Taylor Welden : Industrial Designer
Industrial Design, Austin Texas United States
 
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Industrial Design Portfolio of Taylor Welden (Freelance Industrial Design & Softgoods Design)

I'm an experienced and skilled Industrial Designer searching for challenging Freelance and Full-time opportunities. I offer years of experience bringing concepts to prototypes, and tested proven products to the market, since earning my BFA of ID at the Savannah College of Art and Design. My process is comprehensive from start to finished product, including factory sourcing and liaison services. Contact me to discuss how my diverse talents can achieve your unique goals in business and design.
Clients
E X P E R I E N C E :


- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
ICON 4X4 (www.icon4x4.com)
Los Angeles, CA
February 2012 - Present
Design of a classified product. Information available on launch date.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
JUST PORTER (www.justporter.org)
Chicago, IL
February 2012 - Present
Design of a classified product collection. Information available on launch date.

- CREATIVE DIRECTOR / INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
AERO TACTICAL (www.aerotactical.com)
Tampa, FL
June 2011 - Present
Research, 2D concept ideation, refinement, prototyping/manufacturing, branding, graphic design, and design direction for a company centered around tactical packs and gear for military personnel, outdoor enthusiasts, and active civilian use. Information available on product launch date.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
EAGLE CREEK / VF CORP (www.eaglecreek.com / vfc.com)
San Diego, CA
June 2010 - Present
2D concept ideation, product refinement to add value and increase positive user experience, and creation of factory tech packages for prototyping/production of several Eagle Creek collections.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
BRENTHAVEN (www.brenthaven.com)
Seattle, WA
May 2011 - August 2011
Design of a classified product collection. Information available on product launch date.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
PELICAN PRODUCTS (www.pelican.com)
Torrance, CA
February 2011 - April 2011
Design of a classified product collection. Information available on launch date.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
CARRY GEAR SOLUTIONS (www.carrygearsolutions.com)
Seattle, WA
August 2011 - Present
Design of a classified product collection. Information available on launch date.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
RINGERS GLOVES (www.ringersgloves.com)
Moorpark, CA
August 2010 - September 2010
Design of NFPA-approved Structural Firefighting Gloves. Information available on launch date.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
TENBA (www.tenba.com)
Rochester, NY
June 2008 - May 2010
Collaborated with major camera bag manufacturer on design and specifications of an upscale camera bag collection as well as a prosumer camera bag collection. Concept through production.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER / DESIGN DIRECTOR:
GORUCK (www.goruck.com)
Bozeman, MT
June 2008 - November 2008
2D concept ideation, refinement, and creation of initial product direction for a company centered around tactical backpacks and gear for active military and civilian use.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
NISSAN (www.nissan.com)
Hong Kong, China
May 2009 - September 2009
Design of two complete softgoods collections to accompany the launch of two new NISSAN vehicles specific to the Hong Kong market.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
ALBRITTON OUTFITTERS (www.albrittonoutfitters.com)
Tampa, FL
June 2011 - Present
Design direction for two upstart brands. Design of several activity-specific classified products.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
KIBOSH
Mumbai, India
January 2011 - July 2011
Design of several classified product collections for an upcoming global brand. Information available on launch date.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
HAULGOOD GEAR
Washington, DC
October 2010 - February 2011
Design of a classified consumer-grade specialty use backpack. Information available on launch date.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
TORTUGA BACKPACKS (www.tortugabackpacks.com)
San Francisco, CA
September 2010 - December 2010
Design of a full-featured adventure backpack for international travelers.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
MAKERS UNION
Columbus, OH
February 2009 - Present
Design of an innovative consumer-grade hybrid backpack for urban bicyclists. 2D concept ideation, refinement, sampling, user testing, and prototyping for production.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
NIMBLE : GOODS, GEAR, BAGS
Austin, TX
April 2009 - November 2010
Design of a classified ergonomically-focused business travel product collection.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
GENTERRA CASEWORKS
Delaware
March 2010 - August 2010
Design of a musical instrument case.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
MCMC
Portland, OR
December 2009 - April 2010
Research, 2D concept ideation, and creation of design of direction for an upcoming backpack-centered brand.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
BRUSHMASTER
Austin, TX
July 2008 - April 2010
Design of a specific-purpose softgoods collection for private and commercial house painters.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
SHUGON (www.shugon.com)
Tel Aviv, Israel
September 2008
Traveled to and lived in Tel Aviv for design of a classified product, working directly with the CEO of Shugon.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
PACIFIC DESIGN (www.pacificdesign.com)
Austin, TX
December 2007 - May 2008
Full-time, in-house, Product Designer. Consumer-grade technology-based backpacks, packs, bags, and cases. Project Lead on a variety of product lines. Creation a sustainable materials library for the design department. OEM projects for DELL Computers. Established connections with multiple innovative material inventors. Daily communication with several international factories. Concept through production.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
NANEU (www.naneupro.com)
Orlando, FL
February 2008 - September 2008
Full-time, in-house, sole Product Designer. Development of camera bags and packs for consumer, amateur, and professional photographers from around the world. Designed, Refined, or Developed an estimated 30 individual products within 7 product families, in less than one year. International travel to multiple factories in China. Daily communication with multiple international factories. 3D CAD modeling. Human factors evaluation. Graphic Design and print media assistance. Design of international trade show booth layout, POP displays, Promotional products. Blog author. Concept through production.

- DESIGN MANAGER / INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
VELDINI (www.veldini.com)
British Columbia, Canada
September 2007 - February 2008
Design of an innovative premium wrist watch inspired by James Bond. Responsible for creation and organization of 4-person Industrial Design team. Design preparation for manufacturing. Concept through production.

- INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER:
BOA PACKS
California, USA
March 2007
Design of a hybrid backpack/messenger bag.

- GRAPHIC DESIGNER:
BIG SKY INTERNATIONAL INC. (www.bigskyinternational.com)
Jackson, WY
December 2006

Professional Experience
EDUCATION :


- SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN: 2002 - 2006
Industrial Design Bachelor's Degree
Dean's List Awards

- SCAD-LACOSTE Study Abroad Program: 2004
Studied and lived in a medieval village in Provence, France for 3 months.

- SCAD-LONDON Study Abroad Program: 2005
Studied and lived in downtown London for 2+ weeks.


PROFESSIONAL  SKILLS :


- 2D Ideation, Communication, Problem Solving
- Understanding and application of Human Factors / Anthropometric Data
- Materials and Manufacturing knowledge and experience
- Understanding and research of Users and Trends
- Concept to Manufacturing; experience sourcing, working with, and communicating with international and domestic factories for prototyping and production
- Design Management
- Prototype Fabrication (wood lathe, metal lathe, 3-axis mill, vacuum forming, rapid prototyping, molding, casting, sculpting, and more)
- Skilled with Adobe Photoshop CS6, Illustrator CS6, Autodesk Alias Sketch, Acrobat 3D, Alias Studio 2009, Rhino 3D, Office, and much more. Constantly learning new tools to aid in the execution of my design process
- Skilled with Wacom tablet products, for increased creative freedom and rapid ideation
Awards and Recognition
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS  &  AWARDS :


* CARRYOLOGY.com Core Contributor / Product Analyst (2010 - Present)

* 1st place Popular Winner for "Citrus Squeezer" entry in Core77 & Braun's Design in the Wild Competition (2012)

* Portfolio added to the Coroflot Featured Pool, limited to the top 2% of Coroflot portfolios (2012)

* Featured on Core77.com frontpage (2009)

* Published on Popular Science's PopSci.com;
Stauro (2009)

* Notable Entry Award for Wave Sport kayak hull Competition (2009)

* Featured on IndustrialDesignServed.com (2009)

* Shutterbug "Best of Show" Award at PMA; NANEU K5 adventure backpack (2008)
(http://www.shutterbug.com/content/pma-08-best-show-page-2)

* Published interview on sustainable design by GenitronSviluppo.com (2008)

* Published on numerous international blogs (gizmodo.com, bornrich.com, digg.com, thelifeofluxury.com, today.com, elitechoice.org, and many more); Veldini "Q" wristwatch (2008)

* Published on Idea Wicket (www.ideawicket.com) and Team Geared Up (blog.teamgearedup.com); Yeago backpack (2007)

* Notable Entry Award for "Outstanding Project" for Yeago backpack.
Core77's Light Objects Competition (2006)
(http://www.core77.com/lightobjects/notables.asp)

* Honorable Mention Award for Home project.
Designboom's Shelter in a Cart Competition (2006)
(http://www.designboom.com/contest/winner.php?contest_pk=10)

* Design Manager of a 4-person Design Team;
Design of a sport-themed Private Jet Seat. The design was presented to the company and taken for prototyping, testing, and potential use.
Collaborating with Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation (2006)

* Design Manager of a 7-person Design Team;
Creating a three-wheeled Sustainable Concept Vehicle with an orange-oil powered steam engine.
Collaborating with Harry Schoell, inventor of Cyclone steam engine (2006)

* Design Manager of a 5-person Design Team;
design of a Private Jet Seat and Fold-out Table. The design was presented to the company and taken for prototyping, testing, and potential use.
Collaborating with Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation (2005)

* Published on the Microsoft/IDSA Next Generation PC website; EXP project (2005)

* Projects on display at the SCAD Gulfstream Center of Design Gallery (2002-2007)



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