Resume
WORK EXPERIENCE
Arhaus (Cincinnati, OH)
Design Consultant
July 2024 - Present
Assist clients with personalized product knowledge and fabric coordination for stock and custom projects to create functional and aesthetically pleasing living spaces that accommodate various lifestyles. Stay up-to-date on the latest design trends and proprietary product offerings to provide informed recommendations. Provide excellent customer service, building strong relationships and addressing customer inquiries.
Frontier City Studio LLC (Cincinnati, OH)
Owner
March 2024 - Present
Founded and established a design LLC specializing in innovative product development. Deliver high-quality design solutions to clients across various industries.
Cincinnati Wood Collaborative (Cincinnati, OH)
Lead Designer
June 2023 - Present
Develop custom design packages for residential properties and commercial spaces. Collaborate with clients to understand their vision. Work closely with fabricators to produce detailed technical drawings and specifications to ensure maintenance of integrity and quality standards. Participate in on-site visits to assess project specifications and offer design solutions. Conduct research on new design trends and woodworking techniques to enhance studio’s design capabilities. Interface with the accounting department to streamline invoice approvals and facilitate material purchases.
Jack Rouse Associates (Cincinnati, OH)
Industrial Design Co-Op
August 2022 - December 2022
Conceptualized interactive experiences for various projects. Designed and implemented captivating spaces for museums and theme parks ensuring seamless integration of storytelling and technology. Utilized Adobe software to create elevations of props and interiors, contributing to the meticulous planning and execution of immersive environments. Actively participated in conceptual workshops with the design team, sharing insights and creative input to enhance the overall vision and appeal of the projects.
Hasbro (Pawtucket, RI)
Play-Doh Industrial Design Co-Op
January 2022 - April 2022
Collaborated with design, engineering, and marketing teams to develop innovative concepts for upcoming sets, leveraging Photoshop for visual representation and mock-ups. Worked closely to ideate and craft new directions, exploring paths for the brand’s evolution in the coming years. Contributed to the creation of engaging products by integrating research findings into the concept development process. Engaged in cross-functional collaboration to ensure that design concepts aligned with engineering feasibility and marketing strategies.
Shure Incorporated (Niles, IL)
Industrial Design Co-Op
May 2021 - August 2021
Worked to develop detailed CAD models for a range of consumer electronic products, ensuring high-quality visual representations and accurate technical specifications. Played a key role in providing ideations CMF options for headphones. Spearheaded the creation of visually appealing concepts for integrated compliance graphics on microphones, effectively balancing regulatory requirements with innovative and attractive design elements, while maintaining brand identity and customer appeal.
Owens-Illinois (Perrysburg, OH)
Container Design Co-Op
August 2020 - December 2020
January 2020 - May 2020
Developed progressive glass packaging with design and CAD engineering teams. Led research efforts to understand market trends and consumer preferences. Conceptualized glass profiles tailored to different beverage categories for multiple renowned brands. Utilized graphic design expertise to create faux brands, ensuring alignment with brand identities. Produced high-quality renderings, enhancing communication of design ideas. Collaborated with global design team to establish a stock line, utilizing insights from consumer behavior studies to define packaging profiles.
EDUCATION
University of Cincinnati, DAAP
(Cincinnati, OH)
B.S. Industrial Design
GPA 3.83
Cincinnatus Century Scholar
Dean’s List
Class of 2023
Accademia Italiana
(Florence, Italy)
Product Design
September 2021 - December 2021
Ursuline Academy
(Cincinnati, OH)
Graduated with Honors
Class of 2018
DIGITAL SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite
InDesign
Illustrator
Photoshop
Premiere Pro
Autodesk Fusion 360
Autodesk Sketchbook
Autodesk Alias
SketchUp
Microsoft Office
PowerPoint
Word
Excel
Teams
Miro
Procreate
KeyShot
QuickBooks
ANALOG SKILLS
Research
Active Listening
Time Management
Trend Awareness
Project Management
Independence
Branding
Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Communication
Ideation
Sketching
Painting
Sculpting
3D Printing
Woodworking
Prototyping
Laser Cutting
Photography
Video/Editing
PATENTS
Ayala, Andrea. Container. US D993,026 S, United States Patent and Trademark Office, 25 July 2023.
Owens-Illinois
LANGUAGES
English
Fluent | Spoken | Written
Spanish
Fluent | Spoken | Written