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Ian Gilley

Providence, RI
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    I am a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Industrial Design Degrees as well as studying mechanical engineering at The University of Rhode Island. I also am a holder of two United States patents on work developed for Rhode Gear and Bell Sports. I Have designed and manufactured a line of full suspension mountain bikes, distributed by Performance Bicycle. With 22 years of experience as a senior designer my spirit of invention coupled with the ability to rapidly conceptualize and develop ideas enables the design process to evolve quickly. With an understanding of manufacturing processes and a strong sense of engineering I can respond creatively to the demands of production resulting in profitable innovative solutions.

  • Education
    • Bachelor of Fine Arts/ Bachelor of Industrial Design Industrial Design
      Rhode Island School of Design
      1983 - 1988
    • Engineering Processes Engineering
      University of Rhode Island
      1987 - 1987
  • Experience
    • VP of Product Development
      The Elliott Group
      Jun 1997 - Present (29 years)
      Lead designer overseeing a team of designers, engineers and prototype fabricators.
      Work with sales team to develop innovative solutions to the clients needs.
      Clients include Bose, Samsung, Sony, LG, Polk Audio, Sonos, Tom Tom, Logitech, Valspar, Shimano.
      www.elliottgroup-displays.com
    • Senior Designer/ Production Manager/ Owner
      The Helicopter Factory
      Mar 1995 - Feb 1997 (1 year 11 months)
      Established the Helicopter Factory design studio to develop and manufacture a
      line of full suspension mountain bikes, distributed by Performance Bicycle.

      R.I.S.D Industrial Design Department
    • Senior Designer
      NewBold Design
      Jan 1990 - Aug 1995 (5 years 7 months)
      Senior industrial designer for this award winning company founded by the former vice
      president and co-founder of Rhode Gear. Clients include Rhode Gear, KG Engineering,
      Converse, Bell Sports, Fram, Trek, Lightoleir, Safety First.
    • Teaching Assistant
      Rhode Island School of Design
      Sep 1993 - Dec 1993 (3 months)
      Worked with Dixon Newbold to teach students model making techniques, equipment usage and safety.
      93/94
    • Industrial Designer
      Rhode Gear USA
      Jun 1989 - Jan 1990 (7 months)
      In-house designer for this nationally recognized manufacturer of bicycle accessories.
      Responsible for concept generation, renderings, prototyping and production specs.
  • Awards

    POPAI: Best of Industry

    IDSA: Angel Award

    Honorable Mention:Tool Pod, ID Magazine

    Honorable Mention:Tire Pump, ID Magazine

    Thomas Alva Edison Award:RISD Outstanding Graduating Student

    Innovative Design Award, Whiting and Davis Corp

    Meola Memorial Scholarship

    Boston Globe Golden Key Award

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