Marshall Dean
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About
An Industrial designer with an engineering background, living between the left and right brain, I find my passion for product design centering around user experience, FUNction, and materials application. I want to create products that capture your eye and put a smile on your face; living by your side, performing flawlessly.
The approach to a design includes observing market trends and user habits, then creatively applying analysis to re-think problems, products, and processes. My focus is to create positively engaging design through empathy, end user research, aesthetic development, and attention to detail. With a diverse design and build skill set, sharp learning ability, and eagerness for growth, I add a unique contribution to any team.
Specialties: Design Research, Concept Development, Rapid Prototyping (FDM, CNC), Computer Modeling CAD, SolidWorks, Physical Model Making, Graphic Design, Sketching, Rendering, Animation, Human Factors, Packaging Layout -
Education
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Bachelors of Science Industrial DesignAppalachian State University2009 - 2011Graduated Cum Laude, Exhibited at ICFF 2010, Exhibited at High Point Furniture Market Spring 2011, 3rd Place GroovyStuff Design contest, "Tumbleweed" production furniture piece
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Associates of Science EngineeringGeorgia Perimeter College2006 - 2008
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EngineeringMercer University2004 - 2005
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Experience
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Industrial Designer - Human FactorsAlpharetta, GAMar 2018 - Present (3 years 6 months)
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Jr Industrial DesignerBeverly, MANov 2013 - Present (7 years 10 months)- Providing creative consultation and support as part of multi-disciplinary teams established to tackle the unique challenges of new product development from napkin sketch to manufacture.
- Development includes various surgical tools, medical devices, laboratory equipment, defense accessories, and consumer appliances.
- Experience includes human factors research, user research & interview, concept development, Sketchbook Pro, SolidWorks & Rhino CAD, Keyshot rendering & animation, Adobe CS, UI design, rapid prototyping (FDM/3D printing), prototype testing, cohesive brand expansion, vendor sourcing, client relations, presentation building, analysis and reporting, video editing, and bowling captain. -
Industrial DesignerMesa Home ProductsNov 2012 - Oct 2013 (11 months)- Working in alignment with salespeople and a design team to create innovative and functional home goods with a focus on entertainment - kitchen, bath, outdoor, organization.
- Developed concepts include caddies, pantryware, decor, serving, seasonal, and outdoor items created from iron wire, ceramics, and wood.
- Regular tasks include product research, photography and editing, ideation, sketching, Rhino CAD modeling, preparing schematics, project sampling, quality control, and daily dialogue with factories. -
Industrial Design Consultantbubba brands, incDec 2011 - Oct 2012 (10 months)- Worked directly with marketing and engineering to develop new active leisure product concepts for existing and emerging drinkware product lines in accordance with brand's design language.
- Developed multiple new bottle concepts, a water filtration device, and improved existing products.
- Tasks included product and market research, photo and video editing, ideation, sketching, preparing presentation material and models, SolidWorks, rapid prototyping, and KeyShot renderings. -
Industrial Design Internbubba brands, incAug 2011 - Oct 2011 (2 months)- Worked directly with marketing and engineering to develop new active leisure product concepts for existing and emerging drinkware product lines in accordance with brand's design language.
- Developed ergonomic lid for the Hero bottle and Edge water bottle concepts.
- Tasks included product and market research, ideation, sketching, SolidWorks CAD modeling, and KeyShot rendering. -
Student DesignerGroovystuffAug 2010 - Dec 2010 (4 months)- Developed the "Tumbleweed" end table, an eco-friendly "modern rustic" furniture concept from reclaimed teak
- Won 3rd place in the Groovystuff student design competition at the High Point Market 2010
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Student DesignerIrwin Industrial ToolsJan 2010 - May 2010 (4 months)- Redesigned the iconic VISE-GRIP tool for use as a demolition tool
- Utilized quality research, purposeful design, while cooperating with senior designers, engineers, and marketing staff
- Development via end user and field study, sketching, brainstorming, 3D CAD modeling, and foam form studies, and rapid prototyping
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Awards
Finalist, Pfister Faucest Design Challenge, 2015
Production with bubba brands inc
Exhibitor with Groovystuff at 2011 High Point Market
3rd Place Groovystuff Dick Idol Design Contest, "Tumbleweed" collection
ICFF Exhibitor, "Junction", 2010 -
Affiliations
IDSA, Phi Delta Theta
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@md-id, member since 2010
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