Industrial Designer — Holland, MI
Hello, My name is Christopher Cate, and I am a recent graduate of The Cleveland Institute of Art where I earned my BFA degree in Industrial Design.
Dell Inc. Alienware Design Team, Summer 2011
Worked directly with the Alienware Experience Design Team brainstorming, collaborating, conceptualizing, prototyping, 3D modeling, and developing gaming systems for 2020.
T.M.I. Fuel Cells, Fall 2010-Spring 2011
Collaborated with owner and developer to produce concept design sketches and develop fuel cell use, transportation, and security for the U.S. Armed Forces.
Hasbro, Summer 2010
Worked with designers and engineers in the Advanced Technology and Innovation(ATI) department conceptualizing, and developing ideas while meeting demanding deadlines.
Related Experience:
Diebold ATM, Fall 2011- Spring 2012
Collaborated with design, security, and engineering teams while developing innovative ATM system concepts to enhance the users experience and security.
Fisher-Price Sponsored Project, Spring 2011
Worked with designers producing concepts to expand and reignite the Imaginext toy line.
Cate Landscaping
Managed my own landscaping business of seven years working on a demanding schedule and meeting deadlines while interacting/working with clients and meeting their needs.
Technical Skills:
Adobe Creative suite, Autodesk Alias, Autodesk Sketchbook Pro, Solidworks, and Keyshot.