Design Workshop – Culture Highlights 2

Embracing Team Culture

I’m excited to share some recent highlights from my experiences at Design Workshop, where I’ve been enjoying a vibrant and supportive team culture. Here’s a glimpse into the fun and camaraderie that defines our workplace.

Saturday Dinner Gathering

We kicked off the weekend with a delightful Saturday dinner gathering with my coworkers. The highlight? Too much Korean food! It was a fantastic opportunity to unwind and bond outside of work, enjoying delicious cuisine and great company.

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Exploring Design Workshop’s Houston Projects

I recently had the opportunity to embark on another exciting work trip with Design Workshop, this time to our Houston Studio along side members from the Austin Studio. It was a fantastic experience filled with project discussions, site visits, and connecting with colleagues face-to-face.

Day 1 at Design Workshop Houston Studio

I kicked off my trip to Houston with a full day of productive meetings and discussions about our ongoing projects. It was great to collaborate with my colleagues in person, and the energy in the studio was palpable. Despite the Texas heat, the day was filled with insights from a local site tour of Midtown Park followed by a cross-studio outing at The Rustic.

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Design Workshop – Houston Site Walk

Exploring Urban Parks with the Houston Team

I recently had an exciting experience that I’d love to share with you. On January 11, 2023, I spent the day at our Houston design studio, where I had the opportunity to meet the team and participate in my first site walk.

Houston Design Studio Visit

My day started with a warm welcome from the Houston team. It was great to finally put faces to names and get to know the talented individuals I’ll be collaborating with on various projects.

Site Walk to Urban Parks

The highlight of the day was going on a site walk to two nearby urban parks, Midtown Park and Bagby Street Park. Seeing the firm’s projects come to life was incredibly inspiring. It’s one thing to see designs on paper, but witnessing the physical spaces and how they interact with the community brings a whole new level of appreciation for the work we do.

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Design Workshop – Culture Highlights 1

Embracing the Culture at Design Workshop

I wanted to share some recent highlights from my experience so far at Design Workshop. The past few weeks have been filled with engaging professional events, team-building activities, and holiday celebrations. Here’s a glimpse into the vibrant culture at my new workplace.

Business in the Front, Axes in the Back

I had the pleasure of attending my first professional networking event with my coworkers. It was a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and industry professionals. After the event, I shifted gears and headed for some axe throwing practice ahead of the playoffs. Balancing business and fun is what makes working at Design Workshop so enjoyable!

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Joining Design Workshop as a Marketing Coordinator

A New Chapter in My Career

I have some exciting news to share! After several months of job searching, I finally found an opportunity that aligns perfectly with my marketing experience and my personal and professional environmental career goals. On October 31, 2022, I received a job offer from Design Workshop, an international landscape architecture and design firm. I’ll be supporting the Texas offices and contributing to the firm’s marketing and business development efforts.

Quick Trip to Denver for the Job Interview

My journey to this new role took me on a quick trip to Denver for the final interview. One surprising discovery along the way was finding out the Austin Airport has live music inside—an unexpected treat! In Denver, I had the chance to dine near downtown at a unique restaurant located in a former mortuary, which added an interesting twist to the evening.

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Texas Disposal Systems Works

In my role as the first-ever Digital Marketing Coordinator at Texas Disposal Systems (TDS) and I played a vital role in developing and executing various marketing initiatives emphasizing sustainability and waste management practices. From redesigning key webpages and crafting targeted email drip campaigns to managing content campaigns and spearheading creative recycling promotions, my work at TDS was multifaceted and impactful. I also contributed to several community-oriented projects, including Earth Day campaigns, interactive recycling games at events, and seasonal holiday waste initiatives. Additionally, I supported the company’s sales department efforts by creating new sales materials and improving online customer funnels. Through these initiatives, I helped position TDS as a leader in the waste management industry in Central Texas while reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship and resource conservation.

Waste Wizard Promotion:

  • Promoted the “Waste Wizard,” a versatile app designed to remind customers of waste collection schedules and educate them on proper waste disposal practices. To increase app downloads, I introduced gift card incentive contests, effectively encouraging customer participation, increasing downloads, and reinforcing the brand. Facebook Post

Conference Vendor/Boothing:

  • Represented TDS at industry conferences by staffing booths, distributing marketing materials, and engaging in conversations with attendees about the company’s services and sustainable practices, helping to enhance the brand and fostering potential business relationships.
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