1. My strongest skill is concept generation
and problem solving. I love creating
innovative solutions for design problems.
I regularly use 3D modelling and
rendering in programmes inc. Rhino,
3DS Max, Solidworks & Blender.
I’m experienced using Illustrator on a
wide variety of tasks inc. packaging,
POS, logos, website & presentations.
I frequently edit product images and
make lifestyle visuals, ensuring that
I use a non-destructive process.
I convey ideas quickly with pen & paper.
I also use a Wacom graphics tablet on
a daily basis.
Additional Skills: 3D Printing, Wordpress, Prezi, Model Making, Sewing
Factory communication (primarily in
China), creating technical drawings
& providing feedback for samples.
SKILL EXPERIENCE
I have acquired a solid understanding of
manufacture and humanistics from over
3 years in industry and my degree at
Bournemouth University. To date I have
taken over 50 products from concept to
shelf which have been featured in
worldwide media such as the BBC, New
York Times and The Telegraph.
EMPLOYMENT
EDUCATION
ThumbsUP is a fast-paced home & gift ware company. I was invited back
after a placement due to my diverse skill set and ability to learn skills quickly
under pressure. I’d be responsible for a wide variety of design projects and
managing ever-emerging deadlines.
My primary role was to bring new ideas to the table and see these
through to production. In addition I did the graphic design for a lot of the
web images, logos, brochures, POS and packaging. I also created the
company’s stand for trade events which was nominated for ‘Best at show’ at
the NEC Spring fair.
While operating as a freelance designer I have worked on multiple projects
to widen my experience and skill set. I’ve also focused a lot of time into
furthering my own product ideas and entered numerous competitions to
keep my product design skills sharp.
Bournemouth University covered a broad range of topics inc. Physics,
Psychology, CAD, Model Making & Business. This taught me my key
strengths and gave a solid understanding of how other areas operate.
ThumbsUP, Product Developer
ThumbsUP, Placement Product Designer
Responsibilities: Concept Generation, Product Development,
Packaging, Web Images, Samples QC, POS Marketing
Responsibilities: Concept Generation, Product Development,
Packaging, Branding, Web Design, Presentations
Luxury coffee bar unit design and development. Designed a bespoke
mechanism that would allow the counters to be extended.
Created lifestyle concept images using Solidworks and Photoshop.
Turquoise Designz, Freelance Project
Responsibilities: Concept Design, Development, CAD
Bournemouth University, BA (Hons) Sandwich Product Design
Overall Grade 2:1 Prototypes, Projects and Business Grade 1st
Product development and factory communication for children’s luggage.
Concept designs for multiple projects including solar lights, hoses and tools.
Graphic design for outdoor textile products.
Blue foam modelling accurate 1:1 scale luxury bathroom sinks.
Creating technical drawings on AutoCAD.
Wilkinsons, Freelance Designer
Responsibilities: Concepts, Development, Factory Communication
Responsibilities: Blue Foam Modelling, Technical Drawings
INTERESTS
ACHIEVEMENTS
PROFILE
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME
lewisalexanderplowman@gmail.com
07596 541 329
63 Ashworth Mansions, London W9 1LW
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2nd Place Xhy-Cloud Contest 2015
Short-listed World Design Impact 2015
Exhibited at New Designers 2012
Highly commended Gift of the Year 2014
Over 600,000 units sold in 2014
CONTACT
Lewis Plowman
Product & Graphic Designer
Nov 2012 - Jun 2015
Sole Trader, Product & Graphic DesignerJun 2015 - Present
Feb - Mar 2014
May - Nov 2012
Jun 2010 - Jul 2011
Studio Levien, DesignerMar 2010 - May 2010
2008 - 2012
Peter Symonds College, A Level2006 - 2008
Product Design B, Maths B, Physics C
Art A (AS Level)
Test Valley School, GCSE2001 - 2006
Eleven GCSEs grades A*- C
Inc. English, Maths, Art + Design, Graphics, Electronics and RMT.

2. BENDTO BOX
An example of one the product concepts I have been developing in my spare time
while operating as a freelance designer. Bendto Box is a stylish & compact lunch
box solution. Designed to collapse to almost half the size, making it practical when
travelling and easy to store. Created in Solidworks & rendered in Blender.
BUDDY BAG
For my final year project I created a live brief with the charity MedicAlert to design a
backpack for children with diabetes. This aimed to alleviate the perceived stigma of
the condition and provide clear instructions in the event of an emergency. During the
project I taught myself to sew and received a first for my prototype.
NINJA MUG
After being inspired by a tea cup wrap around cosy I designed the Ninja Mug.
In addition to the ninja mask cosy I included a sword style teaspoon and shuriken
coaster to complete the look. The mug has taken off worldwide and is even in a you
tube video with over 1.5 million views.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME
CONTACT
Lewis Plowman
MINI FOLIO
Product & Graphic Designer
lewisalexanderplowman@gmail.com
07596 541 329
63 Ashworth Mansions, London W9 1LW
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BENDTO BOX
Company: Myself
Project: Space Saving Lunch Box
Date: 2015
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NINJA MUG
Company: ThumbsUP!
Project: Novelty Mug
Date: 2013
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BUDDY BAG
Company: Medic Alert
Project: Final Year Uni Project
Date: 2012
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Here is a small selection of products
demonstrating some different projects I
have worked on. If you have any
questions or would like to see more of my
work please don't hesitate to get in touch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2liUEMd9JkA
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