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About
I'm an experienced industrial designer and graphic designer. I've worked at design agencies, startups, and in-house design departments. I recently completed a Master’s Degree of Industrial Design from Georgia Tech; combining my passions for graphic and product design, fabrication, and problem solving.
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Education
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M.S. Industrial DesignGeorgia Institute of Technology2017 - 2020I worked on design projects focusing on user centered design, model fabrication, CAD modeling, Interface Prototyping, and problem solving through various research methods. I spend much of my research unpacking issues that people with type 1 diabetes face while living with insulin pumps.
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BFA Media Production ArtsIndiana University2001 - 2006My studies focused on using broadcast production equipment in a studio environment, audio production, and primarily interactive design.
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Experience
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Industrial DesignerAtlanta, GANov 2021 - Present (3 years)Designing tech accessories and mobile phone cases and under Pelican brand.
Designing and developing CMF themes for case-mate’s FUEL electronics charging products. -
Graduate Research AssistantGeorgia Institute of TechnologyAtlanta, GAAug 2018 - Jul 2020 (1 year 11 months)• College of Architecture fabrication shop: advised students on the fabrication process, working with industrial grade 3D printers, and giving instruction with the use of various tools and equipment.
• Center for Teaching and Learning: video editor, animator, and designer. Edited instructional videos, designed and animated title screens, and organized digital learning modules to be deployed across Georgia Tech campus. -
Senior Visual DesignerAtlanta, GAMar 2010 - Aug 2017 (7 years 5 months)• Voted Creative Employee of the year in my first year of employment.
• Learned to work with DSLR cameras, Adobe Premier and After effects. Used these tools to create video content for clients UPS, Coca Cola, Verizon Wireless, AFC, and Moxie.
• Promoted to Senior Designer in 2015.
• Participated in pitch work for Chili’s Restaurant, Caesar’s Palace, Coke, Droid, Cartoon Network, and Scion.
• Designed websites, apps, online ad campaigns, print signage, social media content, and video content for internationally recognized brands. -
Freelance Interactive DesignerFreelanceAtlanta, GAJul 2007 - Jul 2010 (3 years)• Performed contract work for digital agencies Moxie, IQ interactive, and Kaneva.
• Designed email marketing content for car dealership marketing company, Autobase.
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Antique Furniture RestorationColfax, INJun 2000 - Aug 2007 (7 years 2 months)• Assisted the business owner in restoring fine antique furniture.
• During summers of 2002 and 2003, supervised small work crew in contract with DePauw University to restore and deliver fire damaged dormitory furniture.
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Skills
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Elsewhere on the Web
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