Whipsaw Internship
Disciplines: Industrial Design
Software: Rhino, Solidworks, Keyshot, Procreate, Illustrator, Photoshop
Time: 2025, 6 months
At Whipsaw, I contributed to the design and development of a diverse range of products, including dive navigation systems, medical devices, slot machine gaming systems, luxury hardware, headphones, water filtration systems and trade show installations. Due to NDA restrictions, specific project details cannot be shared publicly, but further information is available upon request.
Adventure Technology - Underwater Navigation Device
I contributed to the design and development of an underwater navigation device for scuba divers, supporting the project from early concept through final refinement. My work involved creating and exploring design directions within the constraints of internal hardware, proprietary technology, and compatibility with standard dive equipment. I produced sketches, CAD models, prototypes, and renderings, collaborating closely with the client, UX teams and appearance model makers to refine the product’s form, usability, and integration.
Exhibit Design - Trade Show Environment
In conjunction with the device design, I also contributed to the creation of a trade show environment for its product launch at the DEMA tradeshow in November 2025. Working closely with fabricators, the branding team and appearance model makers, I helped design display structures and an immersive booth experience that highlighted the product’s features and conveyed its design language to a broader audience.
Consumer Electronics - Audio Headphones
Translated concept sketches into refined CAD and renderings for design visualization and review
Consumer Goods - Water Filtration
Developed CAD and renderings from sketches to visualize and communicate a new water filtration concept for Brita.
Medical Devices - Endoscopic Instruments
I contributed to the conceptual development of electronic endoscopic instruments, focusing on improving ergonomic comfort and functional performance. Through practitioner interviews and iterative exploration in sketching, CAD, and rendering, I helped translate user insights into refined design directions.
Luxury Hardware - Modular Portable Design
I contributed to the refinement of a high-end portable device within the personal wellness and lifestyle technology space. My work centered on developing modular internal configurations, exterior detailing, and material finishes to achieve a balance between technical functionality and luxury aesthetics. I explored and advanced design directions through sketching, CAD modeling, prototyping, and rendering in close collaboration with the internal design team.
Entertainment Systems - Cashless Gaming Concept
Contributed to the conceptual design of a next-generation slot machine focused on a cashless gaming experience. Explored lighting behavior, interaction gestures, and form development to create a more engaging and contemporary user experience.