Coreen Schmidt is seeking a position as a landscape designer or project assistant. She has a Graduate Certificate in Landscape Design from the Landscape Institute of Harvard University and a BA in Photojournalism from the University of Montana School of Journalism. Her professional experience includes internships with a landscape architecture firm and Arnold Arboretum, as well as positions as a graphic designer and photojournalist.

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OBJECTIVE
• To obtain a position as a landscape designer or project assistant that will
allow me to develop my skills and creativity and apply them to innovative
projects which contribute to the sustainability and livability of our region.
503.936.6086 • COREENSCHMIDT@GMAIL.COM
EDUCATION
Landscape Institute of Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts – 2006-2008
• Graduate Certificate in Landscape Design; graduated second in the class.
• Coursework included civic, institutional and residential design, site planning
and engineering, hand and computer graphics, horticulture and soils.
• Thesis project explored native food-bearing plants and the ways in which
food connects us to the landscape through a master plan for a historic
community farm and open-space property.
University of Montana School of Journalism
Missoula, Montana – 1999-2003
COREEN SCHMIDT
• BA in Photojournalism; graduated with high honors.
• Pursued coursework in ecological agriculture and sustainability.
• Worked on an organic community-supported agriculture farm (CSA) as
part of the PEAS academic internship program in sustainable agriculture.
Semester at Sea – Institute for Shipboard Education
S.S. Universe Explorer – Spring 2003
• Spent a full academic semester traveling by ship to 10 countries while
studying local cultures, politics and environmental issues.
BG/BRG Weiz – American Field Service (AFS) Study Abroad
Weiz, Austria – 1997-1998
• Spent a full academic year studying at an Austrian high school; immersed
myself in the local culture and language while traveling extensively.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Intern – Richard Burck Associates
Somerville, Massachusetts – Summer 2008
• Assisted an award-winning staff of 10 landscape architects on a wide
range of residential and urban design projects including green roofs.
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• Designed plant data-sheets for proposals and client presentations; created
a comprehensive archive of plant images and data.
• Additional responsibilities included research, preparing and modifying
presentation graphics and marketing materials, and general office support.
Intern – Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
Boston, Massachusetts – Summer 2007
• Gained hands-on horticulture training at a leading research arboretum
while working alongside staff horticulturists and curators.
• Responsibilities included all aspects of the care and maintenance of a
diverse collection of woody plants; completed field research into the
arboretum’s historic Olmsted-designed landscape.
• Participated in field courses on horticultural collections management,
landscape ecology, nursery operations and other relevant topics.
Production Coordinator & Graphic Designer – Aspen Daily News
COREEN SCHMIDT
Aspen, Colorado – 2004-2006
• Responsible for layout and design of the daily newspaper and display
advertisements in a deadline-driven environment.
• Worked closely with the advertising and art departments as well as clients
to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Established new procedures to improve workflow as the newspaper
transitioned to new software and equipment.
Photojournalist – Vail Daily
Vail, Colorado – 2003-2004
• Researched and covered daily assignments, ranging from news, politics and
local events to the environment and education.
• Generated original story leads to expand the newspaper’s coverage and
broaden its reach within the community.
• Established and maintained community-wide contacts in government,
business, education and recreation.

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PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Extensive computer background on Mac and PC platforms; proficient
in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, QuarkXPress and Microsoft
Office, and familiar with AutoCAD and Google SketchUp.
• Currently pursuing LEED Green Associate accreditation (expected test
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date: December 2009); demonstrated commitment to environmental
stewardship with a particular interest in design solutions for stormwater
management such as green roofs and rain gardens.
• Excellent drafting and graphics skills ranging from conceptual diagrams to
presentation drawings; familiar with preparation of master plans, site plans
and construction documents.
• Broad experience working directly with clients, community members and
government officials within real-world academic design studios and as a
professional photojournalist.
• Strong team player with excellent communications and research skills;
highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Diverse personal and professional background that includes graphic/
COREEN SCHMIDT
information design, photography, landscape construction/maintenance,
organic farming and woodworking; international travel, education and
work experience in over 25 countries across six continents.
REFERENCES
• Lisa Giersbach – Senior Associate, Richard Burck Associates
617.623.2300 or lisa@richardburck.com
• Jean Cavanaugh – Faculty, Landscape Institute of Harvard University
617.864.2149 or jeananncavanaugh@aol.com
• Michael Mariant – Photographer, Associated Press
805.550.7413 or info@mariantphotography.com