Workflow and Site Modeling - Autodesk Revit Architecture 2015 Essentials - page 301

Modeler

The role of the modeler is to create all the 2D and especially the 3D content
needed in the project. This content includes all the parametric families for ele-
ments such as windows, doors, casework, wall types, stairs, railings, and fur-
nishings. Typically, this role is the responsibility of less experienced staff who
might not be able to fulfill the role of architect. These less experienced positions
tend to have longer periods of undisturbed time, making them better suited to
deal with some of the longer, more involved tasks in modeling content. Finally,
they also tend to have some 3D experience coming out of school. They might
not have worked with Revit Architecture directly but possibly with Autodesk ®
3ds Max ® or Trimble SketchUp and are thereby familiar with working in a 3D
environment. Tasks for this role include the following:

▶ Exchanging any generic elements used during early design stages for
more specific building elements

▶ Creating and adding new family components and modifying existing
components in the project

▶ Regularly reviewing and eliminating project warnings

Drafter

The role of the drafter is to create sheets and views and embellish those views
with annotations or other 2D content. This role will be doing the bulk of the
work needed to document the project. In earlier stages of the project, this role is
typically assumed by either the architect or the modeler, but as documentation
gets moving into high gear, it can quickly become the role of multiple people on
a larger project. Tasks for this role include the following:

▶ Keynoting

▶ Dimensioning

▶ Setting up sheets and views

▶ Creating schedules

For a staffing-planning purpose, we are discussing the ideal times to bring in
some of these various roles into the project. At the inception of a project design,
a modeling role will be of the best use. This person can help create the building
form, add conceptual content, and get the massing for the building established.
If you're using the conceptual modeling tools, the modeler can even do some
early sustainable design calculations.