Vladimir Usoltsev
Industrial Designer
Moscow, Russia
Experience
Moscow, Russia
Jan 2011 – Present
Industial/3D designer
Soldis Communications is a full-scale branding agency. My main field of work within the agency is centred on structural packaging and creation of images and concepts for print and screen advertising.
Responsible for design,development and visualisation of a range packages, including: glass and plastic bottles, souvenir packaging for leading Russian alcohol and soft drink brands, jewellery and luxury items, household products. Development of the packaging form, translation of the finalised design into 3D file for 3D printing/Prototype creation, creation of detailed technical drawings, and finalising the design for production purposes.
Consulting in retail interiors and development of original promotional and display structures. Creation of images for outdoor and print advertising.
Responsible for design,development and visualisation of a range packages, including: glass and plastic bottles, souvenir packaging for leading Russian alcohol and soft drink brands, jewellery and luxury items, household products. Development of the packaging form, translation of the finalised design into 3D file for 3D printing/Prototype creation, creation of detailed technical drawings, and finalising the design for production purposes.
Consulting in retail interiors and development of original promotional and display structures. Creation of images for outdoor and print advertising.
Moscow, Russia
Feb 2009 – Jun 2010
Industrial Designer
While working for Koros Alliance, I developed a range of Bathroom, Kitchen and Home accessories, which resulted in a catalogue of over 30 products that are in production. As the only designer working on this project my duties included research, concept and ideation, followed by development of the whole range of products. All the products were presented to the client as 3D renderings for approval, after technical drawings and prototypes were produced. All the work had to be thoroughly negotiated with the manufacturer to ensure all the production method limitations were met. Upon confirmation the files for CNC machining were produced and checked for the manufacturing to begin.The project was concluded by an 80 page catalogue of products, 3D rendered in various interiors and environments.
Moscow, Russia
Sep 2008 – Dec 2009
Industrial Designer
Mare Monti is a swiss watch brand that specialises in creation of luxury timepieces. As an Industrial designer in the company my role was to create and develop various timepieces. Design of watch cases, dials, hands and belts with the respect to the limitations of various ETA movements used. 3D Modelling, visualisation and technical drawings for all the timepieces in the range. Direct negotiation with the manufacturer and decision making on the the materials and colour selection. Adaptation of the designs to fit the needs of manufacturing limitations and cost reduction.
My tasks also included design of various display items to be used in shops for displaying the company's product range. 3D visualisation of the whole range of products for catalogues, advertising and press. Packaging design.
My tasks also included design of various display items to be used in shops for displaying the company's product range. 3D visualisation of the whole range of products for catalogues, advertising and press. Packaging design.
Venice, Italy
Jan 2008 – Jul 2008
Designer
Development of an exclusive chandelier for commercial spaces (offices, hotels, bars, restaurants) from concept to detailed implementation of the product in manufacturing (sketches, technical drawings; software and hardware 3D model to scale; design and selection of components and materials in conjunction with technologies available to the company; client presentation).
This was a short contract project.
This was a short contract project.
Biella, Italy
Jul 2007 – Dec 2007
Designer
Development of plastic furniture solutions for indoor and outdoor use within commercial spaces (offices, hotels, bars, restaurants) from concept to detailed implementation of the product in manufacturing (sketches, technical drawings; software and hardware 3D model to scale; design and selection of components and materials in conjunction with technologies available to the company; client presentation).
London, United Kingdom
Jun 2006 – May 2007
Design Intern
Eva Menz Design Studio – specializing in creation of bespoke chandeliers and lighting pieces, installations and luxury interior objects.
During my time as an intern at Eva Menz Studio, I had the pleasure to participate in various projects such as working on creation and treatment of various pieces for an installation at G Hotel in Wales, UK. Developing a range of interior and bathroom objects for Marriot Hotel Group (USA) and helping out with the realisation of the Singing Water installation for 210NORTH nightclub in Reno, USA.
My tasks also included design and assembly of various lighting products and chandeliers for all types of interiors. Finding and selecting materials and manufacturers for ongoing and future projects. Preparing materials for press and web.
During my time at Eva Menz Design I have gained an invaluable experience and insight into the design process form idea to its realisation and how a small design studio is run. Im very grateful to Eva and everyone at the studio for giving me this opportunity.
During my time as an intern at Eva Menz Studio, I had the pleasure to participate in various projects such as working on creation and treatment of various pieces for an installation at G Hotel in Wales, UK. Developing a range of interior and bathroom objects for Marriot Hotel Group (USA) and helping out with the realisation of the Singing Water installation for 210NORTH nightclub in Reno, USA.
My tasks also included design and assembly of various lighting products and chandeliers for all types of interiors. Finding and selecting materials and manufacturers for ongoing and future projects. Preparing materials for press and web.
During my time at Eva Menz Design I have gained an invaluable experience and insight into the design process form idea to its realisation and how a small design studio is run. Im very grateful to Eva and everyone at the studio for giving me this opportunity.
Education
Milano, Italy
Jul 2007 – Jul 2008
Masters in Industrial Design
London, United Kingdom
Oct 2003 – Jun 2007
BA (Hons) Product Design
London, United Kingdom
Oct 2002 – Jul 2003
Art & Design Foundation Course BTEC
Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Sep 1997 – Jul 2002
GCSE's & A-Levels
Awards
Sep 2010
Competition Finalist
Publications
Work has been selected to be published in Eco Style 2 : Lighting design book by DoPress Books. Is due to be available worldwide in 2012.
Languages
English (Fluent), Russian (Fluent), Italian (Beginner)
Skills
Solidworks, Rhino, Cinema4D, HTML, CSS, Web Design, Catia V5, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, V-Ray / RT, Autodesk 3ds Max, Maxon CInema 4D
All works © Vladimir Usoltsev 2011.
Please do not reproduce without the expressed written consent of Vladimir Usoltsev.
Please do not reproduce without the expressed written consent of Vladimir Usoltsev.
