Brad Clary

Design of custom casework for medical, education and office applications
Created and launched an interactive installation package for onsite logistics and installation of casework
Coordinated with design, engineering, and management teams to implement solutions that simplified workflows and communication between departments
Utilizing multiple CAD programs to meet the design needs of architects, engineers and manufacturing

Stryker, Irwin Tools, & Gladiator
Developed concepts for a wide range of medical device components and consumer products
Identified design opportunities through in-depth analysis of research and observation of end-user interaction
Collaborated with design teams and clients to identify the core, unmet needs of the consumer
Communicated pros and cons of possible solutions and offered suggestions for improvement

Packaging Design for John Frieda, Jergens, Curél, Ban, & Bioré
Worked with cross-functional teams to advance design concepts and guide them through to production
Developed structural packaging solutions based on in depth consumer research and creative problem solving
Proposed innovative packaging concepts and design improvements to engineering and marketing teams
Redesigned existing structures to improve ergonomics while maximizing label areas and staying within budget
Created proof of concept prototypes and renderings for marketing and executive approval

Designed automated vending and dispensing solutions for supply chain management
Collaborated with the director of concept development to initiate a strategy emphasizing ease-of-use and consistency of design across all products
Researched and applied human factors into design solutions to enhance the end user’s interaction
Facilitated the development of requirements documentation for new product implementation
Introduced photo-realistic renderings as a solution to eliminate costs associated with photographing production models

Schlage Residential Solutions
Identified market gaps and business opportunities through analysis of competitive research
Proposed design solutions and delivered presentations to senior management
Designed a patented lock status indicator resulting in a 61% sales increase over the previous design
Spearheaded the use of rendering software as a way to reduce costs, lead times, and improve brand consistency
Enhanced new products as part of ongoing projects

Executed strategies to support sales and product launches through promotions, merchandising, direct marketing campaigns, collateral, advertising and trade shows
Worked with internal cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure brand consistency and messaging
Planned and managed the creation and implementation of all branded materials
Assisted in the layout and design of national promotions and advertising campaigns
Awareness Chair for Quality Improvement team