Kushagra Shrivastava
Detroit
Summary
Industrial and Transportation Designer with a research-driven approach to solving complex design challenges. Experienced in developing user-centric solutions across domains such as education, consumer products, and mobility. Skilled at working in multidisciplinary teams, and translating research insights into functional, manufacturable, and visually compelling outcomes. Proficient in design thinking, creative problem solving, and rapid prototyping, with a strong interest in creating products that are meaningful, accessible, and grounded in real-world context.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Design Intern
Smartivity
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked on designing educational toys and games for children of different age groups.
- Ideated on new game ideas and created multiple prototypes using laser cutting.
- Tested with children to gather feedback on design, graphics, etc.
- Worked on redesigning existing products for cost and material reduction.
Product Designer
Collab Therapy
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Worked on providing design solutions to different clients in different domains.
- Designed a variety of products, such as souvenirs, games, educational products, etc.
- Packaging design based on direct customer feedback.
- Made prototypes using 3D printing, wood, PVC, and many other materials.
- Worked on designing packaging and assembly manuals for some educational products.
Product Designer
LTS International
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Designed home décor products for sale in international and local markets.
- Worked on material optimization to meet the material and cost constraints.
- Redesigned existing products to make them more desirable.
Product Design Intern
Yardstick Educational Initiatives
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Designed educational kits to help kids explore the STEM subjects in an interactive way.
- Worked on designing fun, yet educational products.
- Worked on material optimization to meet the material and cost constraints.
- Helped prepare files for prototyping using laser cutting.
Industrial Design Intern
MICE Labs
08.2020 - 09.2020
- As a designer, I participated in a multidisciplinary team comprising students from biomedical engineering and medical backgrounds.
- Led the team through the research process and aspects of primary and secondary research.
- Consulted paramedics, medical professionals, and a scientist from the WHO to gather data for research.
- Learned about various materials and sensors used in such products.
- Created a pitch deck for the final product presentation.
Education
Master of Arts - Transportation Design
College For Creative Studies
Detroit05-2025
Bachelor of Design - Product design
Unitedworld Institute of Design
Ahmedabad06-2021
Skills
- 3D modeling and rendering (Rhino, Fusion 360, Blender, Alias, SolidWorks, VRED, KeyShot)
- 3D animation (Keyshot, Blender)
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
- Prototyping (clay modeling, 3D printing, laser cutting, metal and wood crafting, and other materials)
- Generative AI
- Design thinking
- Research and analysis
- User experience design
- Product development
- Critical thinking
- Creative problem solving
- Team and project leadership
- Material optimization
- User-centered design
- Design strategy
- Model making
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
CII Design Competition – Designing a water bottle to curb plastic pollution
2019 | Group Project
- Collaborated with a student team to design a sustainable water bottle aimed at reducing plastic pollution.
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative user research to understand usage behaviors and environmental impact.
- Contributed to material selection, life-cycle analysis, and concept development.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
German
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Product Design Intern
Smartivity
06.2024 - 08.2024
Product Designer
Collab Therapy
09.2022 - 04.2023
Product Designer
LTS International
06.2022 - 09.2022
Product Design Intern
Yardstick Educational Initiatives
10.2020 - 04.2021
Industrial Design Intern
MICE Labs
08.2020 - 09.2020
Master of Arts - Transportation Design
College For Creative Studies
Bachelor of Design - Product design
Unitedworld Institute of Design
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