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Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, 3D Visualization
Dean Van
Portland, OR
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About
Product design is a process of discovery and exploration. It takes the right combination of talent and dedication to design and develop great products. My goal and passion is to be able to create thoughtful, well designed products that have a positive impact on the environment and its users. I find it extremely interesting and fulfilling to be able to make the emotional bridge that connects the user with an object that has value and meaning on multiple levels.
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Education
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Bachelors of Fine Arts Product DesignUniversity of Oregon2009 - 2011
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Experience
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Owner/Product DesignerHappy Valley, ORMay 2013 - Present (13 years 1 month)• Develop and maintain relationships with key partners to reduce product development costs
• Calculated a detailed cost analysis of product developments and business expenses
• Launched an e-commerce website for the sale of new original products made in Oregon
• Proactive forecasting and strategic planning for new product developments -
Project Manager/Lead DesignerFoxy Nails, LLCClackamas, ORDec 2013 - Feb 2014 (2 months)• Successfully coordinated salon renovation within a tight budget and schedule
• Created request for proposals (RFP) for multiple local contractors and subcontractors
• Coordinated and managed a team of 10 employees -
Associate/Freelance DEsignerBeaverton, ORFeb 2012 - May 2013 (1 year 3 months)• Collaborated within a team of six to create a comprehensive seasonal trends analysis
• Designed, developed and curated a collection of 100+ new material patterns -
Project Manager/ Lead DesignerPrim Nails, LLCClackamas, ORJun 2012 - Mar 2013 (9 months)• Managed new commercial space construction project within budget of $300,000
• Conducted market analysis including local and national demographics
• Counseled clients on the selection of all design elements and fixtures
• Designed, analyzed and developed custom salon furniture, signage and decor
• Developed a marketing strategy utilizing both online and physical assets
• Acted as liaison between business owner, contractors, property management, and governmental regulatory agencies to ensure full compliance -
Consultant/SalesRTT USA, IncBeaverton, ORJul 2011 - Feb 2012 (7 months)• Presented and facilitated presentations to potential clients
• Engaged and maintained client relationships through life cycle of the proposals
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@deanvan, member since 2012
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