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Thami
Junior Industrial Designer
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Competencies
Demonstrated experience with Problem-Solving.
Demonstrated experience with Communication.
Demonstrated experience with Emotional Intelligence.
Demonstrated experience with Time Management.
Demonstrated experience with Information Analysis.
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Summary
Junior Industrial Designer open to new opportunities
Experience
Industrial Designer
Worked for Active Concepts on University holidays as an industrial designer.. Created CNC cutting toolpaths and prototypes for design concepts designed by the manager.. Contributed to the Active Concept team to build products for their clients.
Designer
Worked part-time for the University in collaboration with another student to design and create a new graduation stool for the University's upcoming graduation ceremony.. The project involved sketches, research, idea communications, 3D modeling, and prototyping.
Tutor
Provides academic support and guidance to first-year students in Drawing Media 1 and Practice 1, and second-year students in Practice 2.. Assists students with design thinking, visual communication, drawing skills, project development, and studio-based learning.. Helps students build confidence and succeed in their coursework.
Job Shadowing Experience
Completed a two-week job shadowing experience focused on industrial design and product development.. Gained exposure to the design process, prototyping techniques, and client presentation methods used in professional studio environments.. Observed collaborative workflows and learned about integrating creativity, manufacturing, and business strategy within design practice.
Intern
Selected for the internship after winning the Checkers POS Design Competition.. Worked on CAD modelling, technical drafting, rendering, sketching, and concept development for retail and POS displays.. Collaborated with the Durban manufacturing team by preparing technical files, drawings, and presentation visuals to support production.
Freelance Designer
Creates pricing booklets, posters, banners, and other marketing materials.. Provides feedback on display setups and visual hierarchy to improve customer engagement.. Designs and develops gifting items, display stands, props, and other custom solutions.
Freelancer (Entrepreneur)
Collaborated with AukoDesigns to combine their minimalistic puzzle designs with an isiShweshwe African concept, creating culturally inspired puzzles.. Was responsible for the overall production of the colourful puzzle pieces.
Roofing & Painting Assistant
Assisted in installing, repairing, and maintaining roofs.. Assisted in painting and sealing roofs to protect them from damage and weathering.. Learned the importance of safety and using Personal Protective Equipment when working on dangerous projects.
Drawing Artist
Created drawings, including portraits, cars, flowers, and other creative arts.. People mostly ordered portrait drawings as gifts for loved ones.
Engineering & Graphic Design Mentor/Tutor
Provided extra lessons to teach drawing techniques and help students understand engineering drawings.
Church Volunteer
Distributed “Rhapsody Of Realities” books to people and encouraged them to come to church.. Helped cook food for homeless children at church every Sunday.
Referee
Volunteers as a soccer game referee during tournaments.. Manages and leads players, coaches, and the soccer game.