I'm a hands-on industrial designer/manager, specializing in consumer electronics, with a strong track record of launching 70+ mass produced products; many iconic in status, and many with market success. I strive to achieve cohesive look and feel between physical and digital interfaces and innovate products that make sense both rationally and emotionally, making the end user realize what they have wanted all along. I believe this enhances the overall product experience, increase market success, and ultimately, raise the perceived value of the brand as a whole.
- Managing and directing all ID and UIX projects and helping professional growth of each team member
- Years of hands-on design/production experience and leading design projects bring expertise in every step of product development to yield successful products
- Executing the strategic direction of the organization through look and feel of products
- Extensive knowledge of latest CMF technologies and manufacturing processes
- Understanding of color trend, regional/cultural differences in design
- Involving in tooling and part cost negotiations with oversea manufacturers
- Involving in user research and ergonomic studies
- Mastery of 3D modeling (SolidWorks) and photo realistic renderings (Keyshot)
- Generating concepts, hand sketches, mockups, and managing cosmetically indicative prototype processes
- Alias, Maya, Illustrator, Photoshop, Legacy versions of Rhino, AutoCAD, FormZ, Flash
- Strong visual, written, and verbal communication skills
1. Best in Show, NAMM, DJ Gear Category, 2017 - Denon DJ, SC5000 Prime
2. Ultimate DJ Controller of the Year, DJ Tech Award, 2016 - Denon DJ, MCX8000
3. Best of Show, NAMM, Keyboard Category, 2015 - AKAI PRO, ADVANCE Keyboards
4. Best of Show, Musik Messe, MIDI Controller Category, 2014 - AKAI PRO, APC40 MK2
5. Innovation Award, CES, 2012 - ION, Piano Apprentice
6. International Press Award, Musik Messe, MIDI Controller Category, 2012 - AKAI PRO, MPC Studio & Akai Pro, MAX49
7. Edison Award, inMusic, 2010 - Most Creative Employee of the Year
8. Bravo Award, Motorola, 2007 & 2008 - High-Performing Employee
9. Honorable Mention, InventNOW contest, 2004 - Ergonomic Seatbelt and Buckle for the elderly
10. First Place, Design for Safety Student Competition sponsored by IDSA & GNYADA , 1998 - Ergonomic Seatbelt and Buckle for the elderly
11. Joy Levy scholarship, 1998 - Excellent Academic Achievement