PRODUCT DESIGNER

BRIAN WU

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ABOUT

Brian

What's up gamers.

hello there! i'm a senior studying computer engineering @ university of maryland, college park. i plan to graduate spring 2026.

i'm passionate about engineering solutions that blend creativity with functionality — and having fun while doing so!

outside of design, i enjoy working on props & apparel, learning a new dance, building legos, or getting that #1 victory royale.

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SOME OF MY WORKS

Experience

2025 — PRESENT

Research & Design Assistant

Professor Romel Gomez

Collaborated with a professor on interdisciplinary research and engineering projects spanning mechanical and electromechanical systems. Designed an autonomous catch-and-release landing platform for drones using linear actuators and magnetic deployment. Developed a zero-tolerance, angle-agnostic docking system featuring a rotating core and custom magnetic drone legs to ensure reliable capture and interlock.

2024 — 2025

Design Intern

New Dim Sum Kingdom

Created graphics and runs social media page to effectively promote and advertise the restaurant's deals and updates as they occur. Worked directly with managers and owners to facilitate best interests of the restaurant through the social media page.

2023 — 2024

Graphic Designer

Taiwanese American Student Association

Elevated the visual identity of social media platforms through collaborative design and publishing of 10+ graphics per month across cultural, social, and informational content, reaching 2,000+ students. Served on a 27-member board to plan and execute campus events promoting Taiwanese culture.

2020 — 2021

Lightsaber Designer Intern

ThePachStore

Collaborated with ThePachStore's design team, gaining hands-on insight into electronics production and the full product development pipeline. Led the design of The Highborn lightsaber model for mass production, resulting in 3,000+ units sold worldwide.

Skills

AI & Software Development

AI PromptingGoogle Notebook LMNode.jsReactHTMLCSSMATLABExcelJavaCRustOCamlGoogle WorkspaceMS TeamsWindowsZoom

Design & Visual Media

FigmaCanvaAdobe Creative CloudPhotoshopPremiere ProAfter EffectsIllustratorPaint.NETAudacityBlenderDJI Ecosystem

Digital Fabrication & Prototyping

Fusion 360 (CAD / CAM)SolidWorks (CAD & FEA)Autodesk InventorOnshapeMeshmixerFDM & SLA 3D PrintingPrusaSlicerCuraLaser CuttingCNC Milling & TurningArduinoPCB SolderingCircuitrySurface Post-Processing

Creative & Practical Arts

SewingEmbroideryApparel DesignCreative PrototypingAutomotive Painting & FinishingDIY RepairCarpentryDance

Get in Touch!

Let's get that #1 victory royale together.

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