Simon Ellison

Brooklyn, NY, USA
I 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

Dowse Art Museum

Student Craft Awards - Runner Up

2013

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,