About Me

I am a passionate, hardworking individual, who loves thinking creatively, exploring technology and empowering others through teaching.

Key Skills

Relational and Teaching skills

Skilled communicator and excellent teaching ability

2D & 3D Modelling

Using Illustrator, Fusion 360 and OpenScad

Web Development

Skilled with HTML, CSS, and Javascript

Embedded Electronics

Experienced with Arduino, C++, and PCB design

Rapid Fabrication

with CNC Machines, 3D printers, Laser Cutters

Excellent Workflow practices

through rapid prototyping, testing and utilising tools such as git

Work History

Fab Lab Wgtn
Technical Demonstator
Designing and teaching workshops, developing the culture and community, assisting students and academic staff.
Hosting professional development workshops for intermediate school teachers.
Sept 2018 - Current
Weta Workshops
Animatronics Technician
Working with the Animatronics team, soldering, programming and developing solutions for installations..
Sept 2020 - November 2020
Fab Lab Wgtn
Intern
Teaching children (ages 9-12) the basics of 3d printing and vinyl cutting.
Hosting popup labs at Wellington MakerFaire.
July 2016
Kelly Club
OSCAR Programme Assistant
Organising activities and caring for 30+ children after school.
July 2017 - October 2018
Briscoes
Sales Assistant
Working as a sales assistant and stockroom assistant
Sept 2013 - July 2018

Education

Ongoing Education
Wellington CEC
I am currently taking NZ Sign Language courses, and looking for oppotunities to learn Te Reo Maori
Bachelor of Design, Industrial Design (Honours)
Massey University, Wellington
2016 - 2020
NCEA
Whanganui High School
Received NCEA Level 1 with Merit and NCEA Level 2 & 3 with excellence
2011 - 2015

References

Tim Turnidge
‪Lecturer • Massey University‬
6449793691
[email protected]
Marina Fontein
Academic Coordinator, Professional and Continuing Education • Massey University
6449793190
[email protected]