Nick Frearson
From an early age, I have been deeply drawn to creativity and the freedom of expression it offers—particularly through drawing, prototyping, and developing innovative solutions. My curiosity in engineering, combined with a passion for the arts, naturally led me to the multidisciplinary field of Industrial Design. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and the social responsibility of products and services, I have cultivated a professional portfolio of completed projects that I am proud to present here.
In 2019, I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Industrial Design from Swinburne University of Technology, where I refined my ideation and product development capabilities to meet industry standards. During my studies, I had the privilege of collaborating with like-minded professionals and peers who offered valuable insight into the design industry. Engaging in team-based projects allowed me to enhance my interpersonal skills, embrace constructive self-criticism, and consistently improve the quality of my work.
In addition to my formal training, I am a self-taught practitioner in a wide range of tactile and creative disciplines, which I continuously pursue for personal growth and skill development. These areas of expertise include leatherworking, 3D printing, laser cutting, blacksmithing, knife making, woodworking, furniture design, product design, photography, and digital illustration.
CV available upon request.
EDUCATION SKILLS SOFTWARE TOOLS
Footscray City College
2014| HSC
Swinburne University of Technology 2015-2016| Diploma of Design
Swinburne University of Technology 2016 to 2019| Bachelor of Industrial Design (Hons)
Concept Ideation
Sketching
Digital Rendering
Critical Thinking
Rapid Prototyping
Problem Solving
Brainstorming
Market Research
Leather Work
Metal Work
Wood Work
Oil Painting
Website Design
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Premiere
Keyshot
Sketchbook Pro
Solidworks
Google Sketch Up
Microsoft Suite
Cura
Hand Tools
PowerTools
Trotech Laser Cutter
UP Box Plus 3D Printer
Ender 3 3D Printer
Bamboo Lap P1S
Wacom Cintiq 22HD
Wacom Intuos