Resume

Experience

2010 - Present
CEO & President
Creative Media Enterprises, LLC
Ithaca, NY
As President and CEO of Creative Media Enterprises, Sophia also serves as Executive Managing Director, leading cross-functional teams of independent creatives, designers, and developers to deliver strategic, design-driven solutions for clients. Her expertise spans brand identity, 2D/3D design, front-end development, and multimedia production—grounded in a strong foundation of design systems and user experience.

Sophia oversees the five divisions under Creative Media Enterprises: 1. Goehner Gestaltung, 2. New York Brand Solutions, 3. Ithaca Brand Solutions, 4. Modal Property Solutions, and 5. Create Aid.
2024 - Present
Executive Manager
Creative Media Enterprises, YouTube™
Ithaca, NY
Through her leadership of Creative Media Enterprises, YouTube™, Sophia directs a dynamic team of creatives in producing compelling, cross-industry video content. She expertly blends narrative storytelling with strategic communication, crafting experiences that captivate audiences, elevate brand identity, and drive meaningful engagement across diverse platforms.
2013 - Present
Architectural Designer
Various Offices
Worldwide

10 years experience in the field of Architecture working with and learning from people like Matthias Hollwich, Paul Burgstaller, Anna Klingmann, Christopher Williams, Portia Elmer, Felecia Davis, Dana Cupkova, Lily Chi, Andrea Simitch, Val Warke, and others.

2010 - Present
Sales & Marketing
Various Offices
Worldwide
2009 - Present
UI/UX Design/Development
Various Offices
Worldwide

16 years experience in the field of front end web developmeny and web design working for firms like: Ancient Wisdom Prodcutions, Adena Retirement Program, Ardyss International, John Snyder Architects, Christopher Williams Architects, Schickel Architecture, and others.

2006 - Present
Founder & Director
Virtual Design Spaces
Ithaca, NY
Sophia Founded Virtual Design Spaces as a web-based platform grounded in exploratory Design and Immersive Architecture envisioned as an investigatory laboratory that bridges the worlds of Virtual Reality, Urbanism and Architectural Design. It is a place to discuss, invent, and explore Human Experience within the context of VR theory, Immersive Technology, Immersive Media, and Architectural space and place making.

Education

2009
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
B.Arch
Sophia Goehner graduated from Cornell University in the spring of 2009, officially receiving her diploma in 2010 upon the successful completion of her thesis book. Her studies, undertaken during 2000–2002, 2003–2004, 2006–2007, and 2008–2009, were thoughtfully staggered to accommodate her pursuit of enriching professional experiences and global travel opportunities, reflecting her dedication to both academic excellence and personal growth.
2006
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
M.Arch (incomplete)
Sophia attended one semester of Cornell University's Master's 'Overlap Program,' which allows students to combine the fifth year of their bachelor’s degree with one year of master’s coursework to complete a dual degree in six years. Eager to enter the workforce and put her ideas into practice she ultimately chose to complete only her bachelor’s degree.
2003
Cornell University, in Rome
Rome, Italy
B.Arch
Sophia Goehner participated in Cornell University's Study Abroad Program in Rome, where she fully immersed herself in Italian culture, art, and architecture. During her time there, she explored the city’s historic landmarks, studied classical and contemporary art and design firsthand, and engaged deeply with the local way of life, enriching both her academic perspective and creative practice.
2009
Deutsche Schule Rom
Rome, Italy
9th Grade
Sophia Goehner attended the Deutsche Internationale Schule Rom (German International School) in Rome for her ninth grade while her family lived in the city for a semester. During her time in Rome, she immersed herself in Italian culture, learning basic conversational Italian and gaining a foundational understanding of Roman architecture. She also explored creative practices, including pinhole camera photography, which allowed her to engage with the city’s historic and contemporary landscapes in a hands-on, artistic way. This experience broadened her cultural perspective and deepened her appreciation for architecture, art, and design.

Professional Skills

Architectural Design
UI/UX Design
Graphic Design
Video Production
Music Composition
Audio Production
Marketing
SMM
Content Creation
Figma
ChatGPT
Google Gemini

Computer Languages

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript

Architectural Software

AutoCAD
Revit
Enscape
ArchiCAD
Adobe Creative Suite
SketchUp

Foreign Languages

German (Fluent)
Italian (Intermediate)
Spanish (Intermediate)

Travel

Austria
Germany
Mexico
Canada
Slovakia
Czech Republic
Italy
Spain
France
Luxembourg
Egypt
Great Britain

Overseas Residences

Italy
Germany
Austria

Interests

Art
Architecture
Real Estate
Immersive Reality
Teleimmersion
AR/VR
Music
Travel
Psychology
Holography
Metaphysics
Philosophy

Hobbies

Photography
Painting
Composing Music
Writing
Hiking & Nature Walks
Traveling
Design Prototyping
Home Renovation Projects
Reading Philosophy & Science
Travel Photography
Building Models & Miniatures
Drawing & Sketching

Social Media Platforms

TikTok
Pinterest
Instagram
Threads
Facebook
LinkedIn