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Industrial Designer
Mar. 2023 - Feb. 2024
• Design and develop innovative gaming peripherals, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and customer needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shepherd products from concept to production, utilizing sketches, renderings, and 3D models for prototyping and validation.
• Conduct user research, staying abreast of industry trends and advancements to create manufacturable, regulatory-compliant, and cost-effective designs at Glorious.Industrial Design Consultant
• Conduct user research and lead concept development, employing design thinking and prototyping to drive intuitive product designs and market success at FormX.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, manufacturing specialists, and marketers to ensure seamless product implementation, while contributing to branding, intellectual property strategy, and visual identity.May 2023 - Oct. 2023
Industrial Designer
• Lead ideation and conceptualization efforts, generating market-aligned product designs through brainstorming sessions.
• Drive product development lifecycle, from sketching and modeling to material selection, prototyping, and user experience optimization, ensuring alignment with brand values and user needs at UAG.Apr. 2021 - Dec.2022
Industrial Designer
• Spearheaded concept development and design creation for out-of-home marketing campaigns and exhibit designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams and clients such as Range Rover, Nike, Puma, and Freeform.
• Managed project lifecycle, from material selection and testing to fabrication coordination and installation, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints while maintaining design integrity and meeting performance standards.Oct. 2019 - Apr. 2020
Industrial Designer
• Collaborate closely with clients to generate creative concepts aligned with market trends and design standards, leveraging strong visualization skills and expertise in materials and production processes.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to ensure manufacturability within budget and timeline
constraints, while supporting marketing efforts through renderings, animations, and prototypes for clients including HexHead Design, Thule, Lockheed Martin, Brew Bike, and Turin Bicycles.Aug. 2016 - Sep. 2019
B.S. Industrial Design
• Conceptualized and executed an award-winning International Student Project, demonstrating leadership and teamwork skills while delivering exceptional results.
• Led a group project focused on designing a holistic and cost-effective rain barrel, garnering local media attention for its customizability and adaptability2015 - 2018
Formula SAE
• Participated in the Formula SAE competition for three consecutive years, contributing to the design, fabrication, and racing of three distinct Formula-style race cars as part of a collaborative team effort.
• Led multidisciplinary teams in conceptualizing, engineering, and optimizing vehicle designs, leveraging software proficiency and hands-on manufacturing skills to ensure safety, performance, and compliance with competition regulations.2011 - 2013
A.A. Fine Art
• Earned an AA degree in Fine Art from FRCC, immersing in a diverse curriculum including college-level Ceramics 1, 2, and 3, advancing skills in clay manipulation and three-dimensional form creation, alongside advanced courses in jewelry-making and 3D design, expanding artistic repertoire and fostering creativity.
• Balanced artistic pursuits with general education requirements, fostering critical thinking and communication skills, while actively building a comprehensive portfolio, engaging in collaborative projects, critiques, and mentorship, shaping a versatile and growth-oriented artistic journey.2013 - 2015