Alexander M.

AlexanderMc

Visualize, refine and expand on client’s ideas, using research methods to validate features and direction.
• Create and maintain WordPress, Squarespace sites for clients, SEO and AdWords strategy
• Strategize concepts, ideas for product-market fit & business model
• Use design research methods like observation and interviews, competitive analysis, user flows, prototypes to validate project features and direction
• Create high-detail 3D models for product renders and for rapid-prototyping with 3D printing and CNC

Product Designer & Research Consulting

Marklyn Co. Inc.

Develop new and existing consumer product lines for retail clients such as Walmart, Costco, Home Depot and Autozone. Technical role in developing hardware specification and UX for connected Bluetooth lighting accessories.
• Lead development of mobile phone mounting solution for category growth
• Conduct market and user research [UX], test prototypes to iterate on concepts in sprints
• Collaborate with local and overseas vendors for prototyping, costing, DFMA and mass production
• Full use of Adobe CC, Figma, Fusion 360 and Solidworks, Office 365, Excel

Sr. Product Designer / Product Manager

VISO Inc.

Managed colleagues across Design, Sales and Production divisions to realize client’s vision and requirements, shorten timelines and address problems expeditiously.
• Customization of ERP Saas modules for PM workflow
• PM a schedule of 50-80 open projects, custom designs contracts worth ~$800K, for international clients
• Managed teams and projects in Portugal and China, facilitating production through to final delivery
• Knowledgeable of ERP software for internal processes, BOM, Purchasing, work orders, PDM

Design Project Manager

Paterson Composites Inc.

Built new site to coincide with move to a new facility and the strategy for SEO and e-commerce for yacht accessories sub-brand. 
On R&D programs, worked closely with engineers to iteratively design, prototype and test custom software UI, tooling fixtures, and machinery as part of commitment to continuous improvement [Kaizen].
•	Design and fabricate custom fixtures & jigs, creatively improved processes for projects as needed to scale production to hit targets
•	Worked with engineers to advance project documentation and Quality Assurance as per ISO standards

Designer, Web & Special Projects

Team lead for filament winding production of aerospace and high performance carbon and composite parts.
•	Delivered ~3600 parts for $400k aerospace contract, running of entire production line, reducing defects to below 3%
•	Managed and delegated tasks to co–workers and trained them in depth on machines and production processes 
•	Specialized in operation of in-house production of aerospace and industrial components according to exacting design specs

Production Lead, Winding Technician

Pekota Design Inc.

Created the PEKOTA Shop with Shopify; responsible for pixel perfect graphics, photography and copy. Conducted user tests to optimize store navigation and architecture, integrated branding and collateral on brand portfolio site.
•	Created pixel perfect graphics, product renders and photography for entire catalog 
•	Conducted user testing to optimize store navigation and design the store’s page hierarchy
•	Maintained and improved site and content after launch based on continous feedback

Web Designer, Ecommerce & Retail

Managed team of 5 and continually improved production and prioritized job backlogs. Lead design & manufacture of furniture from sketches to prototype to final design.
•	Delegated and prioritized order of production tasks to manage multiple projects and colleagues
•	Consistently improved workflow and processes by making tools or jigs to improve manufacturability, quality, and precision 
•	Operated PEKOTA independently, running production and shipping orders for multiple week

Designer & Shop Foreman, Prototyping & Woodworking

I’m relentlessly curious about how & why, and where design [and research] can positively impact experiences and create value for organizations. 📈 

I bring a broad background from mobile, web, UX design and research, to domains of consumer products, furniture and even aerospace. This firsthand knowledge across design fields is my advantage combined with my experience leading and managing agile projects and teams. 🚀

I am game to tackle any design brief, open to all things design, so feel free to reach and send a message.

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