Charlie Koenig

About Charlie Koenig

I\'m Charlie Koenig, and I serve as a Project Manager for WSP Visual Studios. My passion lies in communication using visuals, and I\'ve accumulated twenty years of experience in the energy/consulting field.From the very beginning of my career, I\'ve been on a thrilling journey, delving into a diverse array of projects. Whether it\'s federal litigation cases, land use development/planning, product design, real-time situational training simulators, or environmental planning, I\'ve embraced each opportunity with enthusiasm and dedication.Joining the POWER Engineers team in 2008 has been a pivotal moment for me. Since then, I\'ve had the privilege of working extensively with cutting-edge visualization tools that bring clarity to complex transmission, generation, and distribution projects. It\'s immensely fulfilling to witness intricate concepts come to life and become easily understandable through the power of visualization.Taking charge of transmission, distribution, and substation photo simulation projects has been a source of pride. Crafting captivating visualizations, tailored for the public, is a responsibility I cherish.I firmly believe that embracing emerging technologies and continual innovation is the key to success, and my commitment to it has played a significant role in driving POWER Engineers Visualization services to the forefront of the industry. My combination of technical expertise and a deep understanding of our clients\' objectives has enabled us to bridge communication gaps and foster strong connections.In a world where innovation meets purpose, I\'m fueled by the desire to create visual wonders that inspire and enlighten.https://visual.wsp.com/Idaho Virtual Reality Council (IVRC)Founding Spectrum MagazineEnhancing Transmission Line Performance: Using Simulation To Optimize Design (Graphics)May 2014Awards:National Association of Government Communicators Award - Award for Discovering Val-Kill Visitor Impact Award - Impact Award for video for the Impact Award - Impact award for Grand Coulee Dam videoITD Excellence in Engineering Award - Public Participation, I-84, Vista InterchangeCollison Award - Silver Winner2017 presenter at the Power delivery and design conference. Sun Valley, ID.2016 speaker at Atlantic City Electric, Engineering week conference.2016 speaker at Idaho Recreation and Parks Association conference.Extracurricular activities: Family, Photography Cycling, Camping, Backpacking, skiing, …being outside.

Experience

1. Project Manager

   Power Engineers

   May 2008 — Present · Clarkston, WA, US

   Manage, plan and produce 3D visualization products for large scale environmental/engineering projects and marketing efforts. Provide clients with technologies such as: photo simulations, animations, motion graphics, interactive, graphic design, video and photography.Client relationships are important, as is finding the right solution for their needs. From proposal to production and delivery, I\'m involved in all aspects of project Virtual Reality Council (IVRC)Founding Spectrum MagazineEnhancing Transmission Line Performance: Using Simulation To Optimize DesignMay 2014Awards:National Association of Government Communicators AwardMay 2015Award for Discovering Val-Kill Visitor Impact AwardCapital City CommunicatorsMay 2013Impact Award for video for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Impact AwardCapital City CommunicatorsMay 2012Impact award for Grand Coulee Dam videoITD Excellence in Engineering AwardIdaho Transportation DepartmentJune 2010Public Participation, Large Project for I-84, Vista Interchange2017 presenter at the Power delivery and design conference. Sun Valley, ID.2016 speaker at Atlantic City Electric, Engineering week conference.2016 speaker at Idaho Recreation and Parks Association conference.

Education

• University of Idaho

  B.S., Virtual Technology and Design

  2000 — 2005

Skills

• 3d Studio Max
• Art Direction
• Autocad
• Augmented Reality
• Management
• Marketing
• Public Speaking
• Photography
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Architecture
• Virtual Reality
• Mixed Reality
• Vray
• Modeling
• Graphic Design
• Animation
• Illustrator
• Proposal Writing
• Project Management
• Cad
• 3d Modeling
• After Effects
• Motion Graphics
• Photoshop
• Illustration
• Project Planning
• Video Production
• 3d Visualization
• Adobe Photoshop