Hello! I am Zane Xiong
An Industrial Designer that combines design, technology and cultural legacy to craft a new vision, a new story, a new bond between people and objects. Creating what’s Now, what’s New, what’s Next.
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Case Studies
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Work Experience
May, 2024 - Aug, 2024
Samsung Sponsored Studio
Collaborated with a graphic designer to develop and present a Samsung co-branding proposal targeted at the Gen Z market. This comprehensive brand collaboration for Galaxy included in-depth research, campaign strategy, packaging design, and product design, all prepared for a client presentation aimed at effectively engaging the Gen Z audience.
JAN, 2024 - Aug, 2024
Teaching Assistant, ArtCenter
Facilitated online sessions and in-class workshops, providing feedback and technical support for rendering software, while conducting demonstrations of personal design projects to enhance student understanding. Collaborated with instructors to optimize lesson plans and identify at-risk students, ensuring cohesive learning experiences for classes of up to 16.
July, 2023 - Dec, 2023
Industrial Design Intern, HARMAN
Contributed to various design projects from ideation through high-fidelity prototype fabrication, delivering cross-departmental presentations to effectively communicate project progress to stakeholders. Conducted on-site supplier factory visits to evaluate CMF samples, monitor production, and facilitate team discussions for product refinement.
MAY, 2023 - JULy, 2023
Product Design Intern, LKK Design
Conducted factory visits, identifying needs and proposing design changes that resulted in a 20% increase in client satisfaction. Provided concept ideation and rendering support, accelerating project timelines by an average of 10%.
Sep, 2022 - Nov, 2022
Study Away Program, Berlin
Created the 2050 brand campaign for MINI, presenting hand-sketched visualizations to a BMW senior designer. Developed an app prototype in Figma for a startup, addressing user needs identified through research. Redesigned a timer product by applying German craftsmanship principles, delivering SolidWorks models and a demonstration video.