Kyle Hay Email & Phone Number

Irvine, Ca, Us

Orange County, California, United States

Orange County, California, United States

I specialize in full-stack Industrial Design and hardware product development. As a multidisciplinary designer, I bring a unique ability to bridge hardware and software development, creating cohesive and innovative product experiences. With extensive experience partnering with startups from concept to launch, I am deeply passionate about transforming innovative ideas into fully realized, market-ready products. My approach is tailored to address the unique challenges of early-stage companies… Show more I specialize in full-stack Industrial Design and hardware product development. As a multidisciplinary designer, I bring a unique ability to bridge hardware and software development, creating cohesive and innovative product experiences. With extensive experience partnering with startups from concept to launch, I am deeply passionate about transforming innovative ideas into fully realized, market-ready products. My approach is tailored to address the unique challenges of early-stage companies, providing the design expertise and strategic guidance needed to accelerate growth and drive success. Show less

San Francisco Bay Area

From the CEO's apartment to unicorn status, it was an incredible journey as employee #2 and Principal Designer for all Density hardware. I played a key role in designing Density's innovative anonymous occupancy sensors, including the Density Entry and Open Area sensors, from concept through mass production. My responsibilities spanned industrial design, mechanical engineering, installation design, design for manufacturing, packaging, accessories, product visualization, and special projects.

San Francisco Bay Area

As Creative Director I led all creative initiatives across VR/AR design, UI/UX, and industrial design. My role involved developing immersive 3D software with advanced hand tracking, as well as overseeing special hardware projects, packaging, website development, brand identity, and photo/video production. I ensured a cohesive visual and experiential identity for Leap Motion’s products, establishing a strong brand presence in the market.

San Francisco Bay Area

I joined Leap Motion in its very early stages as employee #4, helping to define the hardware product design, strategy, packaging, and brand identity. As the principal designer, I was responsible for all mass production hardware design development, accessories, and packaging. I helped develop the Leap Motion Controller from initial concept through 500K+ volume production, achieving distribution in over 150 countries. I worked directly with founders David Holz and Michael Buckwald, pioneering… Show more I joined Leap Motion in its very early stages as employee #4, helping to define the hardware product design, strategy, packaging, and brand identity. As the principal designer, I was responsible for all mass production hardware design development, accessories, and packaging. I helped develop the Leap Motion Controller from initial concept through 500K+ volume production, achieving distribution in over 150 countries. I worked directly with founders David Holz and Michael Buckwald, pioneering gesture and VR hand tracking technologies, and spearheading all hardware special projects and prototyping. Show less

San Francisco Bay Area

Collaborated with owner and Principal Designer Chris Lenart to develop products for various technology-forward clients.