Bo Baird
Bodbaird@gmail.com
Effective Communicator
Thoughtful Designer
Wide Ranging Fabrication Skills
Skills
Wood
Bending, Cutting, Lamination, Construction, Finish
Metal
Fabrication, Machining, Forging, Casting, Welding
Composites
Repair, Mold Making, Vacuum Infusion, Wet Layup
Plastics
Vacuum forming, Injection Molding, Machining, 3D Printing
Softgoods
Sewing, Pattern making, Repair, Waterproofing, Alteration
Software
Fusion 360
Keyshot
Solidworks
RINO
Photoshop
InDesign
Illustrator
Stable Diffusion
Education
Western Washington University Industrial Design (2019-2021)
Designer, Maker, Thinker: Graduate of the competitive Industrial Design program at Western Washington University. Trained in diversified design thinking, visual communication, manufacturing / fabrication methods, team initiated and executed projects.
Designer, Maker, Thinker: Graduate of the competitive Industrial Design program at Western Washington University. Trained in diversified design thinking, visual communication, manufacturing / fabrication methods, team initiated and executed projects.
Experience
Young Life Malibu Summer Staff (Summer 2022)
Ski Boat Driver & Watersports Coach: 200 hours operating 2020 Nautique wake boats in oceanic waters with heavy boat and seaplane traffic while towing and teaching people of various skill levels wakeboarding and water skiing. Maintained a fun learning environment while effectively communicating with campers, camp staff, boaters, and seaplane pilots. Responsibly managed risk in wide ranging weather and water conditions.
Ski Boat Driver & Watersports Coach: 200 hours operating 2020 Nautique wake boats in oceanic waters with heavy boat and seaplane traffic while towing and teaching people of various skill levels wakeboarding and water skiing. Maintained a fun learning environment while effectively communicating with campers, camp staff, boaters, and seaplane pilots. Responsibly managed risk in wide ranging weather and water conditions.
ZERO Electric Motorcycles (July 2021 - Sep 2021)
Industrial Design Intern: Participated in foundational design decision making of a new motorcycle platform by contributing thinking, visualization, ergonomics testing, sketching, CAD modeling and prototyping. Attended and contributed to meetings including company directors and officers.
Industrial Design Intern: Participated in foundational design decision making of a new motorcycle platform by contributing thinking, visualization, ergonomics testing, sketching, CAD modeling and prototyping. Attended and contributed to meetings including company directors and officers.
Western Washington University Shop (2020-2021)
Teaching Assistant, Safety Official, Instructor, Mechanic: Conducted maintenance on various shop equipment. Instructed students on the safe and effective use of shop equipment. Assisted students in achieving project goals by aiding with problem solving. Struck a balance of showing students how, and letting them figure things out for themselves. Assisted shop technician with the betterment of the shop organization and infrastructure.
Teaching Assistant, Safety Official, Instructor, Mechanic: Conducted maintenance on various shop equipment. Instructed students on the safe and effective use of shop equipment. Assisted students in achieving project goals by aiding with problem solving. Struck a balance of showing students how, and letting them figure things out for themselves. Assisted shop technician with the betterment of the shop organization and infrastructure.
Western Washington University Formula SAE Team (2018-2019)
Ergonomics and Controls Technician, Metal Part Fabrication, Race Track and Pit Worker: Was extensively involved in the fabrication of chassis tubes and brackets. Took part in the fabrication and maintenance of the chassis, braking system, steering system, harnesses and seat bolstering. Am familiar with general automotive mechanics and maintenance, and autocross track work.
Ergonomics and Controls Technician, Metal Part Fabrication, Race Track and Pit Worker: Was extensively involved in the fabrication of chassis tubes and brackets. Took part in the fabrication and maintenance of the chassis, braking system, steering system, harnesses and seat bolstering. Am familiar with general automotive mechanics and maintenance, and autocross track work.
Exotic Aquatics Scuba & Kayak (2015 - 2018)
Kayak Guide, Watercraft Instructor, Rental Logistician: Responsible for equipping scuba and kayak renters with appropriate gear for their outing, transporting renters to the water, and informing renters on technique and safety. Experience guiding sea kayak tours in oceanic waters with groups up to 12 people. I have been trained and certified in kayak rescue and re-entry techniques, emergency first responder techniques, and am open water scuba certified.
Kayak Guide, Watercraft Instructor, Rental Logistician: Responsible for equipping scuba and kayak renters with appropriate gear for their outing, transporting renters to the water, and informing renters on technique and safety. Experience guiding sea kayak tours in oceanic waters with groups up to 12 people. I have been trained and certified in kayak rescue and re-entry techniques, emergency first responder techniques, and am open water scuba certified.
Robotics team 4915 Spartronics (2015 - 2017)
Machinist, Mechanic, CAD Operator, Designer, Team Leader, Team Captain: Learned various mechanics, CAD, machining and engineering skills. Developed professional interpersonal communication and leadership skills. Supervisor was Enrique Chee, robotics coach, physics teacher and head of the science department at Bainbridge Island High School.
Machinist, Mechanic, CAD Operator, Designer, Team Leader, Team Captain: Learned various mechanics, CAD, machining and engineering skills. Developed professional interpersonal communication and leadership skills. Supervisor was Enrique Chee, robotics coach, physics teacher and head of the science department at Bainbridge Island High School.
Shop, Design, CAD, Composites classes (2014 - 2018)
Student: Graduated from Bainbridge Island High School with a 3.6 cumulative GPA. I have taken design / fabrication oriented classes including wood shop, engineering drafting and design, technical graphics and advanced composites. My shop and design instructor is Preston Michaels.
Student: Graduated from Bainbridge Island High School with a 3.6 cumulative GPA. I have taken design / fabrication oriented classes including wood shop, engineering drafting and design, technical graphics and advanced composites. My shop and design instructor is Preston Michaels.