Simon Ellison
Brooklyn, NY, USAI am Simon Ellison. A multi talented New Zealand Born designer living in New York City. I have a Bachelor of Design Innovation from Victoria University, Wellington.
Work Experience
Sound Concepts - Cultural Codes
Fabrication and Design Manager
Working with all members of the team I was tasked with designing and constructing a free standing acoustic pavilion. Working closely with CAD Technicians, Workshop Staff and Creative Directors I was used for my manufacturing skills, knowledge of manufacturing techniques and general structural ability to produce a working full size model for display at the Tokyo Design Week 2013.
August 2013
- November 2013
Wellington, New Zealand
Ellison Properties
Labour Hand
Taking a step out of the design world to breathe and gain more knowledge in residential construction I worked as a labour hand for the New Zealand Summer of 2014. Being only a two person team I was quick to be introduced to an array of new tools, procedures and materials. It was a fast paced environment challenging both physically and mentally. I have gained valuable knowledge in the field of architecture as well as more knowledge in structural and manufacturing details.
November 2013
- May 2014
Napier, New Zealand
Aurecon
Mechanical CAD Drafter
Working with AutoCAD in the design and modelling of refinery, bulk fuel storage and distribution, oil and gas plant and process plant control and safety systems, oil and gas transmission pipelines. Working alongside a drafting team as well as engineers in a close knit work environment.
August 2011
- November 2013
Wellington, New Zealand
Education
Victoria University Of Wellington
Bachelor of Design Innovation Majoring in Industrial Design
January 2011
- Present
Wellington, New Zealand
Languages
English (Native),
Awards
Victoria University Wellington
Deans List For Academic Excellence 2013
2013
Victoria University Wellington
2013 Methven Award for Innovation and Excellence in Industrial Design
2013
Skills
3ds Max,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop,
Keyshot,
Microsoft Office,
Rhino Grasshopper,
Solidworks,
3D Printing,
3D Scanning,
Autocad,