Adobe Suite
Ryan Chin
UIUX Designer , Instructor
Singapore,Singapore
Summary
I am an Industrial Design graduate with a four-year background in UI/UX and Graphic Design. Fueled by a passion for design and entrepreneurship, I am consistently on the lookout for opportunities and innovative solutions. I specialize in collaborative teamwork, adept at seamlessly integrating diverse ideas into projects. I look forward to contributing my skills and enthusiasm to new challenges.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Instructor, Lead Industry Outreach
National University of Singapore, Division of Industrial Design
2021.08 - Current
- Key responsibilities included curriculum development, outreach initiatives & event coordination and industry engagement.
- Coordinated and facilitated engaging visual communication and design thinking workshops for incoming JC students, contributing to outreach initiatives
- Planned and coordinated exhibitions in collaboration with CapitaLand, strategically showcasing the significance of design education.
- Planned and coordinated visual communication courses, leading to the introduction of the minor in visual communications at NUS in 2023.
- Pioneered the DID Entrepreneurship Initiative, collaborating with NUS Enterprise, encouraging students to recognize and pursue the value of innovative ideas.
Co-Founder, Product & Marketing Lead
Alpha Electrics Singapore Pte Ltd.
2020.06 - 2022.12
- I played a pivotal role in the creation of the brand identity, and product development and go-to-market tests for our Electric Mobility Energy startup.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Successfully secured strategic partnerships with Tanah Merah Country Club and Gardens by the Bay, establishing product testbeds.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts, securing up to $100,000 in grants and funding for Alpha Electrics. Acquired grants from prestigious sources such as NUS GRIP (Graduate Research Innovation Program) and NUS Resilience & Growth Grants.
Product Innovation & Venture Development
NTUitive Pte Ltd.
2020.09 - 2021.07
- During my 12-month contract with NTUITIVE, I undertook the role of Product Innovation & Business Development, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including researchers, venture managers, and mentors, to ensure alignment of product development with market needs and entrepreneurial goals.
- Played a pivotal role in driving product innovation, leveraging research projects from the university to develop commercially viable products and solutions.
- Raised up to $10,000 in grants for specific startup project development
UIUX Intern
Singapore Airlines
2019.12 - 2020.07
- This internship at Singapore Airlines provided a valuable opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of a renowned airline.
- Collaborated closely with the SIA Innovation Lab, actively participating in the coordination and facilitation of innovation workshops both staff and customer facing.
- Led the market research efforts and contributed to the innovation development of specific projects.
Graphic Designer & Marketing
Motorwerks Asia
2019.01 - 2019.04
- As a Graphic Designer & Marketing professional at Motorwerks, I played a key role in crafting content and driving brand visibility
- Spearheaded the conception, creation, and successful launch of the Urbana and original Motorwerks helmet product range
Education
Bachelors of Industrial Design -
2016.08 - 2020.05
Certificate in Game Design & Digital Sculpting - Game Design
2019.04 - 2019.05
Skills
Design Thinkingundefined
Accomplishments
- 06/2023, Motion Design Education Summit (MODE'23), Co-written a research paper : The Emerging Medium of Posters in Motion ; Co-written by R Brian Stone, Ong Kahmin, Siti Norhana
- 09/2023, What If: Design Futures Exhibition, Division of Industrial Design, in Collaboration with Capitaland, Singapore Science Park
- 03/22 - 10/23 Mobile Legends Proffessional League (MPL) commentator, MPL Singapore Seasons 4 - 6, Produced by Moonton Games and Zenway Productions
- 09/2022, Huawei Tech4City Competition 2022, 4th Place, Commendation Prize for Isolert (Attained $1000 in Project Funding)
- 12/2021, NUS GRIP Run 6, NUS Research Grant & Accelerator Programme (Raised $50,000 for Alpha Electrics Pte Ltd.)
- 06/2020, NUS Division of Industrial Design Graduation Show Project Director
- 12/2020, NUS Resilient & Growth Grant, Grant By NUS CFG, NUS Enterprise (Raised $50,000 for Alpha Electrics Pte Ltd.)
- 12/2020, Lean Launchpad Programme (NTU), Hosted by NTUitive, NTU Innovation Centre
- 10/2020, Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) 2020, Invited presentation for Alpha Electrics Pte Ltd.
- 11/2019, Five-Continent Student Symposium '19, Tokyo, Hosted by Tokyo Metropolitant University, in preparation for the Tokyo Olympics 2020
- 08/2018, Design Creation Workshop '18, Seoul, Hosted by Seoul National University Design & Taiwan 2018 Asian Smart Living International School
Software
C++
Rhinoceros
Keyshot
Figma
Sketch
Timeline
Instructor, Lead Industry Outreach - National University of Singapore, Division of Industrial Design
2021.08 - Current
Product Innovation & Venture Development - NTUitive Pte Ltd.
2020.09 - 2021.07
Co-Founder, Product & Marketing Lead - Alpha Electrics Singapore Pte Ltd.
2020.06 - 2022.12
UIUX Intern - Singapore Airlines
2019.12 - 2020.07
Mages Institute - Certificate in Game Design & Digital Sculpting, Game Design
2019.04 - 2019.05
Graphic Designer & Marketing - Motorwerks Asia
2019.01 - 2019.04
National University of Singapore - Bachelors of Industrial Design,
2016.08 - 2020.05
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