Contact
rdannywang@gmail.com
919-889-0510
Education
NC State University
Class of 2024
Bachelor of Industrial Design
Skills
Digital
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Procreate, SOLIDWORKS, Rhino, Keyshot, Final Cut Pro, Figma, WordPress
Analog
Sketching, Marker Rendering, Hands-on Prototyping, Critical Thinking
Experience
Garmin – Industrial Design Intern
May 2023 – Aug 2023
• Participated in a complete product development cycle from initial research to final concept presentation
• Developed conceptual designs that expand Garmin’s dive portfolio, demonstrating integrative thinking to push the boundaries of Garmin’s product design language
• Conducted interviews with professional users, validated designs through physical prototypes, and utilized advanced surface modeling in SOLIDWORKS to achieve optimal design solution
• Engaged in design reviews of other projects alongside experienced designers, gaining valuable insights and distinct perspectives
3M – Industrial Design Intern
June 2022 – Aug 2022
• Generated multiple refined sketch and CAD concepts within the Safety and
Industrial Business Group
• Developed designs to align 3M’s personal safety products with the company’s
established brand design language, enhancing brand identity and user
experience
• Applied research data and user-centered design principles to improve the
functionality and aesthetics of an existing product
• Worked on a collaborative design project with cross-disciplinary teams,
employing system thinking to create scenario models for a skincare solution
NC State College of Design – Gallery Designer
June 2021 – Aug 2021
Worked on designing and building multiple product display units for NC State’s new industrial design building, where many works of alumni are showcased. End products include felt panel graphics, faucet stands, and a levitating shoe wall
Wolfgang A Cappella – Music Director/President
Mar 2023 – May 2024
Acted as Music Director and interim President for a collegiate a cappella group, setting clear goals to drive the group’s musical growth and performance excellency. Responsible for arranging songs, experimenting with musical concepts, and leading the group during rehearsals and workshops
Achievements
Patent: Crayon recycling cartridge
Publication Number-US10144158
NCSU College of Design Leaders Council Meeting Student Presenter
2024 IDSA Student Merit Award Winner
Interests
Breaking (dance), Music, TV & Film, Baking
Ask me about my songwriting projects!!!