Samuel Larsen
All work
Résumé · Industrial designer

Samuel Larsen

My lifelong love of creating and my background in audio engineering influence the way I navigate the design process. I gravitate toward what is fresh and unfamiliar, yet timeless.

samueljlarsen@gmail.comLinkedIn
Experience
June – September 2025Grand Rapids, MI

Industrial Design Intern · Steelcase

  • Translated research insights into practical yet original product design concepts.
  • Developed ideas through sketching, rapid prototyping, and physical and digital models.
  • Collaborated with engineers, marketers and project managers to conceptualize holistic design solutions.
  • Assisted senior designers with documentation, presentations and iterative design development.
December 2022 – PresentBellingham, WA

Barista · Woods Coffee

  • Work in a team under pressure and in fast-paced situations.
  • Operate POS while cheerfully helping customers.
  • Keep the store clean and orderly to promote a safe workplace.
January 2023 – September 2024Bellingham, WA

Store Representative · Ideal

  • Assisted in product curation.
  • Engaged with customers using a thorough knowledge of contemporary design.
  • Opened and closed the store independently.
February 2020 – May 2021Summerlin, NV

Product Specialist and QC · DaniDesignsCo.

  • Ensured proper measurements and consistency in custom curtain orders before cutting and sewing.
  • Inspected each outgoing product in detail to confirm high quality.
February 2018 – September 2019Las Vegas, NV

A2 and Stagehand · Rhino Staging & Event Solutions

  • Built concert stages and installed audio systems.
  • Worked closely with team members to allocate labor and finish assignments quickly and to a high standard.
  • Completed critical tasks safely while remaining efficient.
  • Maintained a professional, focused demeanor while working with high-profile clients.
Education

Western Washington University

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Design

June 2026

IDSA Chapter Director of Outreach, 2024–25

Coursework: design fundamentals, 3D modeling and prototyping, design for manufacturing, visual communication, design research and trend analysis, collaborative design projects

College of Southern Nevada

Certificate, Music Business and Technology

May 2018 · GPA 4.0
Skills
Design processModel makingWoodworkingElectronicsSewingAudio expertiseSketchingUser researchCMF
Tools
SolidWorksRhinocerosKeyShotFusion 360Gravity SketchBlenderAdobe SuiteFigmaProcreateVizcomClaude CodeAvid Pro Tools