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Industrial Designer
Ferndale, WA
Jul 2015 - Jun 2024 (8 years 11 months)
Drove the creative vision for Kona's bike designs across all categories. Spearheaded the design and development of carbon fiber and aluminum frames, ensuring a cohesive brand identity and compelling product narrative. Continuously refined product architecture to enhance market appeal and reinforce Kona's leadership in the cycling industry.
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Adjunct Professor
WWU
Bellingham, WA
Aug 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 4 months)
Led ID-120 Color and Form Theory, a studio course that combined lectures with Roweena Reed's form theory exercises to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of color theory, 3D composition, and their practical application in industrial design.
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Creative
Washington, DC
Jun 2014 - Jul 2015 (1 year 1 month)
Multifaceted creative leader specializing in end-to-end product development. Spearheaded concept creation, industrial design, and on-site problem-solving while effectively managing resources and exceeding client expectations.
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Industrial Designer
Agam Group ltd.
Nov 2012 - May 2014 (1 year 6 months)
Drove new product development within the AGAM ecosystem, driving innovation and growth. Led client project design and development, translating complex requirements into successful, market-ready solutions.
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Media Designer and Mechanic
Family Bike Shop
Mar 2010 - May 2012 (2 years 2 months)
Conceptualized and executed a comprehensive video and graphic branding strategy for a local bike shop, resulting in increased visibility and sales. Simultaneously managed day-to-day shop operations, including inventory control, bike repairs, customer service, and sales management.
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Graduate Student - Teaching Intern - Lab Technician
MICA
Baltimore, MD
Mar 2010 - May 2012 (2 years 2 months)
Earned a teaching certification while gaining practical experience assisting with photography, design, and shop instruction. Additionally, served as a digital print lab technician and photo/video equipment specialist, troubleshooting technical issues and providing user support.
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Industrial Design Intern
Rome SDS
Jan 2010 - Jun 2010 (5 months)
Collaborated effectively with the design team, providing comprehensive support through technical tasks, creative input, and material development. Played a pivotal role in the design and launch of the 2012 soft goods line, taking ownership of a significant portion of the collection and ensuring it met brand standards and market expectations.
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General Department technician
CMU Photography Dept
Aug 2008 - May 2009 (9 months)
Supported photography students through hands-on instruction and technical assistance in the darkroom, shooting studio, and digital lab. Additionally, maintained lab equipment, printers, and computers to ensure optimal functionality.
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Design Co-op
LPK
Jun 2008 - Jul 2008 (1 month)
Contributed to product design projects for Evenflo, Ariel, Pampers, and LOX, working effectively with design, copywriting, and other departments to achieve client goals.
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Machine shop technician
CMU Engineering Dept
Aug 2007 - 2008 (1 year)
Optimized the efficiency and resource allocation of the recently combined Chemical Engineering and Materials Science machine shop through the design and implementation of a streamlined organizational system. Additionally, maintained shop equipment and fabricated specialized components for research projects.
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Fashion Designer
CMU Lunar Gala
Nov 2006 - Feb 2007 (3 months)
Led the design, construction, and presentation of 8-look fashion collections at the annual Fashion Show, demonstrating expertise in garment construction and project management. Received CMU SURG funding to support research on eco-friendly materials and techniques.