Michael Run

Design Engine is a boutique CAD and design educational institution that provides training and consulting services. As a designer and instructor I have handled many duties such as design and engineering consulting, course creation, instructing and sales. The breadth and depth of my experience allows me bridge the gap between design and engineering building a better relationships between team members, while also empowering individuals to achieve their highest outcomes.

I have taught design classes in the Industrial Design program. Classes varied from 10 to 20+ students. Maintained one on one time for all students. Created and designed classes. Improved design comprehension of all students by incorporating objectives and strategies beyond the given college requirements. Introduced students to professional style critiques by inviting colleagues to participate in class reviews. (previously not executed by faculty members)

Beyond Design is a design consultancy in Chicago, Illinoiswho works with a wide range of clients and specializes in design for manufacturing. I participated on many projects for various clients, managing projects from idea to concept and through production. Working closely with teammates and clients in all phases of product design, I also managed design for of one of BD's largest client's for 2 years. Successfully negotiated additional phases of design on multiple projects outside of initial proposals. Analyzed clients' product landscapes and designed solutions utilizing their manufacturing capabilities and opportunity areas. Participated in writing proposals for clients. Was direct contact for multiple clients while managing their design projects. Trained and managed juniors & interns.

Streng Design was a small award winning design consultancy in Garfield Park Chicago. Participated in many design arenas including Industrial, Graphic, User Interface, and Digital Design. Led projects and contacted clients. Was involved throughout the execution of many projects. Concentrated on ID skills like ideation, CAD modeling and rendering. Made user guides for appliances. Used Wacom Cintiq efficiently. Most work was heavily focused towards the home appliance market. Other projects included power tools, weather station, UI animations, UI video recording for synthesis, user guides, flow charts, and client presentations.

Contract designer who participated in many projects for different clients. Led brainstorming and storyboarding. Assisted team of designers n all phases of product development. Projects varied from induction technologies, cleaning solutions, to safety eyewear. Skills utilized: brainstorming, ideation, rendering, Adobe, Painter, CAD, storyboards, user scenarios, and presentation documents.

M3 is a design consultancy located just north of Austin Texas. M3 is a growing consultancy, with specialized teams and personnel. There are 10 designers and about 60 engineers on staff. Participated in the design process of many different products ranging from consumer electronics to medical devices. Assisted designers and engineers on separate and collaborative projects. Skills utilized include brain storming, ideation, sketching, rendering, Adobe, product touch up, story boards, and presentation documents.

David Copperfield is a world-famous magician and entertainer. He has won Emmys, holds many world records, and is an international sensation. David Copperfield acquired private islands located in the Bahamas. He built a design team to redesign the islands structures and environments, as well as design new and upcoming illusions. There was a very small design team, in an extremely creative, fun atmosphere, where imagination was in high demand. Worked in an office of an off-site warehouse as well as backstage of the MGM Grand, participating with David Copperfield on a daily basis. Very fast paced, sometimes stressful and hectic environment, as a result of pressure from live entertainment shows. Was exposed to the backstage side of the entertainment business. Built many solid relationships throughout the entire design staff and crew. Participated in design of illusions and various projects for his islands. Utilized many design skills.

Industrial