micahid@live.com
206-817-6896

San Francisco, CA

CV

Micah B. Omaits
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

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Current Work:

PLANET LABS SAN FRANCISCO, CA
MAR 2015 - PRESENT
DESIGNER & FABRICATOR - CONTRACTOR
Complete production of multiple presentation quality models with display stands and travel cases.  Other engineering and laser cutting work.

URBAN PUTT SAN FRANCISCO, CA
FEB 2015 - PRESENT
DESIGNER, FABRICATOR & CONSULTANT
Design and installation of new course features while business was in operation.  3D CAD work in Rhino, Shopbot operation and complete assembly of final course features.


past WORK:

TECH SHOP SAN FRANCISCO, CA
MAY 2014 - JAN 2015
FRONT DESK INCEPTIONIST
Assisted members with shop knowledge and managed machine reservations. Redesigned shop labels for professional appearance and ease of identification.

QUBIT PUNK SAN FRANCISCO, CA
JUN 2014 - SEP 2014
PROP DESIGNER & FABRICATOR
Collaborated with director to develop and build the physical embodiment of the plots central character, as well as other story-element props.

URBAN PUTT SAN FRANCISCO, CA
AUG 2013 - JUN 2014
DESIGNER, TESTER & FABRICATOR
Worked across numerous roles in a large team to design, test, fabricate and finish San Francisco’s first indoor miniature golf course.

SOLOMATRIX BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, WA
DEC 2010 - JUN 2012
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN INTERN
Extensive problem solving and collaboration with mechanical engineers to solve high-tolerance design issues.  Responsible for ID direction and development.

ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY SAN FRANCISCO, CA
DEC 2009 - DEC 2011
STUDENT TUTOR
Worked to enhance student’s knowledge of Rhinoceros 3D modeling application. One on one and group sessions.

Operations:

I frequently work through a number of mediums to produce my projects and have become familiar with:

  • 3D / 2D Computer CAD
  • Shopbot CNC oriented design, production, and operation.
  • Laser Cutting and Rastering.
  • Woodworking and Metalworking.
  • Project Management and Client Relations.

SKILLS:

OTHER STUFF I’M GOOD AT:

  • I am 6’7” tall and can serve as a 99th percentile human figure for various ergonomics and accessibility studies.
  • I’m a photographer and film maker. In my spare time I produce making-of films and various documentaries.
  • I am also an avid concept artist.

SKETCHING

  • Pen
  • Pencil
  • Marker
  • Chalk
  • Photoshop
  • Sketchbook Pro

SOFTWARE

  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • Premire PRO
  • After Effects
  • Rhino 5.0 3D + Rendering
  • SolidWorks
  • AutoCAD
  • Sketchbook Pro
  • Painter

MODEL MAKING

  • Sketch Modeling
  • Fast Foam Prototyping
  • Sculpting
  • Silicone Molding
  • Fiberglass
  • HLVP Painting
  • Lathe & Mill
  • Metal Shop Experience
  • Full Knowledge of Power Tools
  • Familiar with 2D cutting methods as well as 3D printing and CNC.

INSIGHT

I am well-versed in technology trends as well as world affairs.


EDUCATION:

ADDITIONAL STUDIES IN:

  • User Interface & Experience
  • Graphic Design & Comping
  • Photography
  • Sacred Geometry
  • Urban Sociology
  • Neon Sculpture
  • Astronomy

ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
JAN 2009 - AUG 2013

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN - BFA
Product Design Emphasis
SPRING SHOW 2013 Double Selection
Graduated May 2013