Ollie N.
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Experience

  • PRODUCT DESIGNER Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) · Full-time Jan 2024 – Present 2 yrs 5 mos United Kingdom Designed a safety-focused product for the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK).

    The aim was to improve water safety and reduce risks around waterways across the UK.

    The project focused on creating a practical, user-centred solution designed for real-world use in public environments.
  • Product Designer Upwork · Freelance Jan 2024 – Present 2 yrs 5 mos United Kingdom I worked as a freelance product designer, helping individuals, startups, and small businesses turn ideas into manufacturable, high-quality products. I specialised in taking concepts from early development through to production-ready CAD and prototyping.

    My focus was on creating products that were functional, visually refined, and optimised for real-world manufacturing, including 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection moulding.

    I regularly worked with clients to develop concepts, build accurate 3D CAD models, produce technical drawings, and iterate designs based on feedback to meet both design and commercial goals.

    Key Skills:
    • Concept development and ideation
    • 3D CAD modelling (Fusion 360 & Blender)
    • Product rendering and visualisation
    • Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
    • Prototyping and design iteration
    • Technical drawings and specifications

    I aimed to bridge the gap between design and engineering, delivering products that were ready for production.

Education

  • Leeds Becket University Product Design, Product Design and Graphic Design, First 2021 – 2024 Activities and Societies: null

Other experience

  • Web Designer & Developer I design and develop modern, user-focused websites that balance clean aesthetics with strong performance and functionality. My work covers both front-end design and development, allowing me to take projects from initial concept through to a fully functional, responsive website.

    I specialise in creating visually engaging layouts, intuitive user experiences, and optimised web performance. Whether it's a portfolio site, e-commerce store, or business landing page, I focus on delivering solutions that not only look professional but also convert and perform effectively across all devices.

    Key Skills & Tools:

    Responsive Web Design (Mobile-first approach)
    Front-end Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
    UI/UX Design & Prototyping
    Website optimisation & performance improvements
    Basic back-end integration and CMS setup (if applicable)

    I combine my background in product design with web development to create digital experiences that are both functional and visually refined.

    Portfolio / Links:
    https://oceanwebsites.uk/features

    Website: www.oceanwebsites.uk

    If you want, I can tailor this more specifically to the exact tools you use (like React, WordPress, Shopify, etc.) or make it more beginner-friendly vs high-end professional.

Licenses & Certifications

  • Architecture CAD Essential Training Linked In Learning Apr 2022 – Present See credential
  • Fusion 360 Expert Training Linked In Learning Feb 2022 – Present See credential
  • Solid Works Essential Training Linked In Learning Dec 2021 – Present See credential
  • Fusion 360 Essential Training Linked Learning Jan 2021 – Present See credential