1. 6 Rockford Ave, Hull
North Humberside, HU8 8JD
07880345472
vinnielaudesign@gmail.com
Sheffield Hallam University (2012 - 2015)
BA Hons Product Design
Wilberforce Sixth Form College (2010 - 2012)
4 A Levels (A - B)
Maths (A) Further Maths (B)
Product Design (B) Physical Education (A)
Malet Lambert School (2005 - 2010)
12 GCSE’s (A* - C) Including Maths, English and Science
Design and Technology - B
Website: vinnielaudesign.wix.com/portfolio
I am a hard working individual who has a passion for industrial design and
designing products to fit into the consumer lifestyle. I enjoy bringing ideas
to life, taking concepts and developing them with the potential to provide
an enjoyable consumer experience. I aim to bring high standards to my
work, with the hope that my ideas can make a difference, whilst being
original and stylish at the same time.
3D Real and Virtual
CAD design and understanding
manufacturing processes
Audience and Context
Designing for a specific market,
and considering the user interation
Collaborative Practice
User testing and applying
appropriate materials
Professional Practice
Working in a professional manner,
starting from an initial concept
Morphy Richards Food
Preparation project
Designing a new food preparation
appliance from an initial concept,
generating a possibly new brand
identity/range for Morphy Richards
TimFishDesign Carrying
System Project
Designing a Bike Box to meet the
needs of triathletes when
travelling to competitions and/or
abroad. Employing user insight to
my approach
MODULES LIVE PROJECTS
PERSONAL PROFILE
EDUCATION
SKILLS Illustrator
Design Skills:
Organisation Concept Generation Design Sketching CAD Design Model Making
Photoshop InDesign SolidWorks Microsoft
Office
VINNIE LAU PRODUCT DESIGNER
Portfolio: coroflot.com/vinnielau
Ai Ps SolidWorks
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2. Program and Ropes Specialist at Camp Hayden Marks (2015 + 2016)
Joining the Fresh Air Fund, a summer camp that strive to provide kids an
amazing experience and develop their skills. It is also my role to set an
example for the kids and guiding them to adopt a positive attitude
Hallam Athletics Equipment Officer (2013 - 2015)
Liasing with athletes to cater for their requirements. Planning in advance to
ensure these requirements are met, prior to events and competitions
Tour Maker (July 2014)
Assisting at the Grand Depart of Le Tour de France 2014, hosted in
Yorkshire for the first time, providing aid to spectators, ensuring the event
met the standards and expectations of Le Tour de France
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro 2013
A successful 6 day trek, to scale to the top of the 5895m tall mountain
Prior to the climb, I had to fundraise £2650 for a charity called Practical
Action. Organising events; I developed leadership and communication
skills, as well as confidence. Along the way Commitment and Motivation
helped me reach my target and make it to the highest point of the mountain
I am an lively individual open to trying new things and learning new skills
I enjoy participating in sport - it has given me the ability to work in a team
and also a sense of competitiveness. As part of the Sheffield Hallam
Athletics club, I have completed races from 10k’s to a full marathon
I am also quite adventurous. Aside from my Kilimanjaro trek, I have done
many outdoor activities and am passionate about travelling to places I have
never been before. Hopefully I will get the opportunity to participate in
many more activities and explore many other places around the world
Ropes Facilitator - Camp Hayden Marks (June 2016 - August 2016)
Planning and facilitating rope course activities with the Course Director
Working in an adrenaline filled area, encouraging campers to challenge
themselves whilst boosting skills i.e. Problem solving, Trust and Teamwork
Team Member - Hollywood Bowl (October 2015 - June 2016)
Demonstrating excellent customer service. Maintaining high level standards
and working at a fast pace. Promoting sales at the Lanes, Cafe or Bar in a
friendly manner
Adventure Leader - Camp Hayden Marks (June 2015 - August 2015)
Working at a US Summer Camp, organising and leading activities.
Being energetic and enthusiastic, creating a once in a lifetime experience
WORKING EXPERIENCE
ROLES OF RESPONSIBILITY
ACHIEVEMENTS
INTERESTS
REFERENCES Peter Kaye
Senior Lecturer
Sheffield Hallam University
Howard Street, Sheffield, S1 1WB
0114 225 2660
P.M.Kaye@shu.ac.uk
Richard Evans
Senior Lecturer
Sheffield Hallam University
Howard Street, Sheffield, S1 1WB
0114 225 3013
richard.evans@shu.ac.uk