Andres Carriazo

Manage multiple clients at a time, and work directly with each of them through various stages of design such as concept sketching, 3D CAD development, and final renders for presentation. Keep communication in-flow to ensure the clients’ vision is met, while also pitching features in which would add further value to their product.  

•Participate in weekly design meetings and critiques.
•Help develop and refine in-house products to fit a large variety of target markets.
•Consistently meet deadlines and achieve milestones.
•Contribute to overall team performance, and assist other designers.

Designed, developed, and launched RC drones, controllers, and accessories. Implemented new technology to expand gaming features. Created licensed RC products for Disney, Lucasfilm Ltd (Star Wars), Marvel Comics, and DC Comics.

•Managed projects from ideation all the way through to production.
•Worked with engineers to assure proper execution of designs.
•Participated in design reviews throughout development process.
•Generated design solutions and presented new product ideas.
•Composed and presented oral presentations to retailers such as: Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Macy’s, and Bed Bath & Beyond.

Improved market potential of smartphone product line by exploring new colors, materials, and finishes. Increased freight quantity by optimizing size and shape of packaging. Enhanced packaging design with photorealistic renderings.

•Collaborated with ODM factories to develop new designs.
•Approved product samples for mass production.
•Worked with a multidisciplinary team across different time zones.
•Prepared tech packs to suppliers and manufacturers.
•Attended the GSMA Mobile World Congress in Shanghai, China.