CONTACT
alexbarbaras.com
alexandr.barbaras@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/alexandr-barbaras
EXPERIENCE
Tool., Inc.
Industrial Designer
Collaborated within a multidisciplinary design and engineering consultancy team to develop innovative, user-centered products from concept through production. Contributed expertise in product market research, concept generation, visualization, CAD modeling, prototyping, testing and design for manufacturing across diverse industries including consumer goods, industrial equipment, and soft goods. Partnered with engineers and clients to balance aesthetics, functionality, and manufacturability.
Jul 2024 - Mar 2026
Whooshh Innovations
Industrial Designer
Led the rendering and visualization of existing products, enhancing their presentation and appeal. Created context-specific renders, providing tailored visual solutions that effectively communicated product value to potential clients. Contributed to the development of the company's brand language, ensuring a cohesive and impactful brand identity across various platforms. Involved in web and UX design, optimizing user experience and interface design to align with the company’s technological and aesthetic standards.
Jun 2023 - Present
Western Washington University
Graphic Designer
Led graphic design projects for the new Teaching and Learning Center, producing a range of materials including graphics, posters, directional signs, icons, and custom artwork. Collaborated effectively with university staff to ensure designs were in line with institutional branding and the center's educational objectives.
Jun 2022 - Dec 2023
ENERPAC Tool Group
Industrial Design Co-op
Refreshed an existing product, leading the process with innovative design approaches. Collaborated in the development of new products. Assisted in formulating brand guidelines. Engaged in digital product rendering and sketching. Contributed to prototyping efforts, transforming ideas into tangible models for design validation and improvement.
Aug 2022 - Dec 2022
EDUCATION
Western Washington University
Bachelors of Science, Industrial Design
SOFTWARE
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Fresco
Adobe XD
Affinity Designer 2
Affinity Photo 2
Affinity Publisher 2
Capture One
Figma
Miro
Solidworks
Fusion 360
Blender
KeyShot
Procreate
Krita
Sketchbook Pro
Gravity Sketch
Microsoft 365
Industrial design
CAD modeling
CAD rendering
Context rendering
Photography
Graphic design
Sketching
Prototyping
Visualization
UX design
Wireframing
User research
Concept generation
Testing & validation
Human factors
User-centric design
Conceptual design
Design thinking
Fluent
Russian
Native
Ukrainian
Native
Gagauz Dili
Native
LANGUAGES
English
DESIGN SKILLS