David Kahn is seeking a position applying his industrial design, CAD, and technical writing skills in a manufacturing setting. He has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and English and certifications in mathematics education. His experience includes technical writing, marketing communications, product design and drafting using SolidWorks and Mastercam. He also has experience teaching mathematics at the high school and alternative school levels.

1. David Kahn
120B Swannanoa Ave. Asheville, NC 28806
Phone: 828-775-5463 Email: dmkahn03@yahoo.com
Objective Former high school Math and English teacher seeking to apply industrial design, Adobe
and CAD/CAM skills in a manufacturing setting.
Education January 2013—May 2014 Keene State College Keene, NH
• Individualized Major in Industrial Design (Dec. 2014), 3.8 GPA
• CSWA in SolidWorks; Mastercam Mill (Level I) certified
• Marketing Manager and acting President for Manufacturing Enterprises; created
original design for belt buckle-money clip (Fall 2013)
• Devised original concept and assisted in CNC machining of brass key for
Presidential Inauguration Keepsake (2014)
• Completed Courses: SolidWorks, Adv. SolidWorks. Manufacturing Enterprises,
Mastercam, Product Design I-III, SURGE Undergraduate Research, Materials & Life
Cycles, Machining Bootcamp, Metal Processing, Adobe Workshop, Electronics,
Woodworking I
January 2005—May 2006 UNC-Asheville Asheville, NC
• Certificate of Major in Pure Mathematics, 3.4 GPA
• Part time assistant in UNCA Math lab
• Certified in Math, Grades 9-12 including Calculus, September, 2006
1996--2000 Brandeis University Waltham, MA
• B.A. Psychology, B.A. English and American Literature (with Honors) May 2000
• Secondary Education Teacher Certification Program, with student teaching
• Provisional Certification, with Advanced Standing for Secondary Level English
Related July 2015—Present Vertique, Inc.-ITTWA Asheville, NC
Experience Technical Writer (Contracted)
• Responsible for updating and completing software user manuals for Vertique’s VPS
software system using Adobe FrameMaker.
• Created “Quick Start Guides” for usage with warehouse workers to facilitate repair
and maintenance of Vertique’s automated equipment.
• Assisted in the development of training materials and program for warehouses.
• Maintained written and photo documentation on warehouse locations designed by
Vertique.
• Worked closely with PLC, IT, and QA departments to ensure accurate and up to date
documentation.
July 2014—June 2015 Filtrine Manufacturing Co. Keene, NH
Marketing Communications Mgr./Drafter
• Responsible for editing, creating, and cataloguing all engineering bulletins,
maintenance manuals, & sales literature using InDesign, PhotoShop, & Illustrator.
• Designed and published 2015 Drinking Water Brochure.
• Reverse engineered drinking water fountain components in order to build component
and product library of SolidWorks parts, assemblies, and drawings.
• Implemented SolidWorks for complete overhaul of product drawings.
• Updated existing drinking water product designs.
• Collaborated with Drinking Water Division in research & development of product
designs and configurations.

2. • Assisted in the creation and caretaking of all ISO documents.

3. Additional July 2013 – August 2013 C&S Wholesalers Keene, NH
Employment Human Resources Intern
• Catalogued and analyzed data on existing employment pay structures for VP of HR.
July 2010 –November 2012 Navitat Canopy Adventures Barnardsville, NC
Assistant Guide, Photographer
February 2012—June 2012 Buncombe Community High School
Swannanoa, NC Interim Title II Math Teacher
• Served as Interim Title II Math teacher at Buncombe County’s alternative high
school, teaching Integrated Math II and Integrated Math I.
August 2010—June 2011 Eliada Academy Asheville, NC
Math Teacher
• Created and implemented daily lesson plans for middle school math (combined 6-8th
grade) and high school math (Intro to Algebra/Algebra I).
• Worked with diverse students of varying skill, intelligence, and behavioral levels in
order to help them learn academic and social skills & reintegrate to public schools.
• Acted as advocate for 4-5 students & updated progress/regression in Team meetings.
September 2006—May 2010 West Henderson High Hendersonville, NC
Math Teacher
• Created and implemented daily lesson plans aligned with state curriculum for
Discrete Math, Tech Math I/II, and Career Math.
• Taught English I and Algebra I in Summer Recovery Program.
• Staff advisor to West Henderson Outdoor club.
February 2004—December 2005 Huntington Learning Center Asheville, NC
Private tutor
• In-classroom tutor for four classes of standard biology
• Private SAT tutor for Huntington SAT program and math tutor for Algebra through
Calculus, including IMPs.
March 2002-June 2002 Contracted work for On Location Education Boston, MA
Private Tutor and Instructor
• Provided individual instruction for three 10th graders and one 6th grader in the
recording industry in the subjects of History, Math, Science, and English/Reading.
• Created daily lesson plans, writing assignments and assessments.
• Maintained frequent correspondence and attended meetings with guidance
counselors, administrators, and On Location to provide updates on student progress.
Skills Language: Proficient understanding of Spanish
Computer: CSWA in SolidWorks, Level I Mill Cert. in Mastercam; Proficient in Adobe
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, FrameMaker; Proficient in MS Excel, Word,
Powerpoint, Minitab.
General: Strong analytical & logistical skills; able to work well and take charge in group
settings; extensive experience with designing/drawing images & slogans; proficient in
blueprint reading, GD&T; prototyping; experienced photographer; highly creative; quick
learner; strong interpersonal and conflict management skills.
References and portfolio samples available upon request.