Erika Hansen

Proceeding from a three month internship I was offered a full time position as an Industrial Designer. My responsibilities included concept generation and development (sketching), sketch modeling (3D), CAD modeling (Rhino), digital rendering (Photoshop), preparing presentation files (Illustrator and Indesign), prototype construction (fabric to fibre-glass), liaising with manufacturers, attending client meetings and any other work required.

Stylist and sales assistant at the Dyrberg/Kern (Danish Designed Jewelry) Concept Store in Wellington, New Zealand. Responsibilities included in-depth product/material/brand knowledge and the ability to clearly communicate this to customers, exhibiting and maintaining front window displays, client relations, cash handling, sole charge and opening and closing the store.

Sales assistant in a high fashion, Italian design clothing store. Responsibilities included customer service, client relations, cash handling, sole charge and opening and closing the store on weekends.

Sales assistant over busy sale periods in a store selling outdoor apparel and equipment. Responsibilities included product knowledge, customer service and cash handling.

Industrial design, product design, ergonomics, fashion design, pattern making, model making, CAD, usability, user experience.