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Pittsford, Ny

Bring designs from concept to successful prototype and production for medical, military, toy and commercial industries. Design: Design for 3D printing, CNC, laser cutting, molding, sheet metal, and hand fabrication/machining. Model Making and Manufacture: Appearance models, HF mockups, Pre-production, Short-run production. Product Testing: Develop methods/mechanisms for testing of material, component, and finish durability. Project Management: Material/component sourcing/ordering/stocking, US/overseas supplier management

Rochester, New York Area

Taught IDDE-212 Integrated CAD, a 3-credit required course which introduces SolidWorks computer-aided design software. Lectured and provided lab instruction for students in RIT’s undergraduate ID program for one section 2019 Spring and two sections 2020 Spring. Assigned and assessed weekly, bi-weekly and term projects designed to improve CAD skill set, including skill building in SolidWorks, KeyShot, file management, and 3-D printing, developing 3D geometry and logical design process.

Rochester, New York

Dental lab technician responsible for fabricating dental crowns according to dentist prescriptions. Utilized CAD/CAM software and wax sculpting to produce aesthetic and functional crowns.

Penfield, Ny

Cabinetmaker responsible for milling, sanding, finishing and assembling custom cabinetry. Met quality standards and optimized workflow in order to meet production deadlines.

Rochester, New York Area

Built a successful small business from scratch, developed client base with repeat business over nine years due to unmatched craftsmanship and superior customer relations.Grew company to four employees and two crews, and trained employees to high standard of detail and craft to ensure client satisfaction. Maintained and repaired equipment, and implemented employee safety training according to OSHA standards.

Rochester, New York Area

Responsibilities included installation, finishing, refinishing, and all other aspects of hardwood floors. Performed custom stain and repair, and specialty dust containment. Trained new employees on all aspects of hardwood flooring.

Rochester, New York Area

Responsible for all aspects of decorative painting for architecture, artifacts, and furniture. Work included high-end faux and custom paintwork as well as specialized wall finishes, furniture finishes, and commercial gilding and exterior decoration. Also, performed antique furniture restoration and reproduction/matching of existing decoration.

Salem, Massachusetts

Worked with local real estate investor to maintain and update local historical properties. Duties included daily maintenance of apartments including plumbing, general maintenance, repair and finishing of walls, ceilings, woodwork, tile and foundations. All work done with strong attention paid to original integrity of building, materials, and architecture.

Bfa, Industrial Design

Industrial Design

Aa, Fine Art