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Adam Horbinski

San Francisco, CA

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I’m a product designer who specializes in concept

development, from sketch ideation through physical

prototype. My passion for solving real world problems

and background in Sociology drives my human centered

approach to design. I create meaningful experiences by

reimagining the way people connect with product, and

believe the most successful solutions are discovered when

listening to people, answering to business, and leveraging

technology. My hands-on, think-through-making approach

helps me discover appropriate, practical solutions.
Education
- B.F.A Product Design
  
  University of Oregon
  
  2014
- B.A Sociology
  
  University of Oregon
  
  2006
Experience
- Design Engineer
  
  d.light
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CA
  
  Oct 2014 - Present (11 years 9 months)
  
  * Designed solar powered home systems for the developing world from exploratory concept to locked design * Developed prototypes with DFMA in mind and compiled costing estimates for material and manufacturing analysis * Collaborated with a team of mechanical and packaging engineers in Shenzhen, China * Conducted indepth field research in India and Kenya, validating core concepts and exploring new product opportunities
- Industrial Design Intern
  
  Yakima
  
  BEAVERTON, OR
  
  2014 - 2014
  
  * Overhauled an existing Yakima product to resolve Intellectual Property concerns Coordinated with Customer Service, and FIT teams to define business objects and design opportunities * Designed an innovative solution that maximized the use of existing components to reduce tooling costs * Introduced a new form factor that resulted in a more secure fit and cheaper material costs
- Industrial Designer
  
  Odd I/O
  
  PORTLAND, OR
  
  2014 - 2014
  
  * Established design direction for a local startup company that is making educational toys for kids * Tested initial prototypes with users and interpreted feedback into actionable design solutions * Worked with an engineer to account for internal components and generated models for rapid prototyping
- Graphic/Web Designer
  
  EMU Marketing
  
  EUGENE, OR
  
  2013 - 2013
  
  * Clarified client objectives and identified appropriate design solutions for both print and digital applications * Consulted with clients to establish an effective marketing strategy * Conducted user testing and translated results into actionable items for web design
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IDSA
Skills
- Industrial Design
- Product Design
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Adam Horbinski

Brand Design Lead

Associate Industrial Designer