Noah Hertel

Experience

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  Nike

  Feb 2016 - Dec 2017

  Sales Associate

  Ensuring premium customer service and making sales to every possible customer at one of the busiest Nike Clearance Stores in the nation.

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  1-800-GOT-JUNK?

  May 2018 - Jan 2019

  Truck Team Member

  Provided a professional and efficient junk removal service while maintaining a high standard of customer service. Delivered $100 to $6,000 estimates to potential customers inquiring about the removal of personal items in the greater Madison area.

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  University of Minnesota Recreation and Wellness

  Nov 2018 - Dec 2021

  Outdoor Program Trip Leader

  Prepared, organized and guided participants on 1 to 8 day backcountry trips through remote outdoor areas. Taught participants technical skills in outdoor recreation including backpacking, mountain biking, rock climbing, cross country skiing, and canoeing while exercising careful risk management.

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  MAD Adventures

  May 2019 - Sept 2019

  Whitewater Rafting Guide

  Guided guests through Class I-III whitewater on the Upper Colorado River while maintaining a safe and entertaining environment during a historically high water year.

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  University of Minnesota Housing and Residential Life

  Sept 2019 - May 2021

  Community Advisor

  Managed a university residence hall floor of 39 ethnically diverse undergraduate students. Ran floor meetings, organized social events, and conducted frequent room drop-ins in order to build community and enhance the educational experience for first year students.

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  Tyrol Basin Ski Snowboard Area

  Dec 2019 - Jan 2021

  Lift Operator

  Assisted and engaged with customers while loading and unloading chairs. Maintained satisfactory ramp conditions by shoveling, grooming snow, setting up corrals, and operating mechanical and electrical systems. Spread the joy of being on the mountain.

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  Adrift Adventures

  May 2020 - Sept 2020

  Whitewater Rafting Guide

  Guided guests through technical Class III-IV whitewater in Westwater Canyon and through the Fisher Towers Section of the Colorado River. Attended to the safety of guests in a volitile, dangerous, and remote environment; administering first aid when necessary. Presented meaningful interpretation to guests on pertinent natural and cultural history topics. Prepped and prepared riverside meals in an efficient and sanitary manner for 10 to 100 guests while abiding by health and safety guidelines. Rigged, maintained, and repaired sixteen foot paddle and oar rafts along with other river specific equipment. Show less

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  Bass Pro Shops

  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  CMF Industrial Design Intern

  Headed exterior and interior design projects within the transportation industry. Researchedand presented CMF proposals for each brand within the White River Marine Group portfolio.Devised upholstery trim patterns, foam packs, and console designs while workingclosely with manufacturing and suppliers. Developed hull graphics and color selectionsfor fiberglass and aluminum boating products. Provided insights and perspective froma younger generation of designers.

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  ELSE Corp, a Virtual Retail & AI Driven Design company

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Design & Marketing Intern Abroad

  Navigated an intercultural working environment at a fashion technology start up specializing in AI. Designed webpage components and the logo for a new trend analysis and automated design software. Practiced Italian design philosophies through immersion.

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  University of Minnesota College of Design

  Sept 2022 - May 2023

  Teaching Assistant

  Taught undergraduate students the foundational skills of 3D modeling in Solidworks and rendering in Keyshot. Instructed students on the fundamentals of concept sketching.

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  L.L.Bean

  May 2023 - Aug 2023

  Product Creation Intern - Hardgoods

  Specified manufacturing details and created tech packs for 20 relisted products. Identified whitespace in the travel industry based on consumer behavior and trend research. Designed circular storage system for car campers. Reviewed samples for FA24 back-to-school line.

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  Great Bear Woodworks

  Aug 2023 - Jun 2024

  Furniture and Cabinet Maker

  Fabricated custom cabinets and furniture. Constructed interiors using CNC, power tools, and hand tools.

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  Immersion Research

  Jun 2024 - now

  Dry Wear Repair Technician

  Repaired technical paddling garments using cut, sew, and lamination techniques on industrial machines. Educated patrons about whitewater resources and equipment.