2017 Chief Academy User Group Meeting – Call for Presentations

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2017 Chief Academy User Group Meeting – Call for Presentations

 

Chief Architect is soliciting presenters for its 2017 Chief Academy User Group Meeting August 29th. The ideal presenter would be passionate about Chief Architect who can share their process, technique or tips in using the software.   Popular Topics of interest are listed below (if you have another topic, please feel free to make a suggestion).  Presentations should be an hour, including a question & answer period.

 

How to Apply: complete the Chief Academy User Group Meeting Presenter Application by April 7.

 

Presentations will be in Coeur d'Alene, ID August 29.  Outlines for the presentations are required by July 1 and videos by August 4.

 

Compensation: $750 stipend plus Free registration to the Chief Academy 1-day User Group Meeting & 2-Day Training ($1,095 value)

 

If you have additional questions, email events@chiefarchitect.com or call Jenna Sorenson 208-292-3400 x3410

 

Topics:

  • How to setup your software environment – templates, libraries, layer sets
  • Productivity Tips, Annotation Sets & Power Tools
  • Workflow – how to optimize plans, layouts and Best Business Practices
  • Plan, File & Revision Management
  • Remodeling- as-built, design options process 
  • Custom Ceilings
  • Advanced Roofs- automatics, manual tools, curves, flares, flat, crickets, framing, etc. 
  • Raytracing & Rendering Tips
  • Terrain & Site Plans
  • Materials Take Offs
  • K&B Drafting Tips: Dimensions/Wall Elevations
  • Sections & Elevations: how to best create and dimension  
  • Selling the Job: how to use software and close the job efficiently
  • Bath Design
  • Kitchen Design
  • Custom Cabinet, Islands, Countertops
  • The most effective method to dimension plans
  • Interior Design
  • Stairs – everything you need to know
  • Using Virtual Reality & Creating Walk-Thrus