Ben Gruen

-Design of flatware, serveware, barware, kitchenware, and cutlery from sketch to finished product.
-Responsible for creation of 2D rendered concepts, 3D files for cnc prototyping, and technical drawings
for all designs.
-Reviewal of manufacturing tooling and production samples as well as communication with factories.
-Daily use and maintenance of Eden 350 Objet 3D printer.
-Work in mixed materials including but not limited to stainless steel, wood, plastic, marble, and cast metals.
-Knowledge of stamping, forging, casting, molding, and routing manufacturing processes and limitations.
-More than a dozen flatware patterns on or entering the market in retailers such as Crate & Barrel, Kohl's,
Bloomingdales, and Target, as well as numerous non-flatware products on the market ranging from Fiesta to
Thristystone brand items.

-Design, illustration, and concept generation of child and pet toys and accessories ranging from dolls
to dog bowls.
-Rapid generation of concepts through photography and image manipulation.
-Graphic design and illustration of infant accessories and pet items including playmats and placemats.
-Creation of presentations for client meetings.
-Produced design specification drawings for factory instruction.