Kadir E.

Experience

• FREE LANCER Freelance · Freelance Jan 2021 – Present 5 yrs 4 mos United Kingdom As a freelance designer, I’ve worked on a variety of personal projects, including 3D- printed designs and custom furniture creation. These projects have allowed me to explore innovative design solutions, from conceptualisation to prototyping and production. Through hands-on experience with 3D printing and crafting functional, aesthetically driven furniture, I have gained a stronger insights of materials, ergonomics, and the technical aspects of production. Managing my own projects has also sharpened my skills in project management, client communication, and adapting to unique design challenges.
• Designer Monocle · Full-time Jan 2023 – Jul 2023 6 mos United Kingdom In my role at Monocle Magazine, I collaborated with brands like Kintails, Valstar, A Kind of Guise, and Nanamica to redesign collaborative pieces for their online shop, including winter jackets, leather dog collars, and tote bags.
• Junior Designer Sitting Firm · Full-time Jan 2019 – Jul 2019 6 mos United Kingdom I gained a deeper understanding of manufacturing processes and craftsmanship by learning a variety of traditional techniques from master craftsmen. This hands-on experience not only enhanced my skills in quick model building and precision craftsmanship but also taught me how to effectively collaborate within a team and meet tight deadlines. One of the highlights of my training was designing and crafting my own chair alongside a master craftsman, further refining my understanding of both design and production processes.