-Displayed ability to lead during brainstorming sessions where we ideated solutions to enhance users’ experiences-Led a bulk package redesign project which reduced materials and manufacturing costs-Conducted user research, explored user needs, ideated solutions, prototyped concepts, and conducted user testing-Used consumer survey results, user testing feedback, and coworker’s critiques to help inform design decisions

-Demonstrated leadership skills by guiding a 6 person multi-disciplinary team on a new development project-Utilized project management skills to make project timeline, set-up meetings, and develop progress presentations-Gained consumer insights through surveys, interviews, and onsite observations which informed design directions-Created a user journey map to highlight pain points and opportunities, to explain why the brand should be expanded-Modeled products in Solidworks, rendered CAD models in Keyshot, and coordinated with prototyping company -Learned about manufacturing processes like injection molding and building wisdom from mentor’s experiences-Presented research outcomes, described new system’s innovation, showcased 6 new products, demonstrated digital interface, and emphasized opportunity for customer acquisition to stakeholders

-Maintained flexibility and adaptability in an environment that was fast-paced and constantly changing-Balanced multiple projects by using time management skills and prioritization skills to turn in work on time-Tasked to prototype 20 displays for a marketing convention because of my excellent craftsmanship skills

-Learned how to use Impact (CAD software) to design packaging and display dielines -Mastered using the Kongsberg cutting board to cut corrugated boards for prototyping -Gained knowledge about manufacturing processes for corrugated packagings and displays-Collaborated with the graphic design team to make sure the 2D designs worked cohesively with the 3D designs-Wrote and illustrated plant and retail instructions in Photoshop and Illustrator to make easier build experiences

-Empowered Heroes (children from the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and the Boys and Girls Club) through design-Designed personalized insignias that demonstrated Heroes’ strengths -Worked with Apprentices, Heroes, and Heroes’ families-Sewed capes for the Heroes

-Led two Learning Communities-Created lesson plans-Eased the transition into College for incoming freshman

-Empowered Heroes (children from the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and the Boys and Girls Club) through design-Designed personalized insignias that demonstrated Heroes’ strengths -Worked with Apprentices, Heroes, and Heroes’ families-Sewed capes for the Heroes

-Managed customer flow-Satisfied customer’s needs-Responsible of cashier balance-Prepared food and drinks according to instructions

-Empowered Heroes (children from the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Fernside Center for Grieving Children, and the Boys and Girls Club) through design-Designed personalized insignias that demonstrated Heroes’ strengths -Worked with Apprentices, Heroes, and Heroes’ families-Sewed capes for the Heroes