FAN FEI
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Architectural Graduate with experience across architectural drafting, steel construction estimation, graphic design, and English education. Experienced in preparing construction documentation, coordinating with builders and clients, and supporting residential and commercial projects within the Australian construction industry. Strong communication and presentation background developed through teaching and freelance client-based work. Proficient in Rhino, Grasshopper, Adobe Creative Suite, and visual communication workflows, with a strong interest in architectural detailing, design communication, and project coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance English Teacher
Self-employed
Hangzhou, China
2024.05 - Current
- Provided one-on-one and small group English tutoring for IELTS, PTE, and customized courses.
- Designed customised lesson plans focused on business area.
English Teacher
TAIS Education
Hangzhou, China
2025.02 - 2025.12
- Delivered English language instruction for secondary school students in speaking, writing, and presentation-focused courses.
- Prepared lesson plans, classroom materials, and assessment feedback aligned with curriculum objectives.
- Supported students in improving academic English performance, communication confidence, and presentation abilities.
- Developed strong interpersonal and public communication skills through daily classroom engagement.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Cosy Camp Australia
, Australia
2023.01 - 2025.01
- Produced graphic design such as logo and other visual content for marketing, branding, and promotional materials.
- Assisted with social media visuals, digital advertising layouts, and product presentation graphics.
- Applied strong visual communication and layout skills across both digital and print-based content.
- Collaborated with clients remotely to refine branding direction and visual presentation outcomes.
Estimator / Draftsperson
NO.1 METAL CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD
Melbourne, Australia
2023.10 - 2024.05
- Prepared quotations and cost estimates for residential and commercial steel construction projects including stairs, balustrades, fences, and structural steel works.
- Produced shop drawings and construction documentation across projects of various scales.
- Coordinated directly with builders, contractors, and clients regarding construction details, fabrication requirements, and project timelines.
- Assisted in developing new business opportunities and successfully secured several projects valued at approximately AUD $200,000.
- Developed practical understanding of Australian construction workflows, steel detailing, and project delivery processes.
Architectural Intern
China Academy of Art Design Institute
, China
2021.02 - 2021.06
- Supported conceptual design development and architectural drafting for projects across Zhejiang, Fujian, and Shanghai.
- Participated in the redevelopment proposal for a residential community and lakeside cultural district in Yunhe County, Zhejiang.
- Assisted with planning layouts, sunlight analysis, and building spacing studies for residential apartment projects.
- Conducted field visits and contributed to documentation drawings during early-stage design development.
Education
Master of Architecture -
The University of Melbourne
06.2023
Bachelor of Design - Architecture Major
The University of Melbourne
11.2020
Skills
- Rhino
- Grasshopper
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- MS Office Suite
- Architectural Documentation
- Construction Estimation
- Graphic Design
- Visual Communication
Residency
Australian Permanent Resident
Languages
- English, Professional
- Chinese, Native
References
Referees available upon request.
Exhibitions
- MSD X Winter 2023 – Community + Care
- MSD X Summer 2022 – An Apartment/Guest & A Family House
- MSD X Winter 2022 – RE: NEW YORK
- 1559 SPACE Bangkok 2022 – CURARTISTRY
International Programs
- European Culture Academy – Exhibition Architecture, Venice, Italy, 2019
- Architectural Association – Curartistry: Trees and Intercorrelations to Everyday Life, Bangkok, Thailand, 2022
Timeline
English Teacher
TAIS Education
2025.02 - 2025.12
Freelance English Teacher
Self-employed
2024.05 - Current
Estimator / Draftsperson
NO.1 METAL CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD
2023.10 - 2024.05
Freelance Graphic Designer
Cosy Camp Australia
2023.01 - 2025.01
Architectural Intern
China Academy of Art Design Institute
2021.02 - 2021.06
Master of Architecture -
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Design - Architecture Major
The University of Melbourne