1. George RussellBSc (hons)
M: 07453992126 E: Georgerussell1994@gmail.com
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/george-russell-764048b3
Personal Profile
I am a BSc Product Design graduate with a fascination for problem solving and the design process. I have
recently finished university, which included a placement year, and I am looking for a role that can turn me
into an expert in my field. I am passionate about design and driven to show myself to be a professional and
innovative designer.
Key Skills
- Excellent ‘Starter finisher’
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- High standards
- Good communicator
- Computer literate
- Accomplished user of MS Office, Solid Works, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Matlab
and Arduino programming software
- Troubleshooting
- Enthusiastic
- Self-motivated
- Excellent problem solving skills
Achievements
- 2:1 BSc (Hons) Product Design from Nottingham Trent University
- Final year major study project published by the University, which led to significant interest,
interviews and awareness of an important issue.
- Two successful placements during sandwich year
- Successfully working with international clients during placement year
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award
- Diploma in Professional Practise
- Student member of the Institute of Engineering Designers (IED)
Education
Nottingham Trent University- School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment 2012 – 2016
Degree: BSc (Hons) Product Design (Sandwich)
Classification: 2:1
Key Modules Undertaken: Design studies, projects (inc. live briefs), materials and manufacturing, design
management, applied technology & technology, materials and manufacture.
Major Study Project: ‘The Design and development of a device to detect the causes of concussion in
sportsmen and women’. Final year study project was subsequently published by the University. I have also
been interviewed by BBC Radio, articles in Forty 20 magazine and Welwyn Hatfield Times publication, as
well as fantastic feedback and interest shown by Nottingham Rugby Club.
URL to Nottingham Trent University publication: http://www4.ntu.ac.uk/apps/news/187239-
6/Designer_uses_his_head_to_tackle_rugby’s_concussion_problem.aspx
Portfolio of works available upon request

2. Stanborough and Monks Walk School Sixth Form 2010 – 201
A Level: 320 UCAS Points
Subjects: Product Design, Physics, Geography & Certificate in Personal Finance (Critical Thinking AS
Level)
Stanborough School 2005 to 2010
11 GCSEs A* to C Grades- Graphics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths, English Language & Literature,
Statistics, History, ICT (double award), Religious Studies, and an Animation qualification.
Experience
Employer: YouMakeIt
Position: Design Intern
From/To: April 2015 – September 2015
Responsibilities:I was a design Intern during my placement year at University, troubleshooting concepts
and preparing those concepts for launch into the market place. Our goal was ‘bringing anyone’s bespoke,
unique and custom made ideas to life’. My key responsibilities were taking part in design contests and
developing briefs, along with expanding the network of users, designers and manufacturers. I won the first
project using the platform, designing a new hydroponics product. During my time I also designed a laptop
stand and several other products to prove the platform worked. This, along with pitching to investors
allowed for funds to be raised. The goal is to revolutionise the design and manufacture of products.
Employer: Chapman Ventilation
Position: Design Engineer
From/To: August 2014 – June 2015
Responsibilities:I spent the first part of my placement year with Chapman Ventilation, creating bespoke
ventilation systems for restaurants throughout the UK and abroad. Using CAD (Soligworks, AutoCAD
Light), I was part of the team designing all Five Guys kitchen equipment, for example, heated table,
labelling station, burger press etc. My designs are in many high profile establishments, including Nandos,
The Restaurant Group, Jamie’s Italian and more. I worked on the designs from concept to the finished
article.
Personal Interests and Further Information
My passion is sport, particularly Rugby. I have played from a young age and watch club and international
games. I also enjoy playing a wider range or sports and was nominated Vice Captain of my university
hockey team.
Full UK Driving Licence
References
Academic Reference: Matthew Watkins, Lecturer and Course Leader
Professional Reference: Dan Hatcher, Senior Design Engineer
Personal Reference: James Keatinge, Director
Contact details available upon request