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Paris, Fr

Irvine, Ca, Us

Responsible for Global Design, Design Strategy and Brand.Including presentations to C level executives on product concepts, budgeting, and timing.‘Corporate Design Leader’ responsible for bringing KARMA to the next level globally.‘Brand Product Initiator’ tasked with cohesively connecting the Brand messages to the mobility products.Creative Projects-New Concept/Production/Architecture Vehicle produced for LA Auto Show-Establish and execute full sized exterior and interior design themes for current programs to full feasibility.-Set world record aero targets for current program to be the ‘best in its class’.Supervisory Works-Improve the Design Studio technology and functionalities.-Identify a set of higher level deliverables for product gateways, in order to remove 14 weeks from the process.-Streamline the Studio Workflow to save development time (fewer models, less clay labor, more digital)-Implemented the ‘Data Driven Design’ process to bring more confidence into every design decision.-Continuous Improvement processes for ‘Engineering and Studio’ workflows and collaborations.-onboarded 7 team members + Submitted clear plans for Studio Employee Improvement/Support/Promotion.-Worked closely with Finance Dept to reduce studio costs while improving output.Strategy Achievements-Create a WIP 7 year ‘Product Plan’ along side with Marketing and Engineering teams.-Redefining the ‘Karma Design DNA’ based on the Karma Brand Pillars.-Investor Deck creations for external presentations (Look & Feel, Content, Brand, Expertise, Finance, etc)-Initiate an interactive workflow between Design, Brand and Marketing, in order to pinpoint the Karma Product Messaging strategy.ABOUT KARMAKarma Automotive is a southern California based producer of dynamic luxury electric vehicles. Headquartered in Irvine, California with an assembly plant located in Moreno Valley,For more information, visit www.karmaautomotive.com, or www.karmanewsroom.com.

广州, 广东, Cn

Responsible for Advanced Design and concept work in Shanghai + Design Strategy for GAC headquarters.A dual role position co-creating the complete next generation DNA and Corporate Design Identities, plus executing these Strategies via Advanced Design proposals, in cooperation with the Marketing, Brand and the Platform Engineering groups.Creative Projects + Strategy Achievements:-Determine and create a new set of BRAND PILLARS for GAC design.-Co-created the world's #1 aerodynamic concept: the GAC ENO.146-Production advanced exterior and interior design proposals for ongoing programs (15 projects).-Concept projects which tell the story of the GAC Brand DNA moving forward.-CMF, UI/UX, and Autonomous advanced solutions for ongoing presentations.-Restructuring of both Strategy and Advanced design team methodologies and working tactics.-Support and Build the Shanghai Advanced Design team and HQ Design Strategy team.ABOUT GACGAC MOTOR is one of the largest OEM companies in China, and is in the global ‘Fortune 200’.GAC plans on achieving several goals moving into the future. These include:-leveraging the strong GAC partners in JV build (Toyota/Honda/Mitsu) and Tech (Tencent/Huawei)-fully zero emissions by 2025-Top 10 automotive company globally by 2037

Jiading, Shanghai, Cn

London - Munich - Shanghai. As one of the first 3 Designers hired into the company, responsible for the fastest EV production car in the world, the NIO EP9 (https://bit.ly/2Nv6fcq)+(https://bit.ly/2O4pNVR), also co-creating the visual product and brand identities for this new Chinese based EV start up.Responsibilities:‘Senior Design Director’ responsible for several production and concept projects, team building/leading, plus Brand Identity creation, for both Exteriors and Interiors. Key responsibilities included:-Project Design Directions and management, reporting to VP’s and Board members.-First and Next Gen product creation and execution, including DNA and brand identities.-Team Management and building, including studio set ups and budget control.-Brand Vision and Co-creation of a completely new mobility company, from strategy to end products.-Responsibility for Design-Styling Feasibility until ‘Start of Production’.-NIO Branded Products development.Creative Projects + Strategy Achievements:-The first launched product in Nov. 2016 was the NIO EP9. The fastest production car in the world.-In April 2017, NIO launched its first production ES8 SUV.-Co-creation of the ‘3G Club’: a Brand Experience program which entices future customers into interacting with the NIO brand via ‘info training’ and special driving events in an EP9.ABOUT NIONIO is an all new Electric Car start up and Brand founded in 2015. (www.NIO.io)Based in Shanghai with excellence centers in San Jose, London and Munich.Products are conceived through high performance electric vehicles embedded with smart features, autonomy, and extraordinary user experiences; aim is to be the first User Enterprise automotive company in the world. Building on the success of being the 2015 Formula E champion, NIO expands beyond mobility products into complete lifestyle and Brand integration movements.

Crewe, Cheshire, Gb

Responsible for Design-Styling of all Bentley Motors exterior products and concepts, plus design brand creation for Bentley future identities to the VW Group, including 'special projects'. Reporting to the overall Director of Design and Concepts and the Engineering Board Member, as part of the VW Group AG. (Press Release: https://bit.ly/3JcFLeW) Key responsibilities included:-Project Design Directions and management, reporting to Director and Board members.-Next Gen product creation and execution, plus future Bentley Brand and Identity strategies.-Team Management and building, including budget control.-Brand Vision communication and coordination to the VW Group top management.-Promotion of Bentley products and the Brand via Press interviews and launches.-Responsibility for Design-Styling Feasibility until ‘Start of Production’.-Bentley Branded Products + supporting designs for dealerships and accessories.Creative Projects-Continental GT ‘next gen’ advanced design work.-Bentley Production Bentayga SUV program (2016MY)-GT3 Race Car design responsibility and launch (Paris 2012)-Mulsanne Convertible design and launch at the Pebble Beach show (2012)-2014 Flying Spur final design finishing and feasibility (Geneva 2013)Supervisory Works-UK Design Team build up: 35% staff increase with +20% PULSE satisfaction result.-Strong Alliances with Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing and PR departments.Strategy Achievements-Future Product Strategies development and successful agreement within the VW Group.-New Future Lighting Strategy development for Bentley Brand beyond 2018.-Bentley EHP Concept EV HypercarABOUT BENTLEYwww.bentleymotors.comBentley Motors is a high end luxury automotive producer located in Crewe, England. With over a 100 year history, Bentley continues to lead the ultimate luxury sector via its history, products and future initiatives.

Yokohama-Shi, Kanagawa, Jp

Project based initiative working on the concept EV Supercar 'Emerge-E' for Nissan-Infiniti in conjunction with Nissan Design UK and USA. Interior and Exterior Design works, plus small team management. Great project! Thanks to the team for support and enthusiasm.

Automotive and Product Design-Styling Services. As founder and head of the company, working with many of the major Automotive OEM's, creating future products and visions. Highly creative and technical skills, along with strong partners, have been the company's cutting edge in this Industry.Key projects have included:-2011 Production/Concept 'Emerge-E'​ supercar for Infiniti-2011 Production concepts for McLaren Motors-2009 Mazda Superlite production concept-2008 SPECTRE MC1 supercar-2007 CAR OF THE YEAR Ford S-MAX-2006 Concepts for PSA-2005 Trucks and SUV's for TATA-2004 Ford Focus ST-2003 Production concepts for Hyundai and KIA-2002 Ford Focus RSClient Lists (Jan. 2002-2011)Infiniti UK– Design Program Consulting (2011) E-merge Electric Supercar (Ext+Int)McLaren Motors – Design Consultant (2011) - Production Supercar concepts (Ext)Design Program Direction (2010) – German EC2GO Production Electric car sharing programHyundai Motors Europe - (2010) Germany – Concept + digital renderingsMazda Design Europe - (2009) Germany – Concept production carTATA Motors - Design Project Direction (2007-08) India – Production SUV’sSpectre Cars - (2005-07) UK – Production Supercars to 250 unitsSsangYong Design - (2006) Korea – Concept renderings + digital worksHyundai Motors Europe - Korea (2005) Concepts + digital renderingsPSA Peugeot - (2005) France – Concept renderings + brand workFord Design Europe - (2002-07) Germany – Various production vehiclesCadillac Design Europe - (2004) UK - Artworks + Digital DesignKIA Motors Design - (2003) Korea – Concept renderings + digital worksFord Racing + Jaguar F1 (2000-02) UK – Race cars + production Focus RSFor additional info, please see the website: motorcityeurope.com

London, Gb

Thanks for all your support CDN!!

Ehningen, De

Worked for various clients as a partner to Bertrandt AG creating automotive interior and exterior products for production. The Bertrandt Clay Studio has been a key player for Motorcity Europe.

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Full Design Responsibility for the Ford Focus RS concept and production car deliveries, including team organization, budget management, design implementation and presentations to the Ford of Europe President Dr. Martin Leach.

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Senior Designer at Ford Cologne, on a 2 year foreign assignment. Privileged to work on such critical projects as: 2000 Mondeo, 2000 C-Max, 1999 Various facelift programs.

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Concept and production Designer for Exterior and Interior Automotive products. Key vehicles at this time included: F-150, Ranger, Escape SUV, Showcar support for Advanced Studio, Lincoln and Thunderbird concepts

Irvine, California, Us

Exchange program with Mazda and Ford. Responsibilities included Design Renderings and 3D digital executions for production interior and exterior light truck and car proposals.

São Bernardo Do Campo, São Paulo, Br

Exchange program with VW and Ford. Responsibilities included Design and creation of full size 80% production Exterior and Interior clay models to replace the VW Gol.

San Francisco, California, Us

Design Intern. Fortunate to work on so many projects at such a talented company during a very exciting time in the business. Projects included: ski goggles for Smith, Logitech mouses, Apple computers, medical equipment, and more.

London, England, Gb

Design Intern. First automotive team project: the Dodge Viper. All the Designers and Employees at Chrysler Design were very friendly and supportive.

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nl

First Design Internship working for a fantastic company designing all sorts of consumer electronics products and portable accessories. Very supportive environment with challenging projects.

Bachelor'S Degree, Bsid (Bachelor Of Science In Industrial Design)

Evening Studies, Fine Art