Experience:
High-end Furniture Maker, O&G Studio, Warren, RI June 2024 - Present
Core Responsibilities / Role
Handcraft heirloom-quality furniture using traditional woodworking techniques and modern precision tools
Collaborate closely with designers to translate concepts into refined, functional pieces
Select and evaluate premium hardwoods for grain, durability, and aesthetic integrity
Execute joinery methods such as mortise-and-tenon, dovetail, and bent lamination
Maintain exceptional attention to detail across all stages of production, from milling to final finish
Craftsmanship & Technical Skills
Specialized in fine woodworking, shaping, and finishing for luxury furniture pieces
Apply hand-rubbed finishes, stains, and oils to enhance natural wood character
Operate and maintain advanced shop machinery alongside hand tools
Troubleshoot build challenges while maintaining design fidelity
Quality & Studio Standards
Uphold rigorous quality control standards consistent with a high-end design brand
Contribute to a studio culture rooted in craftsmanship, precision, and continuous improvement
Inspect final pieces to ensure they meet both aesthetic and functional expectations
Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient workshop environment
Collaboration & Professional Impact
Work as part of a small, highly skilled team to produce limited-run and custom furniture
Engage in iterative design feedback with leadership and clients when needed
Support the studio’s reputation through consistency, reliability, and pride in workmanship
Specialist Mill Worker, Wyrmwood Gaming, Taunton, MA February 2023 - July 2023
Operated wide arrays of woodworking machinery including Jointers, Planers, Jump/Miter Saws, Wide-belt Sanders, Frame Saws, Table Saws, Router Tables, CNC and Molding machinery
Executed high levels of quality control to +/- .005” regularly on most product tasks
Oversaw dozens of pallets daily worth of table and furniture accessories go from rough mill to finish
Collaborated on daily responsibilities with team of 10
Wide range of working with exotic hardwoods (ex: Padauk, Wenge, Poisonwood)
Skills:
Advanced proficiency with both electric and hand woodworking tools
4 years of architectural drafting experience
Autocad, Chief Architect, Autodesk, Inkscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quickbooks, Cubase, Nuendo, Protools, Premiere, Clip Studio Paint
Strong familiarity with social media platforms and Youtube management
Can easily analyze and understand unfamiliar information and situations
Proficient in Portuguese
Passionate about music, woodworking, furniture making, gaming of any kind, digital and ink illustration, social justice, sustainability, intercultural exchange, and travel
Additionally:
Looking to move to Portugal and spend the rest of my days living where I'd love to be.
