Resumé

Human Being Inspired:
I am an extremely personable and friendly individual with the ambition and drive to succeed. I am communicative and logical, and I love to work in groups. I seek to find an opportunity to continue my work in a professional environment. I want to expand my knowledge and enhance my understanding of the various disciplines of design and marketing. I would like to work in a creative environment that is eclectic in style and design, and open to fresh, new ideas.

Education:
BS in Industrial Design with a Minor in Marketing. California State University Long Beach

Skills and Program Knowledge:
Exceptional sketching and ideation process, innovative brainstorming, and compelling group involvement. Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and InDesign, Autodesk Alias and 3D Studio Max + VRay, IronCAD, SolidWorks, Rhinoceros, Microsoft Office Powerpoint, Excel, and Word.

Organizations and Recognition:
• Industrial Design Society of America
• Design Student Association Treasurer and Acting President,
• California State University Long Beach 2007-2008
• Chosen to represent the graduating class of 2008 in the Department of Industrial Design

Employment History:
• January 2009 – Currently
Human Being Inspired
Owner and Lead Artist
Long Beach, CA 90815 (530) 906-7398
A trademarked brand for custom clothing, accessory, and multi-media art. Generally specializing in custom work for individuals, HBI can also be seen in larger venues such as nightclubs and retail stores, as well as being used by numerous stylists for photoshoots around the Los Angeles region.

• June 2009 – Currently
Sourcing International
Freelance Packaging, Product, and Graphic Designer
Long Beach, CA 90815 (562) 498-6140
Aiming to release a new product, Sourcing Intl. took me on to design the packaging and graphics for their upcoming launch. I also had the chance to work on novelty candles and do the graphic work on another new product being pitched to a big name arts & crafts chain.

• May 2009 – Currently
Catalyst Strategic Design
Freelance Industrial Designer
Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 592-2888
Assisted in the design and technical packaging for a variety of shoes including Basketball, Running, Tennis, and Fashion shoes.


• October 2008 - November 2008
Rock & Republic
Freelance Industrial Designer - Accessories Division
Culver City, CA 90232 (310) 839-3330
I have actively assisted in designing shoes, belt buckles, and other accessories for Fall 2009. I am also involved in producing technical packages for manufacturing.

• August 2007 - August 2008
George P. Johnson Company
Creative Intern and Freelance 3D Designer
Torrance, CA 90504 (310) 965-4300
I assisted in projects ranging from small security devices to full exhibition layouts including furniture, interactives, and computer modeling and renderings for various automotive and product brands.

• October 2004 – June 2006
Sunglass Hut International
Assistant Manager and Sales Associate
Belmont Shore, CA 90803
I was the number one Sales Associate in the Los Angeles Region, and was promoted to Assistant Manager after only three months of work.


References:

• Geoff Mye, Creative Director, George P. Johnson Company
(310) 965-4300
• Aaron Miller, Senior Project Manager, George P. Johnson Company
(310) 965-4300
• Zobelle Millinar, Manager, Sunglass Hut International
(562) 212-2242
• Allison Ohanian, Assistant to the Director of Governmental Affairs
Cal State Univeristy Long Beach, allison.ohanian@gmail.com
• David Teubner, Professor of Industrial Design
Cal State University Long Beach, tooby@csulb.edu

Projects by Human Being Inspired

HumanBeingInspired Sweatshirts
16 Files

HumanBeingInspired Shirts
19 Files

HumanBeingInspired Footwear
14 Files

HumanBeingInspired Accessories
12 Files

HumanBeingInspired BodyArt
17 Files

HumanBeingInspired Dresses
5 Files

HumanBeingInspired Tattoos
6 Files

Custom Work at Adidas Costa Mesa
11 Files

Human Being Inspired for RE4CT
7 Files