Corey Harris

Experience

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  Auburn University's Department of Industrial Design

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2008

  Summer Option Teaching Assistant

  Assisted professors with assigning grades and instruction to incoming Industrial Design studentsDemonstrated sketching techniques, rendering techniques, and perspective theory

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  Concept Center International - TTi

  Aug 2008 - Dec 2008

  Design Intern

  Worked with Marketers and Designers to conceptualize solutions aimed at improving current hand tools and creating innovative packaging solutions.Developed sketching and presentation techniques using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Corel Painter.Produced graphics concepts focused on branding and user instruction for numerous products in the Outdoor Tools Division.Utilized Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite to document new product development and testing for the Engineering and Design teams.Demonstrated ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Show less

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  RC_ARINC

  Nov 2009 - Aug 2011

  Mechanical Designer

  Responsible for creating conceptual designs focused on the improvement of military helicopter communication equipment. Used Solidworks to construct and maintain accurate 3D structural models (parts and assemblies) of both new and existing designs.Reverse engineered existing structures and parts to create and maintain an accurate and updated3D computer model library.Drafted and Maintained accurate 2D Technical Drawings with Solidworks and ensured prototypes were accurately manufactured and assembly and installation procedures were easily conveyed.Awarded and maintained active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance while employed at ARINC. Show less

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  Big Time Products

  Aug 2011 - Oct 2013

  Industrial Designer

  Helped manage everyday design tasks and provide support and guidance to entry level designers. This primarily consisted of prioritizing projects and utilizing employee skills to complete necessary design tasks under strict deadlines.Responsible for creating and maintaining glove designs, packaging, and promotional displays for all in-house brands (Grease Monkey, Soft Scrub Gloves, Wrangler, Digz, True Grip, and Firm Grip) sold at The Home Depot and other retailers.Utilized Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop to create artwork and edit photography for packaging, displays, presentations and website applications.Communicated regularly with overseas vendors and suppliers in China, Thailand, Malaysia and Pakistan to ensure product is being accurately produced. This often entails inspecting glove samples and art proofs. Show less

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  Bubba brands, inc

  Oct 2013 - Apr 2015

  Industrial Designer

  Study market trends and evaluate consumer data to develop new product ideas for the insulated drink ware market.Quickly illustrate complex forms and new product ideas with 2D hand sketches.Develop detailed 3D CAD models using Solidworks, collaborating closely with both US and China Engineering teams to refine and ensure manufacturing feasibility.Present product development process, including refined sketches and fully rendered concepts, to the Engineering, Sourcing, Marketing, and Sales teams.Played an integral role in the development of several successful products available on the market today. Show less

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  Igloo Products Corp.

  Oct 2015 - May 2018

  Industrial Designer

  I was instrumental in developing product for Igloo's formal launch in to the insulated drink ware market. As lead designer I was able to create a visual brand language for the new product line and help oversee the initial products through design, engineering and manufacturing. This work requires me to routinely identify opportunity gaps in the market and present ideas/solutions to the marketing and product management teams. Once opportunities are identified, I help create 2D concept sketches and renderings that are presented to our PD teams in both Katy, TX and Plymouth, MA. During this process, I am also involved with identifying and providing future color, material and finish trends to marketing, product management and sales teams.I continue developing the concepts in to detailed 3D CAD models using Solidworks, collaborating closely with our supplier's to maintain design intent and ensure manufacturing feasibility. In order to maintain design intent, I often travel to Asia to facilitate new product development and oversee mass production. Show less

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  ATLeisure, LLC.

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2019

  Senior Industrial Designer

  - Observe and document trends in interior and exterior design- Create 2D concept sketches and renderings based off research and present to upper management - Develop concepts in to detailed 3D CAD models using Solidworks, collaborate closely with in-house Engineering team and suppliers to maintain design intent and ensure manufacturing feasibility - Frequent travel to China and Vietnam to facilitate new product development, oversee mass production and present concepts to customers Show less

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  Reduce

  Aug 2019 - now

  • Product Design Manager

    Aug 2019 - now

  • Senior Industrial Designer

    Aug 2019 - Aug 2023