James Thursby
Indianapolis
Summary
Creative Designer with expertise in softgood design and a focus on visual design, user experience, and brand identity. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to adapt to evolving project needs and deliver solutions that align with strategic goals. Strong problem-solving and communication skills drive high productivity and effective project completion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Designer
Westfield Outdoors
03.2023 - Current
- Designed private label products for major global retailers, transforming hand sketches into detailed tech packs that guided production.
- Researched market trends and consumer preferences to create targeted designs for specific retail accounts.
- Partnered with customer accounts and sales teams to develop innovative designs for outdoor soft goods.
- Reviewed a product line with Walmart fishing team, showcasing 22 innovative items that emphasized functionality and consumer needs.
- Collaborated with factories in China, Cambodia, and Vietnam using comprehensive tech packs to achieve project goals.
- Delivered precise tech packs ensuring clear communication of design specifications to manufacturers.
- Designed experiments with various fabrics to enhance product quality and performance.
- Integrated innovative solutions into product designs while adhering to budgetary constraints.
3D Jewelry Designer
Herff Jones
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Modeled championship and high school graduation rings with precise tolerances and design specifications to accurately represent each concept
- Utilized Rhinoceros 3D and SubD modeling to create ordered rings, employing wax 3D printing for metal casting.
- Collaborated with art department to translate concepts into manufacturable designs.
- Developed presentations using 3D rendering software Keyshot to effectively showcase designs.
csp CO/OP
APTAR
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed chamber utilizing proprietary sanitization strip by APTAR to convert single-use medical equipment into multi-use, reducing medical waste
- Created 70 sketches, narrowing to 3 concepts for prototyping in SolidWorks to evaluate size and aesthetics
- Finalized successful prototype in foam core and revised computer model to address fabrication issues
- Applied a proprietary sanitization strip by APTAR to enhance equipment hygiene.
Titleist Gear Design Intern
Acushnet Co.
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Developed mood boards and concepts using market research and Adobe Illustrator for Titleist's stars and stripes special collection, focusing on materials, patterns, colorways, and overall style
- Created headwear and headcovers Tech-packs, selecting materials for manufacturing
- Coordinated with factories to transition designs from concept to final product.
- Collaborated with factories to transition concepts into final products
CO/OP
Cosmos Corporation
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Developed toy with top dog toy brand to reach an untapped market of dental cleaning for dogs
- Conducted user and market research in dog toy market, focusing on user interactions in dog dental care.
- Developed 50 sketches and narrowed to 5 3D models using AutoDesk Fusion 360, Rhinoceros 3D modeling, and 3D printing for prototyping.
- Created final concept compatible with top-of-the-line fetch toy and optimized for manufacturability.
Education
Bachelor of Industrial Design -
Auburn University
Auburn, Al01-2022
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- Rhinoceros 3D modeling
- Autodesk Fusion 360
- KeyShot
- 3D modeling
- CNC machining
- Prototyping
- Hand sketching
- Trend analysis
- Tech pack creation
Accomplishments
- Guitar Exhibit, Jule Colins Art Museum, 2021
- WantedDesign Show, NYCxDesign, 2020
Website Password
ThursbyDesigns
Timeline
Designer
Westfield Outdoors
03.2023 - Current
3D Jewelry Designer
Herff Jones
09.2022 - 03.2023
csp CO/OP
APTAR
08.2021 - 12.2021
Titleist Gear Design Intern
Acushnet Co.
06.2020 - 09.2020
CO/OP
Cosmos Corporation
01.2020 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Industrial Design -
Auburn University