Resumé

Academics : :

Savannah College of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts, 2012
Industrial Design
Sustainable Design
3.9 GPA

University of Mississippi
Bachelor of Arts, 2001
Anthropology
Chemistry


Design Projects and Affiliations : :

Savannah College of Art and Design
Designed and produced recycling bins for campus use in multiple settings
Concept and models showcased at DesignEthos Conference 2012
School has requested production of 13 fully functioning models for Fall 2012

Remington Arms Manufacturer
Project Leader for sponsored project to further brand reach
Lead Presenter to international corporate board of directors
Successful concept considered for international production

Tend
Developed and built unique product and sustainable system of hearing protection devices for special needs children, focusing on Autism and Asperger’s
Created brand identity and strategy for point-of-purchase display

IDSA
Industrial Designers Society of America SCAD Chapter 2011-Present


Awards and Honors : :

Designs Showcased at IDSA Conference 2012
Recycle Bin concept put into production by SCAD
Academic Honors Scholarship
Artistic Portfolio Scholarship
Dean’s List 2009-12
Eagle Scout Award Winner


Design Skill Sets : :

Sustainable Design, Contextual Research, Human Factors and Ergonomics, Emerging Manufacturing Technologies, Sketching and Rendering, Modeling, Carving, Vacuum Forming, Casting, Finishing, Proficient in All Standard Shop Tools, Blacksmithing,
Proficient in Rhino, Alias, Keyshot, Adobe Suite CS5, Microsoft Office


Work Experience : :

Sol Restaurant, Savannah, GA | 2011-Present
Facilitation of customer service while simultaneously excelling at prestigious college in a demanding curriculum.

North Windy Ridge School, Weaverville, NC | 2004-2009
Technology Instructor at a public elementary school

Projects by Mitch Soper