experience

Industrial Designer

Legrand, March 2018 - Present, West Hartford CT

Responsible for developing appearance strategies for multi-brand product categories and executing legacy appearance strategies on long lifespan product lines

Conducted surveys and in-person interviews to gain insights on product features, installation requirements, and specification guidelines

Led design projects for multiple business units and managed communication with overseas manufacturers

Created refined 3D models and vector artwork for production

Prototyped physical models and used them for design validation and user testing

Junior Industrial Designer

Legrand, March 2017 - March 2018, West Hartford CT

Supported design team by creating concept sketches, 2D and 3D renderings, and parametric models for engineering handovers and executive presentations

Attended trade shows and visited outside business units to learn manufacturing capabilities and design trends

Recieved X-Rite color training for accurate material, finish, and color analysis

Freelance Industrial Designer

July 2016 - March 2017, Gulf Shores AL

Produced concept sketches, foam core models, and final 3D geometry for the Tupperware Vertical Ventsmart herb storage solution

Worked with a Birmingham based craftsman to produce everyday carry solutions

Industrial Design intern

Tupperware, July 2015 - March 2016, Orlando FL

Collaborated with ID, Marketing, Engineering, and CAD team to develop drinking solutions, produce storage, and product accessories for domestic and global markets.

Produced digital sketches, clay models, 3D printed prototypes, and annotated 3D renderings for concept reviews and engineering handovers

design intern

Advent, December 2014 - April 2015, Nashville TN

Assisted the design team by producing concept renderings and production graphics for corporate and educational branded spaces.