James Thursby
Product Designer
Phone:
508-463-8112
Email:
Location:
Indianapolis, Indiana
A Bit About Me
I have a passion for design, mountain biking, hiking, and cooking. These are more than just hobbies; they are powerful forms of creative expression. Each activity allows for personal interpretation and innovation, whether it's crafting a stunning visual piece, navigating challenging trails, or creating a delicious meal. The thrill of mountain biking and the serenity of hiking inspire fresh ideas, while cooking transforms ingredients into culinary art. Embracing these passions fuels creativity and brings joy in every moment spent exploring and creating.
Work Experience
March 2023 - Present
September 2022- March 2023
June 2020 - September 2020
Westfield Outdoors Product Designer
- Responsible for creating ground up designs for Private Label brands for All major retailers in the world
- Presented line review to Walmart Fishing team with 22 items designed for the Walmart consumer focusing on innovation, function that flows effortlessly with the form while still maintaing a price point to achieve the business
- Communicating with factories in China, Cambodia, and Vietnam using detailed Tec packs and designs to accomplish the goal of the project
- Starting with hand sketches to Illustrator CADs and finally a detailed Tec pack to create a sample for the customer with incorporating innovation and a precise plan designing to each retailer and consumer through trend / market research
Herff Jones 3D Jewelry Designer
- Responsible for modeling championship and high school graduation rings with precise tolerances and design specifications to accurately represent each concept
- Interact with the art department to translate their concepts to manufacturable ideas
- Utilize Rhinoceros 3D and SubD modeling to create rings ordered then use wax 3D printing for metal casting and manufacturing processes
Acushnet Co. Titleist Gear Design Intern
- Production artist for headwear and headcovers for Tec-packs and material choices for manufacturing
- Utilize market research to develop mood boards and concept generation with proficiency in Adobe illustrator
for Titleist’s stars and stripes special collection in material, pattern, colorways, and overall style of the collection
- Communicated with factories dealing with concept generation into final product production