KCDesigns

Experience

• Industrial Designer Microtech Knives · Full-time Mar 2019 – Present 5 yrs 8 mos Fletcher, NC, United States Product Design and Development:
  - Design and develop new products with a focus on innovation and functionality.
  - Produce sketches to visualize design concepts and ideas effectively.
  - Conduct thorough market research to identify customer needs, preferences, and trends.
  
  Prototyping and Testing:
  - Utilize 3D printing technology proficiently to create prototypes for testing and evaluation purposes.
  - Engage in hands-on prototyping processes to refine product designs and functionalities effectively.
  - Conduct rigorous testing of knives to ensure adherence to quality, performance, and safety standards.
  
  Technical Drawing and Manufacturing:
  - Draft detailed blueprints and technical drawings to guide CNC operators in manufacturing processes accurately.
  - Model fixtures to facilitate the production and assembly of knives efficiently.
  
  Documentation and Intellectual Property:
  - Create compelling product renderings and visualizations to showcase designs and concepts attractively.
  - Take responsibility for various new designs, trademarks, and patents.
  - Submit and apply for patents and trademarks to safeguard intellectual property rights.
• Industrial Designer Elite Outfitting Solutions · Full-time Sep 2017 – Feb 2024 6 yrs 5 mos Goshen, NY, United States Product Design and Development:
  - Initiated product sketches to conceptualize design ideas effectively.
  - Utilized 3D modeling software proficiently to refine and finalize designs.
  - Conducted comprehensive market research to drive informed product development decisions.
  
  Manufacturing and Operations:
  - Gained foundational experience in a shop environment by assisting in CNC machine operations and part swapping.
  - Took responsibility for anodizing titanium parts for specialized projects.
  - Contributed significantly to knife building processes, ensuring adherence to quality craftsmanship standards.
  
  Website Development:
  - Played a pivotal role in website development projects, assisting in content creation and layout design to enhance user experience and engagement.