Sameer Kawash
Creative Lead, Educational Experiences

From drafting plans for a new museum to helping design and produce show sets and scenic elements, Sameer Kawash literally takes a hands on approach to every project he tackles.

By listening to the client's expectations and clearly communicating the status of the project, Sameer is instrumental in keeping projects on track. As the production process commences, Sameer oversees the design of sets, props, and effects equipment, develops budgets, manages the bid process and selects vendors. As the installation phase approaches, Sameer develops and manages contracts, supervises the fabrication process, and oversees installation in the field. Sameer is known for working tirelessly to achieve complete success on opening day.

Sameer is the Fabrication Manager on BRC’s Empire State Building project and also performed this role for BRC on the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Also at BRC, Sameer served as Facilities Interface Manager for “Animation Celebration,” at Universal Studios Japan and as a Designer for “Robot Scouts,” at the Kennedy Space Center and “Trial by Fire,” for the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier.

Sameer earned a degree in Industrial Design from Art Center College of Design as well as a degree in Economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz.

EDUCATION

BA - Industrial Design
Art Center College of Design
BA - Economics
University of California, Santa Cruz

CREDITS

Fabrication Manager
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Facilities Interface Manager
Animation Celebration, USJ

Designer
Robot Scouts, Kennedy Space Center
Trial by Fire, National Museum of the Civil War Soldier

last updated: 28 May, 2008