Sierrah Rhodes
Product designer
Philadelphia, PA | 609.892.3720 | sierrah.rhodes@gmail.com
Objective
Motivated designer passionate about turning ideas into buildable solutions. Collaborative, curious, and seeking the next opportunity to create meaningful, impactful work.
Experience
Smithsonian National Museum of American History | Exhibit Design Intern 2024
Developed an interactive experience for the Spark!Lab called Design A City Block, which was displayed at the Spark!Lab conference and increased visitor stay time in the Spark!Lab
Sketched and ideated concepts which were presented for review and approved
Utilized Autocad Fusion 360 to design 3D printed custom parts
Operation of 3 axis CNC router machine and other fabrication equipment
Michigan Science Center | Design Contractor December 2023 – May 2024
Led project to develop an interactive experience for the Science Center called ToolKids!, which was displayed at the Spark!Lab Conference and the Detroit Auto Show
Sketched and ideated concepts which were presented for review and approved
Utilized Solidworks and Rhino to design custom 3D printed parts
Drafted invoices, compiled materials list, submitted and received orders
Took initiative to pitch project to CEO and secure key shareholder support, resulting in project approval
Multiject | Design Intern April 2023 – August 2023
Created 2D designs and vector files for products, including WineO wine bottle stoppers
Installed rotary laser etching attachment, expanding business opportunities and allowing customers access to new print options
Assisted running laser engraver and operated injection molding press
Developed reference material for CAM software, automating manual processes and increasing efficiency
Education
College for Creative Studies, Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) 2024
Major: Product Design
Skills & abilities
Microsoft Office Suit
Adobe Creative Suit
Photoshop
InDesign
Illustrator
ProCreate
3D Modeling
Rhino
Solidworks
Hand Sketching and Rapid Visualization
Attention to Detail
Design and Development
Problem solving
Communication
Leadership