About
Hi, my name is Jess. I am a designer with a goal to improve the quality of life of people and the environment. I graduated from Parsons School of Design's MFA Industrial Design Program and am currently working as a Designer in NY.
Early in school I was captivated by the perspectives designers gained for a project through research and imagination. And how they used that to achieve a holistic view of design directives, limits, and possibilities. Throughout my graduate studies, I further diversified my design skillset and developed a passion for sustainability. This has led me to found Le Motif Design studio, where I experiment with biomaterials within a home product perspective.
I realize real world needs but also research connections for areas of overlap where needs and desires can be met to go beyond the user's expectations. I create products that question the expectations of the product's traditional use but add value by meeting the user's lifestyle needs.
If you have questions or want to collaborate with me, please feel free to reach out.
Education
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Parsons School of Design Master of Fine Arts, Industrial Design, GPA 3.9, President Scholarship
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University of Oregon Bachelor of Arts, Product Design, GPA 4.1, Talent Award and Scholarship, Leadership Award
Skills
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Software
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, InDesign) I Rhino 3D I SolidWorks I Keyshot I V-Ray I Microsoft Office Suite I Figma I Fusion360 I 3D MAX
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Hands-on
Rapid Prototyping I Hand Sketching I 3D Printing I Textile Design I Digital Fabrication I Screen Printing I Woodworking I Metalsmithing & Jewelry Making I
Ceramics I Pattern Design I Product Photography I Sewing I Furniture Design
Features and Exhibits
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'Featured Industrial Designer' Featured on Women in Industrial Design I Featured on IDSA NYC I Featured on WeVux
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'Pillo' Featured at NYCxDesign Student Spotlight and Digital Yearbook I Featured at The WantedDesign 2021 Student Showcase I Featured in The New School's Thesis Spotlight and Medium Magazine
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'Chemicals of Mutual Concern' Exhibited at the Art Museum at the University of Toronto I Exhibited at the Canadian Cultural Center in Paris I Featured on the Materials Map
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'Cloud DIY Lighting Kit' Exhibited at ICFF 2019 I Featured in an Arts Thread Article I Featured in House Tipster Industry Article I Featured on WeVux
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'Minimalist Utensil Shelf' Featured at Interzinc 2018 conference I Winner of 2018 Interzinc Challenge
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'Design & Joy' Exhibited at Licensing Expo 2019