Hello, my name is Abigail Checkley! I am passionate about designing human-centered products that enhance user experiences. I ultimately hope to bring people joy. I look forward to combining my passion for creating with my love for people.
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- Interviewed patients and designed a remote monitoring system to enhance the user treatment experience and address geographic/socioeconomic disparity issues within Multiple Sclerosis care. (Soft Goods) Skills: Collaborative Problem Solving · User Interviews · Packaging Design · User Research · Figma (Software) · Consumer Textiles · Product Development · Project Management · Prototyping · SOLIDWORKS · Soft Goods Design · CAD Illustration
- Developed and refined a conceptual furniture collection designed to maximize underutilized office spaces. - Collaborated with the design team to define, critique, and iterate on a brief for a relational work system project. - Engaged with industry professionals in sustainability, project management, ergonomics, spacial experience, materials, and manufacturing to gain a comprehensive understanding of product development and launch. Skills: Collaborative Problem Solving · Figma (Software) · Presentation Skills · Project Management · Industrial Design · Sketching · Concept Development · SOLIDWORKS
- Collaborated with Purdue IDSA and Cotopaxi Design team to research, ideate, and refine a multipurpose travel backpack concept. Skills: Collaborative Problem Solving · Concept Generation · Presentation Skills · Market Research · Prototyping
- Prototyped a line of Play-Doh products aimed at increasing engagement for young adults. Skills: Computer-Aided Design (CAD) · Digital Sketching · Toy Design · Packaging Design · Creative Ideation · Presentation Skills · Market Research · Prototyping · Concept Development · Graphic Design Principles · SOLIDWORKS · Adobe Creative Suite · Keyshot
- Gathered user insights to create an adaptable sink promoting accessibility and independence for aging individuals. - Awarded 2nd Place for product innovation by Delta Design and Engineering Teams. Skills: Computer-Aided Design (CAD) · Digital Sketching · Manufacturing Processes · 3D Rendering · Presentation Skills · Market Research · Prototyping · Concept Development · SOLIDWORKS · Keyshot
- Explored product opportunities and designed a sustainable laptop case to increase efficiency for business travelers. Skills: Presentations · Computer-Aided Design (CAD) · Digital Sketching · CMF · Presentation Skills · Market Research · Concept Development · SOLIDWORKS · Keyshot · Attention to Detail
- Collaborated with Purdue IDSA and Sonos Design team to research, ideate, model and refine three product concepts for Sonos, Inc. Skills: Computer-Aided Design (CAD) · Digital Sketching · Collaborative Problem Solving · Figma (Software) · Market Research · Concept Development · Research Skills · Keyshot
- Researched and developed bicycle visibility concepts, prioritizing the user experience and safety for riders and drivers. Skills: Computer-Aided Design (CAD) · Digital Sketching · Critical Thinking · Figma (Software) · Presentation Skills · Market Research · Concept Development · SOLIDWORKS · Keyshot
West Lafayette Police Dept · Internship
- Worked to better the relationship between law enforcement and the community through design, events, research, and social media. - Designed infographics, planned local events, generated promotional material, and developed social media templates. Skills: Strategic Thinking · Client Relations · Concept Generation · Project Management · Corporate Branding · Social Media · Adobe Illustrator
- Mentored middle school students in achieving personal and spiritual growth through high adventure activities, lessons, and group challenges. - Cultivated relationships with campers, parents, and other counselors through dynamic interpersonal and problem solving skills.
- Conducted research, planned, and executed UI/UX service design projects that address community issues in and around the Lafayette area. - Founded, promoted, and provided leadership for the club over the course of 3 years. - President: May 2022 - May 2023, Founding Member: August 2021 - August 2024. Skills: Graphics · Written Communication · Communication · Client Relations · Figma (Software) · Project Management · Leadership · Graphic Design
Activities and societies: President/Founding Member of Boiler Design for CommUNITY, External Relations Director for IDSA, John Martinson Honors College. Certificate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Minor in Design & Innovation. Skills: Keyshot · Rhino 3D · Adobe Photoshop · SOLIDWORKS · Adobe Creative Suite
Activities and societies: Theater Troupe #8422 (President, Secretary), Student Council, National Honor Society, German Honor Society, Freshman Mentor, Choir, Ski Racing (SWMSC, CUSSA, Bittersweet JDT, MACC).
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