 - Sep 2009      Summer Work Experience
                                    RHWL Architects - Interiors Team
                                    London, United Kingdom

May 2000 - Sep 2008      Accounts & Payroll Manager (permanent)
                                    The Allen & Allen Group Limited
                                    Hampton Hill, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Jul 1998 - May 1999       Administration Clerk (permanent)
                                    Conran Restaurants Warehouse (The Conran Group)
                                    London, United Kingdom

Apr 1997 - Jul 1998        Senior Sales Assistant (permanent)
                                    Bluebird Food Store (The Conran Group)
                                    London, United Kingdom

Jul 1993 - Mar 1997       Lecturer in Food Service Management (permanent)
                                    Walter Sisulu University (former Eastern Cape Technikon)
                                    Butterworth, South Africa


COMPETITIONS & AWARDS
Finalist for the 2011 Komfort Perfect Workspace Competition (Moya Phezulu)

University Recognition Award for Academic Excellence,
Best First Class Honours Award - Top Fifty Student

D&AD 2010 Student Awards (Mfugo Modular Seating)

Honourable mention by Populous architect, Tom Jones, for the Populous
reception project in conjunction with Corian (Populous / Corian Reception Desk)


INTERESTS & HOBBIES
Playing strategy-based computer games
Ancient Egyptian Civilisation
Aircraft (especially jet-powered)
Listening to music (anything from Gregorian chanting through to Heavy Metal)
Cycling
Minimalism




NOTE: Full PDF version of CV available upon request