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Seeking Challenging Career in Product Design/Illustration

Bradley Tierney

Bettendorf, IA
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    Graduated from Iowa State University with a Master of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies: coursework from three areas of study consisting of Art/Design, Marketing and Industrial Technology. Research/course work culminated in written thesis, relating to elements of each discipline. THESIS TITLE: "The Role of the Bicycle in the Development of Early American Streamlining."



    Currently seeking employment in the areas of Product/Industrial Design/Development and Illustration.

  • Education
    • Master of Arts -Industrial Design
      Iowa State University - College of Design
      2000 - 2005
      Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies: Program of Study -Art/Design, Marketing & Industrial Technology. Undergraduate & Graduate coursework / research culminating in a research-oriented thesis exploring the definition and categorization of products of the streamline era in product design. Research defined a product link which introduced functional streamlining used in major modes of transportation to the application of such design to smaller, static products as pure form expressiveness.
    • Bachelor of Arts -Art / Design
      University of Northern Iowa
      1994 - 1997
      Graphic Design / Drawing / Painting / Illustration
    • Associate of Arts -General Education
      North Iowa Area Community College
      1991 - 1993
      General Education coursework, with emphasis in Studio Arts / Design
  • Experience
    • Industrial Designer / Product Stylist
      Polo Custom Products - MC Industries
      Monticello, IA
      Mar 2009 - Mar 2012 (3 years)
      Perform assignments for development of new product concepts and solutions and supporting existing product enhancements as required. Development of new products including creating aspects of form, fit, function, aesthetics, physical and psychological interfaces as defined by the project scope. Create the documentation necessary to convey all possible design solutions and associated ideal manufacturing processes to management and customers through conceptual sketches, computer renderings, models, mechanical drawings and written/oral presentations. Determines materials, construction, basic mechanisms, shape, color, surface finish and general manufacturing processes. Perform within a design team in cooperation with Sales, Manufacturing and Quality Assurance Departments typically involved in the New Product Development process. Supports internal design technicians, engineers, estimators, salespeople and external contract resources as required as well as project team, marketing, manufacturing, quality control, purchasing, suppliers and customers to meet project objectives.
    • Art Director, Lead Designer
      Imprinted Sportswear, LLC.
      Iowa City, IA
      Dec 2006 - Mar 2009 (2 years 3 months)
      Coordinate art department services (design, material selection, processes), assist in all aspects of screen-printing and custom embroidery.
    • Printing and Bindery Assistant / Delivery
      Iowa State University Printing Services
      Ames, IA
      May 2002 - Aug 2006 (4 years 3 months)
      Printing and Bindery Assistant / Delivery of printed material to all departments on campus.
    • Graphic Designer / Illustrator
      ERTL Toy Company
      Dyersville, IA
      Jun 1997 - Jan 2000 (2 years 7 months)
      Illustration of new product concepts through sketching and rendering, for advertising, product packaging, etc. Graphic design, decoration and packaging layout for a variety of product lines, communicating and coordinating projects with printers/vendors for outsourced services. Responsible for licensing accounts including Disney, Hershey, Budweiser and Coca-Cola.
  • Awards

    Graduate thesis entered in the IDSA, IDEA 2007 Awards Competition

    Recipient of the NIACC Art Foundation Scholarship

    Award winner of National Art/Design Contest, Elvis Presley Enterprises, Memphis, TN

    Recipient of Charles City Arts Council College Scholarship, Charles City, IA.

  • Industries
    • Bicycle
    • Entertainment
    • Footwear
    • Toys & Games
    • Medical & Scientific Equipment
  • Skills
    • Art Direction
    • Concept Art
    • Fabrication
    • Toy Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Hand Lettering
    • Ideation
    • Illustration
    • Industrial Design
    • Sketching
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