Education

Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)

B.F.A. Industrial Design

Magna Cum Laude - 3.86

Sep 2013 - June 2017

Awards

2021 Featured in South Magazine

Power Issue June 25 - Savannah, Georgia

2017 Canoe Exhibition

SCAD Industrial Design Showroom

2013-2017 Academic Honors Scholarship

SCAD - Savannah, Georgia

2013-2017 Achievement Scholarship

SCAD - Savannah, Georgia

2013-2017 Student Incentive Scholarship

SCAD - Savannah, Georgia

2015 Biomimicry 3.8 Certification

SCAD - Lacoste, France / Biomimicry Institute

2014 Best Student Design

Elmers Sculpture Competition

Professional Experience

Business Owner and Operator Oct 2021 - Present

Flying Cow Upholstery - Savannah, Georgia

• Run and operate business, client relations, project management, and project completion.

• Custom plane interior - Reupholster seats, carpet, curtains, wall panels, headliners, leather wrap yokes, and fit and install Jet Shades.

Co-Owner and Lead Designer March 2021 - Dec 2021

Grant’s Handcrafted Collection - Savannah, Georgia

• Designed and built custom aviation furniture and decor.

• Developed branding and business image.

• Managed vendors and contractors to complete work.

• Organized photoshoots of completed projects for social media.

• Featured in South Magazine.

Business Owner and Operator July 2017 - Dec 2021

Paul Hawkins Design - Missoula, Montana

• Served as a design and manufacturing company, as well as, a Licenced Independent contracting company.

• Manufactured ergonomic products for Gulfstream Aerospace.

• Streamlined manufacturing processes improving efficiency for Wooden Images.

• Built websites, created logos, and graphic design promotional materials for The Human Performance Group and Missoula Drone Photography.

Licensed Independent Contractor Sep 2020 - March 2021

Burly Man Creations - Missoula, Montana

• Estimated project budgets, timelines, and logistics.

• Home renovation projects included composite decking, bathroom remodel, construction framing, exterior building wrap, siding, trim, fireplace installation, drywall, texture, paint, tile, and roofing.

Wood Craftsman March 2018 - Aug 2019

Wooden Images - Missoula, Montana

• Fabricated artisanal wood products from rough-cut lumber.

• Integrated new jigs and fixtures that increased process speeds by 700%.

• Created the Tassel Cutting System.

Zipline Guide / Ski Lift Operator June 2018 - April 2019

Snowbowl - Missoula, Montana

• Demonstrated leadership, and educated, and coached guests.

• Ensured safety by itemizing and inspecting all equipment and machinery.

• Facilitated fun and memorable experiences for customers.

• Implemented new standardized routines for equipment inspection.

Ergonomic Design Intern Jan - Sep 2017

Gulfstream Aerospace - Savannah, Georgia

• Enhanced worker efficiency and decreased injury by developing ergonomic products.

• Reduced waste by developing products made from excess company materials.

• Spread ergonomic awareness throughout the company.

• Designed ErgoLux

UX / UI Designer Sep - Dec 2016

Google / SCAD Sponsored Course - Savannah, Georgia

• Redesigned the YouTube app interface to boost positive user interaction.

• Contributed to ideation, wireframing, high-fidelity prototyping, and user testing.

Furniture Designer March 2015 - Dec 2016

24e Design Co. - Savannah, Georgia

• Built custom wood furniture and aviation decor.

• Established a professional woodshop at new location.

• Corresponded with clients concerning custom projects, fabricated, assembled, and delivered furniture.

• Projects included: jet engine chandelier with multicolor LED lights, rustic wood tables made from salvaged fishing boats, and a professional-sized beer pong table made from a retired bowling alley.

Student Ambassador July 2012 - June 2013

Nacel Open Door / CBYX Scholarship Program - Velbert, Germany

• Completed internships with three cabinetry companies.

• Received two job offers with the option to stay in the country.

• Learned about furniture manufacturing and honed my woodworking skills.

John Steinberg - Steinwerk

Stefan Bruckhaus - Bruckhaus Möbelschreinerei

Johannes Hentrich - Johannes Hentrich Tischlerei