About
Highly motivated Industrial Designer with a B.Des (Hons) from OCAD University, specializing in end-to-end product development, from conceptualization and iterative prototyping to advanced fabrication and client delivery. Recognized for a strong foundation in Plastic Manufacturing, Adobe Creative Suite, and Design Research, coupled with a proven ability to translate complex requirements into innovative, functional, and high-quality designs.
Work
Freelance Industrial Designer
|Self-Employed
Toronto, ON, Canada
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Summary
Led end-to-end design and production of custom pieces. Managing client communication, material research, and manufacturer coordination to ensure project feasibility and successful delivery.
Highlights
Translating complex requirements into innovative designs for custom plastic enclosures.
Conducted extensive research on advanced materials and manufacturing techniques, identifying optimal solutions for extreme-temperature applications, which informed robust product design and enhanced performance.
Streamlined production by coordinating with manufacturers to refine methods and validate prototypes, managing fabrication timelines, and compiling detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure project feasibility and cost-efficiency.
OCAD University
|Student Monitor (Plastics Studio & Experimental Fabrication Studio)
Toronto, ON, Canada
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Summary
Supported students and enhanced studio operations within OCAD U's Plastics and Experimental Fabrication Studios, providing technical guidance and ensuring a safe, productive environment for over 100 users.
Highlights
Guided over 50+ students on complex projects, providing expert assistance with shop equipment and machinery, and offering software guidance (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Adobe Creative Suite) to advance their design and prototyping capabilities.
Fabricated a variety of custom parts using advanced mould making, machining, and manufacturing processes, directly contributing to studio improvement projects and enhancing operational efficiency.
Actively maintained a safe and secure studio environment for users by enforcing health and safety procedures and ensuring proper equipment usage.
Chef's Canada
|Assistant Industrial Designer
Toronto, ON, Canada
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Summary
Assisted in comprehensive product development, from conceptualization and iterative prototyping to final fabrication of a platter, ensuring design integrity and manufacturability for Chef's Canada.
Highlights
Collaborated on conceptual development and design refinement, leveraging SolidWorks and Adobe Creative Suite to produce detailed renderings, technical drawings and accelerating design iterations.
Contributed to material selection processes, identifying durable and food-safe materials that improved product longevity and compliance with industry standards.
Provided critical support for fabrication processes, including laser cutting and silicone mould making, ensuring precise assembly of final components.
References
Andrew Atkin
aatkin@ocadu.ca
Alexaner Manu
amanu@ocadu.ca
Orit Zewge-Abubaker
oritza@ocadu.ca
Education
OCAD University
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B.Des (Hons)
Industrial Design
Skills
3D Design
SolidWorks, Fusion 360.
Fabrication
Plastic Fabrication, Wood Fabrication, Mould Making, Machining, Laser Cutting.
Sketching
Ideation, Conceptual Design.
Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
Figma
UI/UX Design, Prototyping.
Design Research
User Research, Market Analysis, Material Research.
Product Development
Prototyping, Technical Drawings, Material Selection, Bill of Materials (BOM).
Client Management
Requirements Gathering, Project Coordination.
Awards
Top 10 Worldwide - Team Canada Platter Design
Awarded By
Bocuse d'Or
Recognized among the top 10 worldwide for exceptional platter design as part of Team Canada in the prestigious Bocuse d'Or culinary competition.
ACIDO Rocket Nominee
Awarded By
ACIDO (Association of Canadian Industrial Designers Ontario)
Nominated for the ACIDO Rocket Award, recognizing outstanding achievement and innovation in industrial design.
Industrial Design Honourable Mention
Awarded By
OCAD University
Received an Honourable Mention from OCAD University's Industrial Design program for developing a Human-Computer Interface for Virtual Reality