As a gifted diverse designer, Ryan’s passion for the power of a creative idea is infectious. He leads the charge to find innovative solutions to any challenge by cultivating an environment around him that challenges him to produce his best. He is dedicated to produce quality work, outstanding achievements, multi-disciplinary design solutions and a lifestyle revolving around design. __________________________________________
Ryan N. Scholtes
2215 Court Place
Denver, Colorado 80205
(303) 358-4265
rs1design@yahoo.com
O b j e c t i v e:
An entry-level industrial design position with interests in product design that has growth potential opportunities. Will use the skills obtained
through my experience to benefit my future employer.
E d u c a t i o n:
School One:
Art Institute of Colorado, Denver, Colorado Bachelor of Arts, Industrial Design Tech
Graduated: June 2006
G.P.A. 3.90
School Two:
St.Cloud State University, St.Cloud,Minnesota
Years attended: 1999-2001
Major: Fine Art
Minor: Graphic Design
Degree: Industrial Design BA
Minor: Graphic Design
Related course work:
Model Making, Computer Applications-Design, Computer Graphics, Concept Drawing, Computer-Aided Modeling, Soft-Goods Design, Computer-Aided Rendering, Advanced Product Design, Principles of Mechanical Engineering, Lighting Design and Electrical App., Furniture Design for IDT, Advanced Industrial Rendering, Package Design, Exhibition Design, and Graphic Design.
S k i l l s / A b i l i t i e s:
Industrial Design: Product Design, Interior Design, Architecture,
Furniture Design, 3D modeling, Animation, Graphic Design.
Diverse Designer
Developed and implemented new ideas, from ideation, human factors, prototyping, and the final design. Fast ideation concepting: Sketches and marker renderings. Rapid prototyping and computer aided modeling Computer knowledge and skills: Auto CAD, 3D Max, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Design Premium CS3, Solid Works, Sketch Up, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Power Point.
Machine knowledge:
Working with multiple power equipment, tooling equipment, 3D printer, laser cutter, water jet cutting, vacuum forming, injection molding, welding, ect.
Furniture and Lighting:
Building and constructing modern and contemporary furniture.
Designer lighting and furniture sets.
Graduation Project, focusing on furniture design.
C o m m u n i c a t i o n:
Working with others on group assignments.
Networking and communicating through e-mail with out of state clients.
Freelance and contract work
Example: Burton Snowboards
Billabong
Denver International Airport
Kwik Tek
Life Remembrance (LR Design)
A w a r d s:
Multiple perfect attendance awards
Multiple Cumulative GPA awards (3.90)
Receiving honorable mentions awards for showcasing and displaying my unique and complete designs.
Receiving a first place awards for product design.
Receiving an Award of Excellence for my Graduating Portfolio
E x p e r i e n c e:
Assembly and packaging, Acrylic Design Associates
Maple Grove, Minnesota (June: 1999-2001)
Building fine furniture: Newell Design
Denver, Colorado (Oct-Dec. 2005)
Custom Furniture Design: Avis Upholstery
Denver, Colorado (Jan-June. 2006)
Exhibit Design and Interior Design: Proctor Productions
Multi-Disciplinary Design Team
Denver, Colorado (Oct. 2006 - Aug 07)
Water Sport Products: Kwik Tek Inc.
Graphic and Product Design
Golden, Colorado (Sept. 2007 - Dec. 2007)
Landscape / Architecture: CPRA Studio
Industrial and Graphic Designer (2D and 3D Graphics)
Littleton, Colorado ( Jan. 2008 - Oct. 2009)
*Portfolio is available upon request*
Denver, CO
Art Institutes International
Art Institute of Colorado
Refer to : Resume.