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Head of Creative
Austin, TX
Aug 2017 - Present (8 years 10 months)
+ Directed industrial design + UI/UX (device local & cloud) for the KARNO 200kW generator enclosure, aligning thermal/environmental requirements with brand DNA in a demanding new market segment
+ Led design for a custom aerodynamic front end on the Hypertruck KARNO-powered Class 8 Peterbilt semi-truck, enhancing fuel efficiency and thermal dynamics through user-centered design
+ Sole author of the UI design system and standards, collaborating with engineering and leadership to ensure brand excellence through scalable, accessible, and user-focused implementation
+ Architected and unified the Hyliion brand from inception through IPO, developing standards across digital presence, product design, and facilities - driving a significant increase in brand recognition
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Industrial Design Instructor
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
May 2015 - May 2018 (3 years)
+ Taught coursework in product, transportation, exhibit design, and industrial rendering (2 & 4-hour sessions)
+ Mentored students through portfolio development, graduation, and early career placement
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Industrial Designer
Feb 2013 - Mar 2016 (3 years 1 month)
+ Delivered brand-driven experience design for clients including Hasbro, New Balance, Oakley, and GNC, blending industrial design with branding
+ Led concepting, 3D modeling, presentations, and DFM while adapting to evolving brand, timeline, and cost constraints
+ Traveled to Shanghai to oversee production of BP injection molding and marketing components, securing a $1M contract for SGK
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R&D Industrial Designer
Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.
Seattle, WA
Oct 2012 - Jan 2013 (3 months)
+ Contributed to product recognized as ISPO 2014/2015 Product of the Year (Action segment)
+ Completed an industrial design apprenticeship with Lamborghini at the Advanced Composite Structures Lab (University of Washington), collaborating with Union Binding Company on a forged carbon snowboard binding
+ Applied sketching, 3D modeling, 3D printing, and autoclave prototyping; drove design decisions based on DFM for forged carbon manufacturing while merging Lamborghini brand DNA with Union’s performance designs