Hunter Davids
Taylors
Summary
Motivated product designer with experience across design, prototyping, and production tools, and a strong understanding of product development lifecycles. Adept at managing products from concept through execution while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality, manufacturable solutions. Seeking an environment that values accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Designer/ Production Lead
Luxx Box
11.2023 - Current
- Led and supported multiple cross-functional projects, consistently delivering tasks on time, accurately, and to completion across changing priorities
- Applied strong knowledge of project management principles, compliance requirements, and manufacturing workflows to drive efficient execution
- Served as a trusted resource for project planning, coordination, and process improvement initiatives
- Developed 3D CAD models and detailed drawings for new physical products, improving manufacturability and reducing revision cycles.
- Created functional prototypes using CNC, power tools, fabrication equipment, and shop tools to validate design concepts and fit/finish.
Studio Technician
Hanson Digital
06.2020 - 09.2023
- Managed the metal print department, from ordering the materials to cutting, sanding, pressing, and finishing metal prints.
- Constructed and installed both metal and wood back frames to all metal prints.
- Execute finished canvas prints, through the process of printing, trimming, mounting, finishing (including coating and stretching), and packing the artwork.
- Digitally captured art using a Phase One XF camera system, drum scanner, and flatbed scanner.
- Used Photoshop and Illustrator to edit photos.
- Rout, join, and assemble custom wooden frames to completion. Pack and prep art to be shipped or crated.
- Laminate and mount original artwork to several substrates. Preparation for framers and museums.
- Build custom shipping boxes to safely deliver original and reproduced art to clients domestically and globally.
- Meet with clients to begin production by helping facilitate designs into a production order form.
Front Line Staff
REI (Recreational Equipment Incorporated)
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Working with the Logistics Manager to manage inventory levels in a timely and deadline-oriented manner.
- Working daily to meet unique clients' needs through one-on-one interaction and properly fitting equipment to the client’s specifications.
- Working to improve the workplace ethically and operationally.
Manager/ Front Line Staff
Outdoor Resource Center at Mashouf Wellness Center
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Set up and designed a rental program for MWC at SFSU
- Created a gear identification system and online database.
- Composed rental forms and group trip forms
- Managed six employees, building schedules and completing payroll.
Education
B.S. - Industrial Design
San Francisco State University
Skills
- Technical Skills: Solid Edge, Solid Works,Zund CNC AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Arduino
- Soft skills: Communication, time management, customer service, teamwork, public speaking, leadership, adaptability, staff management, detail-oriented, interpersonal communication skills, Microsoft Office Series
Timeline
Product Designer/ Production Lead
Luxx Box
11.2023 - Current
Studio Technician
Hanson Digital
06.2020 - 09.2023
Front Line Staff
REI (Recreational Equipment Incorporated)
06.2019 - 07.2020
Manager/ Front Line Staff
Outdoor Resource Center at Mashouf Wellness Center
10.2017 - 07.2019
B.S. - Industrial Design
San Francisco State University