Andy Farrugia Resume

INTRODUCTION

Communicating well and working well go hand in hand. I have seen how productivity and quality improve when an organization develops a communicative environment. Fortunately, the recent growth of electronic technology has provided a host of new tools to aid in the creation of such an environment.

My interests have always been in art, design, craft and technology. I continuously draw from these disciplines while operating in the workplace. This is especially true when tackling projects which require the transmission of technical concepts through formal documentation or in-person support. I believe that my proficiency in conceptualization stems from my understanding of traditional forms of literature and art. I feel that artistic expressions are central to human thought and communication. Modern computing technology and software provide fantastic new tools, but ultimately are only aids to intrinsic human creativity.

Beyond the creative aspects of work, I also enjoy working as part of a team. I am an enthusiastic collaborator, capable of adapting my communication style to meet the needs of my clients and co-workers. I prioritize tasks to meet objectives, while remaining flexible to changing resources and schedules.

Contact Email: andy.farrugia@gmail.com

WORK EXPERIENCE

MANAGEMENT REPRESENTATIVE

DGH Technology, Inc.

2013 – Present

Lead administrator responsible for maintaining and developing the Quality Management System for compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA QSR requirements (medical device quality management), this requires researching regulations and preparing documentation as needed for authorities. Lead collaborator with engineering team to ensure proper design documentation and manufacturing/testing procedures for all product lines (ultrasonic ophthalmic devices).

Noteworthy projects include:

— Transition from previous version (2003) of ISO 13485 to updated 2016 standard.

— Developed labeling processes and sourced equipment for Unique Device Identifiers (UDIs) for medical devices (per FDA regulations).

— Develop and maintain user literature (i.e. operating manuals, installation guides, etc.) for ultrasonic medical devices (authoring text, creating illustrations/graphics and document formatting).

— Generate and maintain technical files as required by the European Union for ultrasonic medical devices.

— Improve and maintain a relational database system for logging of customer information, complaints and trend analysis.

— Lead support technician for remote installation and maintenance of device operating software.

Freelance

2013 – 2016

Since leaving my full-time position as production manager, I’ve had several opportunities to work as a freelance draftsman and illustrator. My involvement typically requires the creation logo/branding graphics, renderings for event furniture / scenery, as well as build drawings for shop construction.

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Kadan Productions, LLC.

2010 – 2013

Kadan Productions is a company that fabricates and installs temporary architecture, furniture and scenery for fashion and corporate events. As a production manager for Kadan, I worked directly with clients to design event structures based upon their budget and concept. After the developmental phase, I would author all necessary documentation for build and installation of furniture / scenic structures. During production, I would oversee shop construction, logistics and on-site project installation, all of which often required hands-on involvement.

Typical duties included:

— Generate illustrations and renderings to show build concept and form.

— Creating production-ready and CNC drafting in 2d and 3d AutoCAD.

— Developing graphics for print or vinyl cutting.

— Sourcing materials and estimating labor costs.

— Supervising work crews in installation and removal of scenery/hard goods.

Luxam, Inc.

2009 – 2010

Luxam Inc. is a firm specializing in conservation lighting systems for museums and galleries. While working as a freelance lighting technician, I supervised the installation of Luxam’s proprietary fiber optic lighting system. Installations were tailored to enhance the legibility and aesthetic of the artifacts. While with Luxam, I had worked collections at The Ashmolean Museum (Oxford, England), The Byzantine Christian Art Museum (Athens, Greece), The Shaanxi History Museum (Xi’an, China), and The Wine and Folklore Museum (Bech-Kleinmacher, Luxembourg).

Typical duties included:

— Installing and focusing fiber optics systems.

— Work with curators and staff to develop the aesthetic of a display.

— Ensure conservation requirements are met for each case.

— Training technicians in proper focusing techniques.

Sightline Fabrication / PRF Productions

2008 – 2010

Sightline Fabrication and PRF Productions are both New York City-based companies that produce and/or install theatrical scenery. My work with these companies was freelance, however I was a regular member of their teams. Projects were typically installations intended for off-broadway venues. Productions required a proficiency in carpentry, scenic painting and rigging. Occasionally projects would require restoring and maintaining older scenic pieces.

Typical duties included:

— Building new pieces from scale drafting and drawings.

–Carpentry, welding and scenic painting.

— Safely rigging overhead loads.

— Installing and adapting scenery to venue constraints.

Miami Tech Inc. / Grille Tech Inc.

2007

Miami Tech and Grille Tech are two privately owned manufacturers of HVAC components and hardware. As a draftsman for Miami Tech and Grille Tech, I worked closely with the plant engineer to create technical drawings for production machinery and sheet metal dies.

Duties included:

— Preparing drawings for machine shop fabrication.

— Updating installation manuals and spec sheets for current products.

— Creating and maintaining a digital database of technical drawings.

Computer Aided Drafting

2D Drafting and 3D Modeling in AutoCAD

Ample experience using AutoCAD to create 2-dimensional technical drawings and model 3-dimensional geometries.

Vector and Raster Image Creation / Editing

Experienced user of Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDraw and SketchBook. Capable of rendering presentation quality and print-ready content in raster or vector formats as well as photo retouching/manipulation.

Also trained in traditional illustration techniques, such as watercolor, acrylic, and pencil.

Various Office Programs

Ample experience using office software. Capable of developing Microsoft Excel workbooks for data analysis and financial calculations. Capable of designing print-ready layouts in MS Publisher and MS Word. Experienced user of yED software for modeling of business process flow charts.

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

MASTER OF FINE ARTS

2003 – 2006

The scenic design program at the University of Florida is a 3 year program that teaches students through classwork and hands-on production. Emphasis is put on artistic discovery and understanding the technical requirements of a production.

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS

1999 – 2003

Wayne State University’s theatre department is a production oriented program which operates independent graduate and undergraduate theatres. Undergraduate production students take theory, design, drafting, and technical courses.

STUDY ABROAD

June 2003

As part of my senior year at Wayne State University, I had the opportunity of participating in a month-long intensive program at the Moscow Art Theatre School. This program focuses on Russian literature, theatre history, and theatre appreciation. Students involved in the design program also take a course in conceptualization.

REFERENCES

References will be provided upon request.