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I am an industrial designer trained at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit MI. I approach each project as a problem to be solved and enjoy developing innovative solutions through sketching and computer modeling.  I currently live in the Detroit, MI area.

OBJECTIVE: To generate innovative products by merging aesthetic design with functionality. I strive to blend the needs of both the consumer and the producer into a successful product.

EXPERIENCE: Feb. 2005 - Present: Collins & Aikman Lead Industrial Designer - Advanced Design Studio Create sketches, computer models, renderings, exploded views, technical illustrations,diagrams, patentable ideas, and exhibits for the use of product development and company promotion.  Work with engineers to produce advanced concept sketches/models representative of their ideas. Accomplishments: Worked with Engineering staff to develop and lead "Skunkworks" design studio focusing on rapid development of automotive interior concepts. Redesigned Benchmarking Studio presenting current & future technology.  Redesigned, built and manage internal corporate Product Development website. Sept.-December 2004 Collins & Aikman Industrial Designer - Corporate Sponsored Project Worked on a team with University of Michigan Engineers and C&A Engineers to develop two center console concepts: one for near future and one far reaching concept. Accomplishments: Developed winning concept through research, ideation sketching, rendering, mock-ups, computer modeling, and final protoyping. Generations to Come LLC Industrial Designer - Game Piece Development Responsible for developing game pieces and CAD modeling for "Hip Hop Game of Skillz" using Solid Works and Alias. 2003 Arvin Meritor Industrial Designer - Corporate Sponsored Project Worked on a team with University of Michigan Engineers and Arvin Meritor Engineers to develop an SUV open-roof system, over the course of 15 weeks. Accomplishments: Won 1st place by developing winning concept through research, ideation sketching, rendering, mock-ups, and computer modeling.

SKILLS: Sketching, Ideation, Mock-ups, Model making, Rendering Computer Skills (PC and Mac): Rhino/Flamingo, Alias Studio, Adobe CS2, Quark, Microsoft Office.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in Industrial Design - CCS 2 years design experience with Collins & Aikman Superior project management and planning skills Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Excellent decision-making abilities and self-motivation

EDUCATION: 2001-2004: College For Creative Studies - Detroit, MI -BFA Industrial Design 2000-2001: Florissant Valley Community College - St. Louis, MO -Graphic Design & Fine Art

HONORS: Collins & Aikman/SANYO "Automotive Interior Design & Engineering" Center Console Design Competition Winner. $1000 scholarship Arvin Meritor "Visions of the Future" Roof System Design Competition Winner. $2000 scholarship F3 Furniture Design Competition Winner. $500 scholarship CCS Scholarship $14,000 National Honor Society Deans List: Winter '03, Fall '03, Winter '04, Fall '04