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Frank Gonzalez Jr.

Miami, FL
frankitodesign.com
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    I was raised in a woodshop surrounded by designers where I built my first table set at the age of 5. It was non-functional but proportionally correct, and for the past 18+ years as an Industrial Designer I've been using the skills I've learned in that woodshop for quick problem solutions. Naturally curious as a child, I would find myself taking apart anything before actually using it, just to see how it works, making me a natural engineer. So it isn't too far fetched to say that I know a lot about everything, but most importantly, I love to build with my hands.

    Industrial Designer for 18+ Years, Fabricator, Adroit Designer, Detailed Construction Innovator, Creative Problem Solver, Communications Leader, Cost-Conscious, Solution-Focused, Innovation Seeking, Self-Management

    Design and engineering experience in carpentry, soft goods, lighting, plastics, ceramics, metals, print and electronics. Enjoy model making prototypes to full functioning parts to help sell designs. Looking for opportunities where my traditional skills and technology expertise can be utilized to help bring a client's vision to life.

  • Education
    • Bachelor of Fine Arts Product Design
      College for Creative Studies
      1999 - 2002
  • Experience
    • Director, Industrial Design and Development
      Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting
      Jul 2019 - Present (3 years 8 months)
      As the Director, Industrial Design and Development, my role is to take approved concept designs and develop them into a manufacturable solution.

      • Direct R&D of new lighting product lines and special projects for Residential, Hospitality, and Commercial industries
      • Take design brief, consumer insights, strategic foundations and translate them into a manufacturable design
      • Partner with and leverage the Strategy, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to develop holistic processes and procedures that drive innovation, lower cost, and increasing revenue
      • Challenge project expectations, reframe the initial problem and scrutinize project assumptions while showing sensitivity to design
      • Continually improving design approaches, tools and methodologies to optimize utilization of resources and increase project profitability
      • Verbally convey ideas and design concepts to internal team members and clients, articulating and defending rationale behind the development changes
      • Research, develop and implement innovative lighting technologies
    • Global Team Leader - Creative and Engineering
      Y-Not Design and Manufacturing
      Miami, FL
      Nov 2017 - Feb 2019 (1 year 3 months)
      Custom product development in brand promotional goods. Sales: 15M, Staff: 35. Managed: 10.

      Creative Team Leader, Oversee creative, design strategy, & product development.

      • Hired, managed & mentored global team of 10, created organization replaced previous Director, hired a project Coordinator, Art Director, Graphic Designers, Industrial Designer & Engineers.
      • Increased Creative Department productivity by 42% by implementing Lean Management, launched Planview LeanKit software, shaped Creative Department as Executive Team member.
      • Trained & followed EOS Traction, identified inefficiencies, developed processes & implementing procedures.
      • Laid the ground work & significant investment to R&D department, purchased & maintained Formlabs Form 2 3D printer plus 3D scanner.
    • Operations Manager & Process Engineer for Glass Production
      Fine Art Lamps
      Miami Lakes, FL
      Jul 2016 - Oct 2017 (1 year 3 months)
      Strategically plan, develop, and streamline manufacturing processes to ensure a safe and productive environment for the largest glass furnace studio on the east coast.

      • Prioritize and assign projects to designated production areas.
      • Ensure deadlines are met.
      • Identify inefficiencies and offer cost effective improvements.
      • Create jigs and conduct time studies for product engineering.
    • INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER
      Fine Art Lamps
      Miami, FL
      Nov 2015 - Jul 2016 (8 months)
      Work with Research and Development in creating, planning and developing prototypes for aesthetic and engineering evaluation.
      • Analyze designs to identify the components for prototype development.
      • Coordinate with Engineering, Glass, Metal, and Resin departments to develop components for each collection.
      • Construct an internal system to visually chart the progress of multiple collections in development.
      • Research new technology in lighting, and build test environments for preliminary assessments for further engineering examination.
      • Daily visits to the Metal, Glass, and Resin manufacturing floor to determine the progress of components as well as aid in the development.
    • DESIGN DIRECTOR
      Forward Industries
      West Palm Beach, FL
      Jan 2008 - Apr 2015 (7 years 3 months)
      Managed all areas of design including strategy, concept development, refinement and execution in a fast paced environment with evolving priorities. Constantly adapting designs to meet target price expectations and manufacturing requirements.

      • Successfully managed 400+ projects by meeting with sales team and clients to determine design expectations and deadlines.
      • Traveled the US, UK, Germany, Switzerland, and China to personally manage client relations during projects as required.
      • Directed design staff by delegating responsibilities and providing guidance, coordination and feedback to designers to ensure achievement of goals.
      • Increased productivity by implementing systematized procedures by developing a comprehensive employee design protocols manual, and established a designer evaluation program.
      • Increased department efficiency by initiating the synchronization of the material libraries in the Hong-Kong and Florida offices to further reduce cost and turnaround times.
      • Maintained company competitive by adopting relevant industry evolving standards and trends.
      • Reinforced corporate branding by standardizing presentation formats.

      Key Projects:
      Diabetes Care User Experience
      Developed in-box carrying solutions and standardized the components for neuropathic users that are now the industry standards in diabetic care. Worked on-site with Marketing, Buyers, and Supply Chain members in the UK.

      Lytro, Inc. Accessories
      Ground floor design collaboration to develop carrying cases and accessories for the first consumer light field camera. Visited textile markets and factory in Asia with client to advise and assist in finalized product line.

      Honeywell
      Developed hand straps and holsters for mobile computers and scanners used globally by companies such as FedEx, UPS, and Target.

      Leica Camera AG
      Collaborated with the Audi Design group in Germany to refine accessories for the Leica-C and Leica-T models.
    • ASSISTANT CARPENTER
      Arbor Crafter's Inc
      Miami, FL
      Jun 1997 - Jan 2010 (12 years 7 months)
      Worked side by side with the lead carpenter to construction and finishes of cabinets as well as went to job installation sites.

      Skills Used
      Cutting sheets (Plywood, Formica, Veneers, Plexiglass) and wood slabs to specification using table saw, miter saw, band saw, and planner.

      Used staple guns, glue gun sprayers, table sanders, belt sanders, lathes, electric screw drivers, jigsaws, and many more pieces of equipment for construction.
    • SENIOR / LEAD DESIGNER
      Forward Industries
      West Palm Beach, FL
      Aug 2005 - Jan 2008 (2 years 5 months)
      Responsible for designing carrying cases, including refinement and execution based on style, function, quality and safety.

      • Developed and managed 160+ high priority projects
      • Supported international sales team with client and project prospecting by creating presentations and attending meetings and trade shows across the country.
      • Met regularly with vendors to discuss trends and expand material library.
      • Mentored and trained all new Junior designers.

      Key Project:
      XM Radio / Pioneer / Samsung portable receiver In-box Case
    • JUNIOR INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER
      Forward Industries
      West Palm Beach, FL
      Nov 2003 - Aug 2005 (1 year 9 months)
      Generated designs to satisfy project criteria by collaborating with senior designer and assisting in presentations.

      • Conducted market research, ergonomic evaluation, sketching, and 3D models.

      Key Project:
      Motorola RAZR V3 In-box Leather Case
    • GRAPHIC DESIGNER
      Rally Manufacturing / Intec Inc.
      Miami, FL
      Apr 2003 - Nov 2003 (7 months)
      Graphic Designer
      Collaborated on graphic design projects, including collateral design, environmental design and retail signage while cultivating client relationships.

      • Designed production graphics for packages, instruction manuals, labels, and ads for video game and automotive accessories.
    • JUNIOR DESIGNER
      Cre8tiv Juice Group
      Miami Beach, FL
      May 2002 - Apr 2003 (11 months)
      Key Project:
      Bacardi / Clevelander Hotel
      Designed the Barcardi Mojito Bar at The Clevelander Hotel in South Beach.
    • MODEL MAKING ASSISTANT
      College for Creative Studies
      Detroit, MI
      Aug 2002 - Dec 2002 (4 months)
      - Maintain all shop equipment in working order.
      - Assist students in learning and using equipment.
      - Provide assistance to the professors during model making class
    • WOOD SHOP ASSISTANT
      College for Creative Studies
      Detroit, MI
      Aug 2000 - Dec 2002 (2 years 4 months)
      - Maintain all shop equipment in working order.
      - Assist students in learning and using equipment.
      - Keeping an inventory of the materials sold in the shop.
      - Provide assistance to the professors during shop class
  • Affiliations

    Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale Industrial Design Program Advisory Committee

    IDSA (The Industrial Designers Society of America)

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    • Commercial Furniture
    • Consumer Electronics
    • Entertainment
    • Lighting
    • Soft Goods
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    • Soft Goods
    • Concept Art
    • Creative Direction
    • Design Management
    • Engineering
    • Fabrication
    • Industrial Design
    • Production Design
    • Prototyping
    • SolidWorks
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