Skills and Qualifications:
Proficient in Solidworks, Keyshot, InDesign, Lightroom, Illustrator, Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro X
Working knowledge in Blender, Rhino, Fusion360
Proficient in audio/visual production and editing; knowledgeable in supporting technology and software
Experience in textile, wood, metal and plastic fabrication
Education:
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design
Hey there, I'm Claire.
Designer from Denver, CO. Lover of basketball, yoga, most things that breathe, and finding ways to create joy.
I chose to pursue design because it allows me combines my creative, tactile aptitudes with my desire make positive contributions to our quality of life on earth.
I strive to keep my designs as inclusive, accessible, and sustainable as possible.
Looking forward, I would love to get into a soft good/textile design, public space and furniture, or anything around sports and recreation. Currently, I'm continuing to find new opportunities to combine fashion with industrial design and create ways to bridge those sub disciplines.
Experience
Design Intern | Sportwaves Unlimited and Baseline Contract Sewing (Summer 2023)
Worked with production manager to learn and facilitate all phases of soft goods manufacturing
Developed and organized system for digitizing paper sewing patterns
Contributed to the development of new Sportswaves’ products
Worked with the web design team to update the company’s website user’s experience (UX/UI)
Worked with the lead pattern maker to materialize client’s design ideas for production
Digital Media Producer and Developer | Freelance (Jan. 2014 - Present)
Filmed, photographed, and edited marketing and other special event videos
Developed marketing tools, specifically providing media content and web design assistance. Clients include but are not limited to:
The Union at the Montgomery; Core Physical Therapy; Bighorn Design Studio; Bonafide Foods; Colorado Premier Basketball Club; Chemistry Hair Lab; Prosoco Inc; Cuee Music; Sacred Leaf CBD; Ramirez Textiles Arts; Mae Salon + Wellness
Featured and sold personal photography in art galleries and coffee shops
Industrial Design Lab Assistant | Metropolitan State University of Denver (Jul 2021 - May 2023)
Oversaw computer labs and assisted students with CAD and design softwares
Help students with CNC, laser cutting and other means of fabrication
Taught and gave demos on welding
Maintained and serviced machines within facility
Landscaping Manager | Great Fortune Design (May 2021 - Apr 2022)
Cared for and maintained clients gardens and landscaping
Helped design clients’ ideal garden space with team members
Graphic Designer | HedgeApple (July 2019 - Sept. 2020)
Designed and produced digital assets for social media and content marketing
Designed and produced print assets for showrooms, trade shows, and local marketing efforts
Created and maintained a UX/UI workflow for the company’s four e-commerce platforms, including designing websites, working with web developers/software engineers, understanding user interaction with each brand, designing branding guidelines, producing branding assets, etc.
Developed e-commerce product catalogs and collections, including data entry, photo editing, and data optimization
Graphic Design Intern | University of Kansas Career Center (Sept. 2018 – Jan. 2019)
Created marketing materials and resources to promote diverse events for the Resource Center and its partnering organizations
Worked as part of the marketing team to develop advertising content and tools across various media platforms
Production Assistant/Designer/Wildcard | Bighorn Design Studio (June 2017 – Jan. 2019)
Managed the retail store; provided help and support to customers
Designed logos/graphics for apparel and advertising tools for Surf Wyoming and other supported brands
Planned and directed promotional events that stimulated brand/customer interaction and fostered inter-business relationships
Managed and carried out all aspects of screen-printed production
Communications Committee Member | University of Kansas Student Union Activities (Sept. 2015 - Nov. 2016)
Wrote and produced advertisements for campus-wide events aimed to entertain and unify students
Helped plan events that welcomed students from diverse cultures and backgrounds
Videographer and Youth Coach | Colorado Premier Basketball Club (Jan. 2015 - Aug. 2016)
Worked with marketing team creating videos to promote various programs and to provide helpful information for potential players and parents
Coached multiple age groups at youth skills camps