Trevor Heder

Senior Industrial Designer

2022 – Present

-Lead the design team in conceptualizing and developing high performing and visually stunning carbon fiber mountain bikes. -Responsible for the development of multiple bikes from early ideation to final production -Create the 3D models used for both prototyping and manufacturing -Work closely with manufactures to maintain the highest quality product as well as ensure our designs are efficiently utilizing the most recent manufacturing capabilities and technologies. -Assist in the building and testing of physical prototypes

Industrial Designer

2019 – Present

2022 Design and Innovation award for designing the Pivot Firebird

Industrial Designer

2018 – 2019

Product design of bicycles and components. Involved in all aspects of design process from conception to development. -Participate in every phase of product development: research, ideation, sketching, and prototyping - Create 3D models and realistic renderings - Oversee multiple products through development and into production -Directly communicate and work with overseas manufacturers in China

Head Designer/ Founder

2016 – 2019

- Designed and created revolutionary new product for bike storage - Winner of the Edson and New Venture Challenge Awards -Winner of the Venture Devils Pitch Play offs and Demo Day Competitions - Launched successful Kickstarter Campaign

Industrial Designer

2018 – 2018

- Concept development and visual presentations through sketches - CAD modeling using Solidworks - 3D rendering using Keyshot - Prototyping and model making using a wide variety of materials and tools - Regular meetings to collaborate with clients and set project deliverable dates

Industrial Design Intern

2017 – 2017

Product design of outdoor handheld power tools. Involved in all aspects of design process from conception to development across a wide range of brands and products. -Participated in every phase of product development: research, ideation, sketching, and concept refinement - Regularly presented sketches and concepts for developing products - Created 3D models and realistic renderings - Oversaw multiple products through development and into production

Branding Assistant Director Intern

2013 – 2014

-Consulted with product designers concerning functionality for bike apparel and jerseys -Personally designed a series of racing bike jerseys -Helped plan and design promotional marketing activities -Was the host for the companies biannual product showcase -Spoke and presented in Chinese for several road shows around China -Translated documents from English to Chinese and Chinese to English -Managed the companies blog and different product promotions via social media -Was one of the companies representatives at the International Beijing ISPO Expo

Student Manager

2012 – 2013

- Was a student manager of an outdoor retail store with 20 employees. - Helped plan, coordinate, and direct affairs necessary to move the store into a bigger location. - Shared product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations. - Developed relationships within the community to strengthen and expand customer base to increase sales opportunities. - Personally interviewed all applicants for open positions - Kept inventory and was in charge of ordering all products on the retail floor. - Managed the work schedule for 20 employees at a time. - Drafted documents for purchase orders and invoices.

River Rafting Guide

2010 – 2012

-Led guided river rafting tours down the Green River in southern Utah -Transported, maintainied, and repaired river rafting equipment -Trained and supervised new rafting guides

Bike and Ski Mechanic

2010 – 2012

- Worked as both a lead ski and bike mechanic - Performed everything from basic tune-ups to complete overhauls and modifications as requested or needed by customers. - Made all orders for tools, components, and replacement equipment used in the shop.

Master's degree

2015 – 2018

Chinese

2010 – 2014

Chinese

2013 – 2014