John Ficker

Manufacturer of Military and Law Enforcement tactical nylon equipment located in Gainesville, Georgia. Full-time R&D Design Engineer from Designed and constructed next generation tactical soft goods products. Created concept sketches during client meetings, drafted patterns, sewed and proofed prototypes, created BOMs. Other responsibilities included production management, final inspection and pack-out, shipping, training sewing staff, and product photography and photo manipulation for website and flyers. Edge Product Development Product development design consultancy located in

Worked on a variety of projects in the Consumer, and Defense fields. Tasks included research and analysis of Human Factors, conceptualizing new product designs, creation of inspiration and competitor product boards, construction of sketch models and soft goods prototypes. Primary focus was design and development of future military body armor systems. Responsible for pattern development and construction of vest prototypes for evaluation by Air Force Special Forces. Frontgate Catalogue Corporate headquarters located in

design trends blended with classical styles. Compiled reference images of existing furnishings performed 2D exploration of design concepts collaborated closely with merchandising department and utilized adobe creative suite for product graphics. World headquarters located

Created exciting new toy products for the boys ages 5-10 and 12-16 years designed presentation boards sketched product direction concepts assigned color and mold finish specifications action figure product lines produced quick study models in shop drafted line art and compiled image reference for sculptors. Worked with numerous major copyrighted properties including Star Wars Spiderman, Tiger Electronics, Toy Story, Nerf, and Super Soaker. Fisher-Price Toys, Inc Main offices located in

Winton Woods facility located Safety Technician later promoted to assistant Ranger Fleet Manager. Provided attentive, knowledgeable service to park visitors, assisted in maintaining a fleet of vehicles comprised of police cruisers, patrol boats, administrative vehicles, and associated equipment. Performed routine maintenance and diagnostic, electrical system repairs, engine service, minor body work, car detailing, vehicle graphics application and removal, and safety equipment installation and removal.