satoshi serizawa
"Hybrid Designer"
3-D modeling / rendering
show / set designing
architectural detailing
interior designing

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About me
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My love for theme parks stems from my first trip to Tokyo Disney as a child. As a young adult, I left my home in Tokyo and moved to Orlando, Florida to pursue my passion. My frequent global traveling as well as my unique cultural background strongly influence my work. My design approach is enhanced by my interior design education and experiences including knowledge of international building codes. In my design approach, I have a strong ability to foresee the guests’ physical and emotional experience.
I strongly believe every detail matters, from focal points to lighting and props. A designer must diligently and quickly assess all the features that will immerse the guest in a different time period, geographical location or imaginary space. I thrive on these challenges, and work best under immense pressure.
My experience and passion help maintain a balance of speed, quality and accuracy. Being a theme park designer is a dream come true, and I will always go the distance to create a magical experience.
Experience:
ITEC Entertainment
Orlando, FL July 2016 - March 2020
Production Designer / 3D Modeler / Show Designer
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Belonged to a modeling unit that build high quality models including rockwork based on sandstone caves for interactive indoor games
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Produced extremely detailed modeling that surpasses clients’ expectations
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Delivered high quality models at a faster rate than colleagues
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Participated as a designer and major modeler for main attraction components for a variety of themed rides
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Produced aesthetically rich interior design work for restaurants, retail locations, monorail stations, entrance gates and corporate spaces
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Worked on sophisticated space planning for parks and attractions such as roller coaster dark rides
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Trained in building codes, construction practices, and ADA requirements
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Created professional level construction documents such as elevations, RCP, and detail drawings for the models I produced
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Provided high quality rendering and fly through movies to help clients visualize design contents
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Clients include Universal Studios, Parques Reunidos, Ripley Entertainment, Evergrande, Sun Group, and Wanda
Raleigh Design
Maitland, FL Nov 2015 - June 2016
Attraction Designer / CAD technician
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Involved intimately with the design refinement process for Lotte World Adventures, Shenyang, China.
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Translated clients’ design concept art to real construction documents including floor finish and reflected ceiling plans
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Used critical thinking to expand a clients’ vision, and produce drawings such as elevations
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Designed layout of details pages by using Auto CAD, and organized construction documents
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Made themed ceiling elements with google SketchUp
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Worked in a fast paced busy department with accurate AutoCAD expertise
Masterpiece Design Group
Winter Park, FL April 2013 - October 2015
Architectural Detail Assistant
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Used AutoCAD to create ceiling and wall details based on clients' style, theme and budget
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Designed built-in cabinets, beds, desks, and media centers for high-end clients
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Created design solutions such as open shelves, and hidden door concepts
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Established three dimensional perspective drawings to help clients visualize designs
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Enhanced perspective drawings with color for professional grade presentations
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Produced interior design packets for builders and architects (including a 30,000 SQFT. residential project)
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Drafted kitchen and bathroom floor plans and cabinet layouts
Interior Design Assistant
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Selected furniture, finishes and materials for clients' spaces
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Created design portfolios by using PowerPoint and Excel presentations
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Created original designs and patterns for positioning tiles in bathrooms and kitchens
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Measured clients' space to create precise wall elevations and floor plans
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Built professional grade sample boards for presentations
Marc-Michaels Interior Design Inc.
Winter Park, FL May 2012 - August 2012
Auto CAD Assistant, Interior Design Intern
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Established CAD templates for furniture and fixtures
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Cleaned up and organized CAD templates, and set up layers and standards for drawings
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Generated and organized PDF files of CAD drawings
Architectural Artworks
Winter Park, FL January 2007 - August 2007
Kitchen Design Intern / Assistant
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Advised clients about quality and design issues
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Helped kitchen installers with kitchen cabinets and equipment at job sites
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Worked on high-end kitchen projects valued between $50,000 and $100,000
Software Knowledge:
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SketchUp & SketchUp Layout 2021
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LUMION
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V-RAY
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Autodesk AutoCAD 2004-2019
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Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
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Autodesk Revit Architecture 2012
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Autodesk Impression
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Microsoft Office / PowerPoint, Excel, Word
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20-20 Design: Kitchen and Bathroom Design Software
Major Projects
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Universal Beijing Resort (Beijing, China)
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Harbin Ripley Square (Harbin, China)
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Ba Na Hills Resort (Da Nang, Vietnam)
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Kim Quy Park (Hanoi, Vietnam)
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Ducati World, Mirabilandia Park (Ravenna, Italy)
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Motiongate Dubai (Dubai, UAE)
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Bollywood Parks Dubai (Dubai,UAE)
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Jurong Theme Park (Jurong, China)
Education:
Seminole State College of Florida Sanford, Florida
Bachelor's Degree - Interior Design (on President's List) 2010 - 2012
Seminole Community College Sanford, Florida
Associate's Degree - Kitchen and Bathroom Design 2005 - 2007
Seminole Community College Sanford, Florida
Associate's Degree - Interior Design 2002 - 2005
Awards & Scholarships
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2015: Best Model Merchandising, Florida Home Media Design , Team Member, Masterpiece Design Group
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2008: 2nd Place - National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), National Student Design Competition
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2008: 2nd Place - GE Dream Kitchen Contest Best Student Concept
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2008: 1st Place - NKBA Central Florida Chapter 2008 Student Design Competition
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2008: TOTO Scholarship - Outstanding Student Achievement Award
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2006: ASID Scholarship - American Society of Interior Design Student Scholarship
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2005: Annual Juried Student Award of Merit for Art Exhibition - Seminole State College of Florida