Daniel Milan
Conroe,TX
Summary
Versatile Industrial Designer with a proven track record at Hudson Furniture, excelling in product development and design for manufacturing. Leveraged expertise in 3D modeling and exceptional problem-solving abilities to enhance product quality and efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in production processes, demonstrating a strong blend of technical skill and creative vision.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Designer
Hudson Furniture
New York, USA
01.2008 - Current
- Assists founder/designer in creating new products from ideation of custom furniture and product designs, based on collaborative research on current market trends, human factors and client specifications, to a masterful implementation of design output
- Assists in developing growth strategies for company and its business extensions through successful integration of production initiatives, such as material procurement, machinery procurement, preservation of product integrity, and initiatives in manufacturing and workplace safety standards
- Supervises workshop production team in executing quality of craftsmanship consistent with company's premium brand
- Monitors progress against production plans and deadlines and applies well-measured and tactical contingencies to deliver quality products within the deadline
- Manages and contributes to the team in developing, executing and refining photorealistic 3D renderings, technical and shop drawings, product photography, photo editing, and layout for company product catalog and magazine ads
- Maintains the company website, database server, email server and phone systems
- Travels domestically and globally to ensure that the designs are properly executed and within quality standards
- Formulates and benchmarks workflow best practices between workshop and showroom to maximize efficiency and reduce cost
- Advises on the special care of products; confers with employees, vendors, shippers, suppliers, and clients from various backgrounds and cultures.
- Conducted quality assurance tests on electronic systems to ensure reliability and performance.
- Installed, configured, tested, maintained, repaired and troubleshot electronic components, systems and equipment.
- Tested completed products to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Replaced defective parts using soldering techniques as required.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
- Performed inspections to ensure products met established quality standards.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Refinished furniture surfaces using sandpaper, paint, varnish, and other materials.
- Inspected damaged furniture to assess extent and determine optimal repair or restoration strategies.
- Removed broken or damaged components from furniture items using hand tools.
- Inspected furniture pieces to determine repair needs and costs.
Product Designer
Inovent Inc
Makati, Philippines
04.2006 - 03.2008
- Designed and developed furniture from prototype to production for an international trade fair
- Collaborated with creative team of product design development for a leading company in the plastic manufacturing industry (client: Inca Plastics)
- Presented various ergonomic design alternatives of gas pump products for premier oil companies (clients: Petron and Total)
- Researched market trends and participated in defining and endorsing project parameters
- Developed strong practical background in minimalist design across product industries
3D / Graphic Designer
Frontrow D2C
Makati, Philippines
03.2007 - 08.2007
- Prepared design concepts, sketches and mock-up models of stage, exhibits and booths
- Created effective marketing materials and company collaterals
- Provided still visualizations and 3D renderings
- Created artwork from model through final image and drafted 3D modeling support to POS through POP
- Developed marketing kits and packaging designs
Visualizer
Workshop One
Makati, Philippines
11.2006 - 03.2007
- Created concept sketches and models of exhibits
- Produced and developed various projects
- Designed and developed graphics for logo, print ads and billboards (clients: Coca-Cola, HSBC, Banco de Oro)
3D / Graphic Designer
Multimedia Exp Inc
Makati, Philippines
04.2006 - 11.2006
- Prepared design concepts, sketches and mock-up models of stage, exhibits and booths
- Created effective marketing materials and company collaterals
- Provided still visualizations and 3D renderings
- Created artwork from model through final image and drafted 3D modeling support to POS through POP
- Developed marketing kits and packaging designs
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Industrial Design
De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde
Manila, Philippines01.2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Electronics and Communications Engineering
De La Salle University
Manila, Philippines01.2002
Skills
- Industrial Design
- Product Development
- Product Management
- Custom Furniture
- Product Design
- Design for Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Operations Management
- Production Management
- Materials Management
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- 3D Modeling
- 3D Rendering
- 3D Visualization
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Lighting and Electrical
- Project Planning
- Manufacturing
- Architectural Drawings
- Ergonomics
- Manufacturing Operations
- Sketching
- Concept Development
- Project Management
- Photography
- Graphics
- Design Research
- IT Management
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- 3D Studio Max
- Vray
- Microsoft Office
- Quickbooks
- Exchange Server
- Remote Desktop
- Mockups and prototypes
- Field installation
- Voltmeter use
- Electrical repairs
- Problem-solving
- Troubleshooting and repairs
- Project management
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical testing
Websites
Timeline
Industrial Designer
Hudson Furniture
01.2008 - Current
3D / Graphic Designer
Frontrow D2C
03.2007 - 08.2007
Visualizer
Workshop One
11.2006 - 03.2007
Product Designer
Inovent Inc
04.2006 - 03.2008
3D / Graphic Designer
Multimedia Exp Inc
04.2006 - 11.2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Industrial Design
De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Electronics and Communications Engineering
De La Salle University
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