Award-winning Industrial Designer with 15+ years of experience designing a wide range of products that include hardgoods, outdoor equipment, soft goods, consumer electronics, injection molded plastics and accessories for extreme environments. Expert in concept development, materials selection, construction methods, and functional design for both hard and soft goods. Skilled at collaborating with materials, development, and in-line product teams to bring visionary concepts from research to market launch. Adept in visual storytelling, tech pack creation, CAD, 3D rendering, and Adobe Creative Suite. Passionate about the outdoors and leveraging real-world field experience to inform user-centered, functional innovation.
Core Competencies
Equipment Design • Accessory Design • Concept Development • Tech Pack Creation • Soft Goods Construction • 3D Modeling CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino) • 3D Rendering (KeyShot) • Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign • CMF Development • Material & Prototype Development • Cross-functional Collaboration • Visual Storytelling & Presentations • User Research & Human Factors • Sustainable Design Practices
Professional Experience
Otter Products – Fort Collins, CO
Lead Industrial Designer — Feb 2022 – Present
- Drive the design of technical accessories and soft goods from concept to production, integrating advanced materials and sustainability practices.
- Collaborate with materials and development teams to ensure functional intent and durability for extreme environments.
- Lead visual storytelling and concept presentations for leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Mentor design teams, fostering innovation and agility in fast-paced development cycles.
- Partner with suppliers to create injection-molded, soft goods, and hybrid material products for global brands.
Senior Industrial Designer — Jan 2014 – Feb 2022
- Designed and launched soft goods and equipment solutions for rugged outdoor use, including premium coolers and power products.
- Created detailed tech packs and construction specifications to communicate design intent to manufacturing partners.
- Conducted market research and usability testing to address functional challenges and improve product performance.
- Presented design concepts to executive leadership and in-line teams, ensuring smooth adoption into product launch strategies.
1OAK Technologies – Fort Collins, CO
Industrial Designer — Apr 2013 – Jan 2014
- Led design from concept sketch to production for consumer electronics and accessories.
- Developed prototypes and conducted functional testing to refine construction and ergonomics.
- Collaborated closely with engineering and materials teams to align product functionality with user needs.
OtterBox – Fort Collins, CO
Industrial Designer — Jan 2011 – Apr 2013
- Developed the first official product DNA for OtterBox phone and tablet cases.
- Designed multiple generations of products for extreme conditions, optimizing durability and function.
- Created construction drawings and material specifications for global manufacturing partners.
Viking Range Corporation – Greenwood, MS
Industrial Designer — Aug 2007 – Jan 2011
- Researched materials and construction methods to enhance product performance and longevity.
- Created tech packs, CMF documents, and manufacturing specifications for domestic and international suppliers.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Industrial Design — Savannah College of Art and Design
Awards & Patents
Best of CES 2021 – Mobile Gaming • Digital Trends Best Outdoor Cooler Award 2017 • CES Design and Engineering Showcase Award 2013 • Multiple U.S. Design & Utility Patents • IDEA Award 2010, Bronze • GOOD Design Award 2009
Technical Proficiencies
Adobe Creative Suite • Illustrator • Photoshop • InDesign • CAD Software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino) • 3D Rendering (KeyShot) • 3D Printing / Prototyping • Sketchbook Pro • Mural • Figma • Microsoft Office • Windows/Mac OS
Volunteering
Used 100% of allotted Volunteer Time Off supporting various non profit organizations & schools for the past 14 years
Outdoor Retailer Show – Guest Speaker (2016) • Metropolitan State University of Denver – Guest Speaker (2022) • University of Kansas – Student mentor (2024) • SHIFT Design Camp, Aether – Student Mentor (2017) • Savannah College of Art and Design – Guest Juror & Student Mentor (2008) • CARRI (Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute) – Volunteer Photographer • Sierra Club/NOAA – Volunteer Scuba Diver • CATs (Cats Aren’t Trophies) – Volunteer • Rocky Mountain Wolf Project • Colorado Youth Outdoors – Volunteer • Wolf Sanctuary – Volunteer • Larimer County Search and Rescue – Diving Dogs Volunteer Scuba Diver
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