Winiata Kaaka
Summary
Accomplished Design Manager with a proven track record at Melco Resorts & Entertainment, enhancing project delivery through strategic thinking and design leadership. Excelled in fostering teamwork and collaboration, achieving seamless cross-functional communication. Skilled in interaction design and adept at driving projects to completion, consistently meeting budget and time constraints. Resourceful Manager offering history of success coordinating and monitoring operations across various departments. Effective leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed with hardworking mentality to maintain quality of services and products.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Design Manager
Melco Resorts & Entertainment
02.2013 - 12.2022
- Researched design trends, technology and processes and directed work of design team .
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on design principles, techniques, and best practices to enhance their skill set.
- Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.
- Managed vendor relationships to source high-quality materials at competitive prices while maintaining budget adherence.
Project Coordinator
TFP Farrells
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
Architectural Designer
MAP Architecture
07.2011 - 12.2011
- Worked closely with multi-disciplinary team to design residential and commercial projects in Hong Kong.
- Developed comprehensive construction documents to ensure accurate execution of architectural concepts during the building process.
- Improved overall project outcomes by utilizing advanced software tools for 3D modeling, rendering, and virtual reality presentations.
- Researched building codes and requirements and applied to design planning.
Project Coordinator
TFP Farrells
01.2010 - 07.2011
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the company.
Senior Technical Manager
Leigh & Orange Architects
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives, translating business needs into actionable technical requirements for the team.
- Managed multiple simultaneous project timelines effectively, ensuring all tasks were completed on time while maintaining high quality standards.
- Promoted industry best practices within the team by conducting training sessions on relevant topics such as cybersecurity, data privacy regulations, and emerging technologies.
- Implemented continuous integration and deployment practices to reduce errors and accelerate the release cycle.
Education
Stage 4-5 NZ Diploma of Architectural Design - Architecture
Central Institute of Technology
Wellington, NZ12.1989
Stage 3 NZ Diploma of Architectural Design - Architecture
Carrington Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ 01.1987 - 12.1987
Skills
- Interaction design
- Accessibility Design
- Color theory
- Strategic Thinking
- Project Leadership
- Design leadership
- Creative Direction
- Concept Development
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
Work Availability
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Timeline
Design Manager
Melco Resorts & Entertainment
02.2013 - 12.2022
Project Coordinator
TFP Farrells
01.2012 - 01.2013
Architectural Designer
MAP Architecture
07.2011 - 12.2011
Project Coordinator
TFP Farrells
01.2010 - 07.2011
Senior Technical Manager
Leigh & Orange Architects
01.2006 - 12.2009
Stage 3 NZ Diploma of Architectural Design - Architecture
Carrington Institute of Technology
01.1987 - 12.1987
Stage 4-5 NZ Diploma of Architectural Design - Architecture
Central Institute of Technology
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