Currently I develop and execute comprehensive design strategies for future Stellantis vehicle interiors for the Jeep brand, market trends, and evolving customer preferences, positioning each brand at the forefront of innovation and providing customers with cutting-edge interior experiences. Collaborate closely with suppliers, vendors, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless execution and successful realization of interior design concepts into production. Stay informed of industry trends, technological advancements, and customer insight to drive innovation and introduce new design elements and features in Stellantis vehicle interiors. Lead a high-performing team of designers and engineers that drive the development and realization of future interiors, ensuring exceptional design quality. Mentor and coach designers in several studios, familiarizing them with company culture while helping sharpen their skillset to acclimate them to brand guidelines and expectations. Working in several capacities, as a manager, designer, and mentor on five projects, maintaining a sustainable cadence across all.
“Lead Design Manager ”
(Senior Level Management)
Auburn Hills /MI
Skills: Product Design Research · 3D Visualization · Product Design / Development · Animation · UI/UX · Project Management · People Leader
Spear headed the creative direction and vision for an NFT-based game, ensuring a compelling and immersive gaming experience for players, establishing the game as a leading one in the industry. Collaborated closely with the development and engineering teams to align the creative vision with technical feasibility, solidifying integration of design elements into the game’s framework. Continuously drove innovation and stayed well-informed of industry trends and emerging technologies in the blockchain gaming space, leveraging them to enhance the creative direction and gameplay of Swoops. Led the marketing and creative teams in group brainstorming sessions, ensuring group cohesion and vision alignment to meet company goals, resulting in a successful launch with 1,500 sold out players.
“Creative Director”
Miami/Fl
Skills: Product Design Research · 3D Visualization · Product Design / Development · Advertising · Animation · Fundraising · Character Design / Development · UI/UX
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of designers to contribute to the development of next-generation vehicle designs for pre-production programs, playing a pivotal role in the creation of forward-thinking vehicle designs that incorporated cutting-edge technologies and met the company’s goals for innovation and customer satisfaction. Applied creative design principles and techniques to translate concepts and ideas into tangible visual representations, supporting the communication of design proposals. Contributed to the development and refinement of design guidelines and standards, ensuring consistent and cohesive design language across vehicle platforms. Conducted research and trend analysis to identify emerging design trends, technologies, and consumer preferences, informing the development of future vehicle designs. Actively participated in design reviews and critique sessions, providing constructive feedback and suggestions to enhance the quality and impact of design proposals.
“Sr. Industrial Designer”
Miami/Fl
Skills: Product Design Research · 3D Visualization · Product Design / Development · Advertising · Animation · Research Clinic Development
American Force Wheels U.S.A
Spearheaded the design and conceptualization of innovative wheels designs for the company, utilizing a combination of precision CNC, 3D visualization, and traditional design techniques, successfully producing a portfolio of unique and aesthetically pleasing wheel designs that established the company as an industry leader. Worked closely with the Design Director to create high-end visuals for various advertising campaigns, enhancing brand image and increasing market visibility. Utilized a detail-oriented approach to ensure precision and quality in the design process, maintaining a balance between aesthetics and functional requirements. Collaborated and directed cross-functional teams, including engineers and manufacturing personnel, to ensure the successful realization of design products from concept to production.
“Sr. Industrial Designer”
Miami/Fl
Skills: Product / Market Research · 3D Visualization · Product Design / Development · Advertising
