Jim Kershaw
Industrial Designer
What's new?
So I've come to the conclusion that I would like to have one life changing experience per year...
Not a bad goal right? So this year, I am planning on attending a 12 Day Mountaineering School at the Kahiltna Glacier with Alpine Ascents International in Alaska.
Who?
What I'm really about:
When not designing, I can be found wrenching on my project car (87' BMW 325is) or outdoors. I am a catch & release fisherman who loves travel, culture, and sushi (but wont eat seafood any other way).
I like to think I work well under pressure, so I am constantly looking for the next adventure/challenge to improve my skillset and make me feel uncomfortable. Trial and Error always taught me better than books.
Contact Info
- E-mail: jim@jkersh.com
- Location: Charlotte, NC
- Website: www.JKERSH.com (but you obviously already knew that)
Design Experience
Irwin Tools · Industrial Designer
2010 – Present
- Responsible for new product development for IRWIN Tools, LENOX, Hilmor, Shur-line, Ashland, and Bulldog Hardware brands.
- Additional design support for the Sharpie, Papermate, and Rubbermaid Brands.
- Responsible for traveling to China to oversee production, ensure quality control, and design intent is met for the entire IRWIN Folding Utility Knife product line.
- Conduct field research and prototype testing with end user to understand their needs and product frustrations throughout the design process.
- Effectively work alongside global team members to develop products acceptable in all international regions.
- Continuously elevate the IRWIN design language serving as the Industrial Design lead on each assigned project.
JKERSH.com · Freelance Designer
2005 – PresentProduct, Interaction, and Brand design projects for F.I.F.A (Club Deportivo Inc), MTV, Groupon, m8Denim and other various clientele.
Skills
Professional
Industrial Design
Interaction Design
Brand Development
Creative Direction
Concept Development
Design Research
Sketching
Model Making
Manufacturing Processes
Global Communication
3D Printing
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
Solidworks
keyshot
Rhino 4.0
HTML/CSS
Microsoft Office
Personal
Creativity
Vintage BMWs
Organization
Problem Solving
Time Management
Fishing
Backpacking
Cooking
High-5's and Fist Pounds
Social