Cindy Chang

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Interior Designer at TCA Architects
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led multi-family design and technical development from schematic design through construction administration; rendered photo-realistic 3D models to communicate design intent; served as primary Revit and AutoCAD production lead during extended staffing gaps and leadership transition; corrected inherited CDs to meet firm standards and improve coordination, clarity, and constructability; formulated budgeting solutions to ensure project viability and cost-effectiveness; supported FF&E planning and coordination as projects progressed toward CA and procurement.
Project Manager at Chang Creatives
January 1, 2008 - Present
High-end single-family residences, ADUs, and pool houses; Design-build senior living communities; Tenant improvements including workplace, healthcare, retail, and restaurants.
Store Technician Designer at Torrid
June 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Delivered 3D visualizations for seasonal initiatives including 'Jeans for Life' and 'Kitsmas', partnering with creative marketing and visual merchandising teams to support campaign rollout.
Design Coordinator II at LPA Design Studios
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Multistory corporate interior projects; Led test fits in AutoCAD during preliminary layout studies; Produced preliminary pricing plans and CDs; Coordinated consultant deliverables across disciplines to ensure alignment with design intent and client requirements.
Project Manager at Herdman Architecture + Design
July 1, 2022 - November 1, 2023
Industrial development projects from entitlement through construction; Value-added projects including office architecture and high-end commercial interiors; Led Revit and AutoCAD documentation for site, building, and TI packages; Coordinated drawings with code requirements, design intent, consultants, and clients; Managed Job Captains and Project Assistants.
Job Captain at Design Tech
December 1, 2016 - November 1, 2022
Team lead for single-family and multi-family residential communities; High-end single-family residences; Tenant Improvements (workplace).

Education

B.S., Interior Architecture at The Art Institute
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026
Building Codes Technology at Coastline College
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026

Qualifications

LEED Accredited Professional
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026
CIDA Accredited
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026
ASID, IDA, USGBC Member
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment