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Sobhan Mohmand, Career Expert 15 Jan 2021

Tip: Use the Product Designer CV Template below as an example to help you write your own personal and fully-tailored CV.

Liam Morrison

17 Vauxhall Grove
Northumberland
NS2 0HG
Mob: 079 5457 2346 Email: [email protected]

Personal profile statement

I am an enthusiastic, creative and highly motivated Product Designer with an artistic nature keen eye for detail. I am experienced in the full design process from getting the initial customer specification and understanding the technical aspects of the job to draw up the design and presenting the finished prototype or product to the customers. I am accustomed to working under pressure, and I am a natural problem solver with the ability to come up with innovative solutions to produce the most appealing products in the market.

Achievements

Winner of Designer of the Year 2015 at Toys World
Graduated with a First Class (Hons) Degree from Brunel University

Education

2010 – 2013

BSc (Hons) Product Design

Brunel University

Grade achieved: 1st Class

Relevant Modules:

Design Process
Design for Manufacture
Human Factors of Product Design
Art and Embedded Systems
Graphic Artwork Creation and Photography

2009 – 2010
Results: English: A Maths: B Design & Technology: A

A Levels

Yorkshire College

2005 – 2009
Results: 9 GCSEs at Grades A-C, including Maths and English

GCSEs

Coventry School

Work experience

Jan 2015 – Present

Product Designer Toys World

Main duties performed:

Working across all areas of design including specification, prints, sourcing, prototyping, testing 3D modelling, presenting and delivering of products
Developing ideas and sketches for prototypes using a variety of specialist software such as AutoCAD and Simplify3D
Brainstorming new products to release for the coming business year
Presenting prototypes to higher-ups for approval / modifications / improvements
Testing designs to identify any flaws or health and safety risks
Coordinating with the sales and marketing teams to determine market trends
Assisting with the creation of advertisements
Creating artwork for marketing materials such as posters and booklets
Liaising with photographers to shoot professional photographs in the studio
Performing Colour Correction, Touch Ups, and Enhancements on artwork
Visiting customer sites to discuss the product/prototype and making relevant amendments and improvements when required
Providing technical training to junior graphic designers
Deciding on the most appropriate materials to use for the products

Feb 2013 – Oct 2014

Trainee Product Designer Novel Solutions Ltd.

Main duties performed:

Working on products from inception through to fruition
Designing bespoke artwork for packaging and overseeing its print, manufacturing and delivery
Providing Customer support and training
Ensuring that designs meet the customer specification
Greeting customers and making them feel welcome
Organising meetings between designers, engineers and customers
Booking rooms and arranging interviews with third-party professionals
Coordinating the outsourcing of the work that cannot be done in-house
Performing market research and competitor’s analysis
Performing general Admin duties

Qualifications

Autodesk Certified
Chartered Society of Designers- Member (MCSD) (2016)
Adobe Master Certification- CS Design Master (2015)

Skills

Adept at coming up with innovative ideas, concepts and designs
Highly conversant in Adobe Creative Suite, Google SketchUp, 2D CAD as well as Simplify3D (3D printing software)
Highly experienced in working to deadlines and dealing with business clients
Able to identify market trends and opportunities using a variety of primary and secondary resources
Clean full UK driving license
Able to work on all types of products; furniture, toys, appliances, etc.

Hobbies and interests

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I have a passion for business, DIY and doing hands-on activities around the house. Whenever I get the time, I trawl the Internet to research the latest news in the design industry.

References

Mr Michael Nolan
Product Manager, Toys World
Address: 14 Summer Rd, Chester, PW4 8XT
Tel: 0773 4577 8775
Email: [email protected]

Ms Julia Willingham
Supervisor, Novel Solutions Ltd.
Address: 7 Milk Rd, Suffolk, S10 1XE
Tel: 0740 6854 8796
Email: [email protected]

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Tips

Skills: Besides the obvious designing skills required for this job; communication, social and customer service skills are also critical to be successful in this job. Working as a Product Designer means that you will regularly be in direct contact with the client to discuss the progress of the project, get feedback on the work completed and make relevant amendments when required. It is, therefore, recommended to give concrete examples of these skills on your CV to make it clear that you have what it takes to do this job well.

Good Luck!

Written by Sobhan Mohmand
Sobhan is a qualified Careers Advisor and Professional CV Writer with over 10 years of experience in helping job seekers get a job. He is a Member of the Careers Development Institute (CDI) and is listed on the official UK Register of Career Development Professionals. He holds a Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development (QCF).

OVERVIEW

SALARY RANGE
£18.000 – £45.000
ENTRY
Degree and Work Experience
WORKING HOURS
38+ hours per week

Competencies

Design Skills
Producing excellent designs that meet user requirements
Computing Skills
Ability to use a computer and design programs effectively to accomplish tasks
Precision
Being able to identify and specify a measurement, lines and borders with precision and working with it accordingly
Creativity
Ability to “think outside the box” and come up with novel products
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills to build business relationships
Attention to Detail
Ensuring that no “small details” are overlooked