Silas Wallerstein Designer Fabricator Creative
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Education | Syracuse University 2014
Explored Design Fields
Bachelor’s of Industrial and Interaction Design | Dean’s List
Research Interaction Lighting Systems Product Furniture Jewelry Graphic Ergonomics Interface
Awarded “Most Outstanding Capstone Student”
Minor: Architecture
Skills
Adobe Suite
Programs Fabrication Miscellaneous
Computer Rendering
Music Production
Microsoft Office
Online Programs
Word
Prezi
Keyshot
Reason Garageband
Excel
Wordpress
Solid Works
Audacity
Powerpoint
Indesign
After Effects
Rhino
Illustrator
Bridge
Photoshop
Premier Pro
SketchUp
Woodworking Welding Laser cutter Rapid prototyping Foam carving Carpentry Mold making techniques CNC 3D printer Circuitry Metalsmithing Finish painting Knowledge of Materials and Production Processes Website framework Interface framework User experience research Market research Drafting Branding Typography Strong writing skills Strong verbal presentation skills Product music and video production
Experience Spring 2014 Winter 2013
IDSA Merit Awards | 2nd Place, Syracuse University Copesetic Inc | Morrisville, NY
Short Term Intern | The month of December Prepped various product molds as well as finished pieces for distribution to clientele.
Fall 2013 The Three Birds Foundation | Morrisville, NY
Short Term Consultant | September to December Worked with Three Birds, a non-profit focusing on K-12 alternative energy education, to design various interactive exhibits and activities that could educate across multiple age groups.
Summer 2013 Winter 2012 Spring 2011
Interests
Fisher Auto Parts | Raymond, NH
Special Orders Consultant | July to November Managed special orders’ stock and prepared shipments of various auto parts to be distributed throughout New England.
Design 360 Competition | 2nd Place
Design competition challenging contestants to repurpose an empty one hundred thousand square foot factory building in order to revitalize the economy of Tupper Lake, NY.
Cas Holman | Syracuse, NY
Short Term Intern | The month of April Assisted industrial designer and industrial design professor, Cas Holman, in the design of the merchandise cart and playground for The High Line public park in New York City.
Woodworking Music Production Philosophy Sailing Metalsmithing Cycling Hiking Public Speaking Writing