Komal Mudaliar
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Apply a multidisciplinary foundation in urban planning, design, and architecture to support the creation of high-quality built environments that promote functionality, visual integrity, and community well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Strategic Planner
Sutherland Shire Council
Sydney, NSW
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted land use surveys, demographic research, and impact analyses (social, economic, historical, and environmental) to inform planning proposals and the development of strategic policies for town centres.
- Led feasibility assessments, 3D modelling, and scenario planning to evaluate and implement the State Low and Mid-Rise Housing Reforms, ensuring alignment with housing supply targets.
- Authored and presented reports to Council on legislative amendments, housing strategies, and place-based plans, incorporating insights from community consultation and stakeholder engagement.
- Delivered high-quality customer service through duty planning responsibilities, offering clear and accurate guidance on regulations and policies, and contributing to development assessment processes.
- Executed IT-related planning tasks such as issuing planning certificates, conducting land checks, updating Council websites, and integrating data into internal systems to support planning operations.
Customer Service Representative
Coles Express
Sydney, NSW
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw store inventory distribution, ensuring accurate stock levels and reducing out-of-stock incidents.
- Assisted with management team to streamline back-office processes, resulting in a reduction in administrative errors and improved overall efficiency.
- Implemented cash register system resulting in a decrease in checkout times and an increase in customer satisfaction ratings.
Urban and Regional Planner
EI Media Pty Ltd
Sydney, NSW
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Interpreted and applied NSW legislation, including SEPP, LEPs, and DCPs, to inform decision-making on digital outdoor advertising, resulting in compliant and strategically positioned campaigns along major transport corridors.
- Drafted architectural site drawings, site plans, and Statements of Environmental Effects (SEEs) to support Development Applications for billboard installations.
- Coordinated with consultants to acquire land surveys, visual impact assessments, illumination analyses, and road safety audits, ensuring technical accuracy and design integrity.
- Liaised effectively with Local Councils on proposed Development Applications, expediting the approval process for new billboard infrastructure.
Bartender
Ivy Merivale
Sydney, NSW
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Trained with the bar back team for bartending.
- Co-led efficient floor management, along with clean up and setup responsibilities.
Assistant Curator/Content Writer
UNI.XYZ
Remote, India
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Built an efficient content creation workflow that boosted the production of competition briefs, promotional articles, and blog content.
- Led the successful rollout of a new competition series by aligning a team of writers, maintaining project schedules, and executing multi-channel promotional strategies—resulting in increased participant engagement.
- Enhanced SEO performance in collaboration with the marketing team, driving greater website traffic and improved search visibility.
- Generated compelling social media content that contributed to stronger audience engagement and growth in follower interaction.
Graphic Designer
Innovo Realty Pvt Ltd
Remote, India
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Partnered with architecture firms to develop visually compelling investor presentations, contributing to increased funding for residential projects.
- Established a streamlined process for 3D modelling and high-quality rendering of views and floor plans, significantly reducing project turnaround time.
- Applied advanced graphic design techniques to produce realistic and impactful architectural visualisations.
Architecture Intern
MAP Architects
Bengaluru, India
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Developed and executed architectural designs for 5 residential projects, resulting in client satisfaction and positive feedback, leading to an increase in project referrals.
- Supported the BIM team and created detailed technical drawings for 3 international projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project specifications, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced construction errors.
Education
Masters of Urbanism - Urban Design
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW06.2023
Bachelors of Architecture and Planning - undefined
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology
06.2019
Skills
- Design thinking
- Time management
- Content creation
- Adaptability
- Creative problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Leadership
Timeline
Graduate Strategic Planner
Sutherland Shire Council
03.2024 - Current
Urban and Regional Planner
EI Media Pty Ltd
11.2022 - 02.2023
Bartender
Ivy Merivale
08.2022 - 10.2022
Customer Service Representative
Coles Express
03.2022 - 04.2023
Assistant Curator/Content Writer
UNI.XYZ
01.2021 - 03.2022
Graphic Designer
Innovo Realty Pvt Ltd
06.2019 - 01.2021
Architecture Intern
MAP Architects
06.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelors of Architecture and Planning - undefined
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology
Masters of Urbanism - Urban Design
University of Sydney