Ulten Quinlivan-Hopkins
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About
I'm Ulten, an Industrial Designer based in Toronto, passionate about sculpting solutions and breathing life into new ideas.
My journey has been shaped by diverse experiences, from navigating the complexities of consulting engineering to the nuanced world of contract furniture design and manufacturing.
My experience has honed my skills in creating, problem-solving, and shaping products using a blend of pen strokes, digital precision, and hands-on finesse.
For me, design serves as a conduit for impact – a unique power to shape lives, experiences, and the environment through thoughtful choices and innovative solutions.
I believe that design should embody simplicity, intuitive functionality, and crucially, be seamlessly translatable into manufacturing. My process is rooted in being thorough, exploring and executing every phase of design with focus and precision.
Above all, design is all about learning and evolution. Every project is an opportunity to gain insights and get better every day. -
Education
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Bachelor's degree Industrial and Product DesignHumber College2009 - 2013
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Tool and DieGeorge Brown College2005 - 2007
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Experience
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Designer/OwnerToronto, ONApr 2012 - Present (14 years 3 months)
Freelance design and consulting in a variety of sectors
• Offering consulting and freelance services for industrial design, personal and business branding, logo design, stationery, print and apparel across diverse industries. -
Industrial Design ManagerFoodfightToronto, ONJan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)Foodfight is a design studio for kitchenware in the TV & online retail space.
• Drove design and innovation initiatives for globally recognized brands like Curtis Stone & Good Housekeeping, ensuring products were feature-rich, functional, and aligned with brand identities.
• Executed successful product launches on HSN, QVC, and TSC, achieving over $5 million in sales to date.
• Conceptualized and developed new product lines, driving revenue growth through strategic upsells and customer-centric designs.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure seamless product presentation and story alignment for television sales.
• Managed a direct report, providing mentorship, guidance, and leadership in achieving departmental goals and objectives. Implemented product testing and feedback loops for continuous improvement, contributing to the success of strategic upsells and overall sales growth. -
Senior Industrial DesignerVaughan, ONFeb 2016 - Sep 2021 (5 years 7 months)Egan Visual - Designs and manufactures high-end visual communication products.
• Advanced from Industrial Designer to Head of New Product Design, overseeing annual design updates for Egan's product line and Neocon showroom.
• Established streamlined design processes and strategies to address market needs and solve problems.
• Utilized sketching, CAD modeling, 3D printing, and manufacturing expertise to bring over 10 successful products to market, including the modernized Architrave markerboard.
• Managed a team of 5, fostering a collaborative environment to enhance creativity and productivity.
• Led end-to-end new product launches, collaborating cross-functionally and ensuring project documentation and time tracking for SR&ED eligibility. -
Industrial DesignerGlobal ContractNov 2013 - Feb 2016 (2 years 3 months)Creating & developing furniture systems, panels, accessories and seating from concept to production in accordance with existing & new product lines. Responsible for technical drawings, creating/testing prototypes, drawing management and installation manuals.
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Junior Mechanical DesignerLycopodiumMay 2012 - Sep 2013 (1 year 4 months)
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Awards
1st Place - ABC Industrial Design Competition -Nov 2012 - ABC Group
People's Choice Award - INSITU Industrial Design Chair Competition - Apr 2010 - Humber College
Bronze Medal - CAM Competition - Apr 2007 - Skills Ontario -
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On Coroflot@qhdesign, member since 2013
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