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Mechanical Designer
Holtwood, PA
Jun 2017 - Present (7 years 5 months)
* Using SolidWorks and Fusion 360 to design mechanical parts and assemblies for industrial, agricultural, and consumer applications.
* Designing for various solid and sheet materials including: steel, aluminum, bronze, and plastics.
* Prototyping parts from initial concepts through to finished products.
* Coordinating with CNC machinists and shop staff, laser and water jet fabricators, part suppliers, and specialty manufacturers to ensure that all parts of complex assemblies are able to work together.
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Exhibit Manager/Graphic Designer
Lancaster, PA
2014 - Jun 2017 (2 years 7 months)
* Produced print and on-screen graphics for exhibits, websites, social media, signage, advertisements, brochures, logos, retail, newsletters, and other mediums.
* Creatively utilized the Museum's brand identity and standards to effectively communicate and generate impact messaging.
* Oversaw the placement, installation, and removal of temporary exhibits.
* Collaborated with museum curators and educators to create and install new exhibits and visitor experiences, utilizing existing collection items and new elements.
* Outlined design and production workflow for multiple projects simultaneously remaining under budget and ahead of deadlines.
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Exhibit Designer
Lancaster, PA
2004 - 2014 (10 years)
* Created interactive exhibits enjoyed by more than 60,000 visitors each year.
* Implemented rotational exhibits to add "replay" value and new experiences for returning visitors.
* Coordinated educational goals of exhibits with the Education Director to meet Pennsylvania Educational Standards.
* Maintained safety and accessibility standards on all exhibits and interactives.
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Freelance Designer and Fabricator
Freelance
Douglassville, PA
2003 - 2004 (1 year)
* Designed and built custom sculptures for store, school, and private interiors.
* Constructed life-size and larger than life size dinosaurs, insects, frogs, penguins, superheroes, and more.
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AutoCAD Draftsman
Reading, PA
1999 - 2003 (4 years)
* Developed construction drawings for custom interiors, millwork, and cabinetry production from architectural drawings and client sketches.
* Researched specified materials and hardware to ensure functional design integration.
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AutoCAD Draftsman
Environ, Inc.
Exton, PA
1998 - 1999 (1 year)
Creating engineering drawings for a variety of parts and assemblies for the petroleum industry.
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Furniture Designer
J. Roth Woodworks
Douglassville, PA
1997 - 1998 (1 year)
* Designing and building a line of children's furniture.
* Assisted in the production of cabinetry and millwork for custom woodwork interiors.