ALEX.GROSS  

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN




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alexjgross04@gmail.com
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I’m an aspiring product designer from Maryland with a deep curiosity for how everyday objects and systems work. I love the process of turning ideas into functional, well-crafted products and finding elegant solutions to complex problems. My work is driven by hands-on experimentation and a passion for understanding how things are made. Through design, I aim to improve people's experiences, and create meaningful, positive change for the world.

through design, I aim to improve people's experiences and create meaningful positive change in the world.


Awards    Zinc Design Challenge Winner
    
International Zinc Association
2025

   Additional Recognition

Selected by University of Oregon for submission to the 2026 Unfold Challenge

Award for Excellence in Design Walter Johnson High School
2022

Education
    University of Oregon
   (Eugene, OR)

      BFA Product Design
      2022 —

RESUME





Skills
Software


    Rhino 3D

Advanced surface and solid modeling for manufacturable parts

   SolidWorks

parametric part modeling, assemblies, technical drawings
CSWA in progress

    Blender

PBR rendering and interactive animation for design communication

   Design Communication
  
V-Ray, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Web design (HTML/CSS)


Hardware


    Digital Fabrication

FDM and resin 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser cutting  
Advanced machine operation, maintenance, and repair

    Electronics

Custom circuit building, soldering, and hardware–software integration


Employment  University Catering
(Eugene, OR)

    Event Lead
manage formal events and student staff,
supervise Floor operations, Communicate with clients, Safety comity representative.
2024 —   
   
   Caterer
setup and attend customers at events, Bartender, truck driver
2023 — 2024

The Art Room
(Washington DC)

   Studio Assistant                    Photographer
finished pottery, made deliveries, took promotional photos.
2023

Classic Photography
(Elkridge, MD)

    Photographer
took photos of kid's sports, and provided customer support to parents
2022

Phoenix Computers
(Rockville, MD)

    Volunteer Technician
Triaged donated computers, diagnosed and fixed hardware and software problems   
2021 


Last Updated 01.29.26

SELECTED.WORKS







PROJECT-01


KNOVA

RETRACTING PRIVACY LOCK
2025
 




Design for the 2025 Zinc Design Challenge
Theme: furniture Hardware

Winning submission from the University Of Oregon

Abstract: This project aims to reimagine the interface of the standard occupancy indicator doorknob in order to overcome barriers of visual accessibility. The object is able to communicate to users through the affordances of the form, which changes based on the state of the lock.



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PROJECT-02


SPOMENIK

SMART LIGHTING KEYHOLDER 
2025





Design for the 2026 Unfold Challenge
Theme: Engage Friction 

Selected For Submission

Abstract: This project examinees everyday friction within shared living spaces, particularly how the negotiation of conflict in lighting preferences can be embedded into physical interaction rather than managed through screens. The presence of keys acts as a consistent signal of presence allowing higher functionality to be integrated into an everyday object, seamlessly encouraging its use.



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PROJECT-03

MM-01

DIGITAL MULTIMETER
2025





 Designed For the style of Teenage Engineering
Theme: Measurement Device  

Featured by University of Oregon Product Design

Abstract: This project aims to redesign the multimeter for high end hobbyists by simplifying the interface and making it easier to understand the devices operation.



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PROJECT-04

INTERNAL REFLECTION

PORTABLE NETWORK SPEAKER
2025





 Designed for intro studio
Theme: Speaker 



Abstract: The design of the speaker uses an inner channel to redirect and delay sound creating a phase shift that amplifies bass. The speaker also uses airplay technology to invite seamless connectivity.



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