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Industrial Designer
Aaron Levine
San Francisco, CA
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About
I am currently the senior designer at Michael Almodova Design where we design predominately lighting fixtures for the home. We have developed over 1200 designs for our clients and counting. Our collections have been top sellers and featured in our clients' marketing. I am ready to start a new chapter in my career and looking the next exciting challenge. My design experience extends beyond lighting fixtures. Please reach out to discuss any opportunities or just to learn more about me.
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Education
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MFA Industrial DesignCalifornia College of the Arts2014 - 2017I received a MFA in Design with a focus of Industrial Design. Thesis project explored the concept and feasibility of an inflatable bicycle helmet. Hand built prototype performed well on an EN 1078 drop test at only 34% of maximum allowable g-force. The concept allows for unprecedented space saving while pushing protection further due to its shift from stiff materials to flexible ones. While studying, I was a teaching assistant for both History of Design and Design Studio II. I also took on the roll of studio manager responsible organization, safety and upkeep of tools such as 3D printer.
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Sketching Industrial DesignPratt2013 - 2013Continuing education "Advanced Drawing for Product Design".
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B.S Industrial DesignUnion College2006 - 2010Transitioned from Mechanical Engineering to Industrial Design, a self made major combining Engineering with Studio Arts and Environmental Studies. The three perspectives complimented each other, allowing me to have a unique and well grounded view of design and macro views.
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Experience
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Senior Lighting DesignerSan Francisco, CASep 2019 - Present (5 years 10 months)As senior designer, I design predominately lighting fixtures for retailers. I have worked on several hundred lighting designs over four years, many of which are top sellers for their respective retailers. I work directly with factories to maintain the design intent and to be a better informed designer when considering manufacturability.
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Industrial DesignerSan Francisco, CAAug 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year)I was a part time industrial designer for former Whipsaw Senior Designer, Colin Jackson. I was responsible for market research, design iteration, 3D modeling, client presentations and softgoods prototyping for Colin's lifestyle brand, Fraser Kit Co.
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ApprenticeCABEZON DESIGN GROUPBrooklyn, NYAug 2011 - Jun 2014 (2 years 10 months)Fabricator 1 yr * Precision cutting and milling * Tig/Mig welding * Understanding of structures and materials * Understanding of design process and troubleshooting * Finishing work: Patina, mirror polish, stain, etc.
Apprentice Carpenter: 1 yr * High end apartment renovations * Custom installations * Delivery management * Art installations -
Electrical Engineering Research and DevelopmentPrinceton Power SystemsPrinceton, NJ2008 - 2009 (1 year)Aided in assembly of AC/DC power inverters prototypes for military and green initiatives * Conducted functionality test on PCBs * Conducted HALT testing * CAD in Solidworks * Generated fabrication drawings
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