Michael Senkow

SUMMARY:

senkowm@umich.edu / www.mhsenkow.org

903 Sylvan Ave. , Ann Arbor, MI (906) 281-4672

Advanced design knowledge in 2D and 3D environments Experience setting up social media, websites, google-adwords and analytics, and generally maintaining the online marketing presence of both professional companies and academic organizations Advanced Prototyping from both an Engineering and Design perspective Entry to Advanced level programming work academically and professionally
*SEE SKILLSETS FOR SPECIFIC PROGRAMS AND LANUAGES

EDUCATION:

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI School of Information, Master of Science in Information, specialization in Human Computer Interaction Coursework towards Master Architecture 3G Program, Focus on Digital Fabrication Cumulative GPA: 3.5/4.0 Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Science, Scientific & Technical Communication Cumulative GPA: 3.4/4.0 Finlandia University, Helsinki, FI Program in Finland and Estonia Studying Railway Freight and Transportation

2010 2013

2004 2009

Summer 2008

DESIGN:

University of Michigan, Architecture Department, Ann Arbor, MI

Research Assistant

2011 - Present Researching methods to design unique Plaster forms with digital fabrication techniques (waterjet cutting, cnc milling) Programming with rhinoscripting to create initial concepts that are later fabricated Creating visuals (Via Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) to display information studied Summaries of research can be viewed at plasterbot.tumblr.com University of Michigan Engineering, Ann Arbor, MI

Peer Advisor - MultiDisciplinary Design Program

Speaking on behalf and advertising the MDP minor and advising students Creating a variety of graphic pieces for the position ranging from posters to stickers and t-shirts Michigan Tech Marketing and Communications, Houghton, MI

2011 - Present

Graphic Designer

2008 2009 Created over 100 pieces of branding materials with connecting themes ie.: banners, posters, truck covers, and logos Examples of work produced may be viewed at www.mhsenkow.org Michigan Tech Aerospace Enterprise, Houghton, MI

Research Associate

Team won Nanosatellite Program in 2010 with advancement of research Researched for Oculus Satellite with Finite Element Analysis to determine optimal structure Created battery of marketing and graphic pieces, examples at www.mhsenkow.org All Hands Active Member, Ann Arbor, MI Aided in redesigning the space to be be more beneficial to teaching MAKER activities Lent Makerbot 3D printer to be used in space and taught classes on 3D printing technology and use Volunteered at local highschool teaching events and MAKERFaire events Keweenaw Pride Public Relations, Houghton MI Created a battery of graphic design pieces for the organization ranging from websites to movie-posters Spoke in 1000+ engagements on the organization to incoming Michigan Tech Students Increased membership while active in the organization two-fold through aggressive marketing

2007 2009

DESIGN ACTIVITES:

2011 - Present

2005 2009

Michael Senkow

senkowm@umich.edu / www.mhsenkow.com

903 Sylvan Ave. , Ann Arbor, MI (906) 281-4672

COMMUNICATIONS: University of Michigan Mechanical Engineering, Ann Arbor, MI

Writer/Editor

2010 Present Altering weekly newsbriefs for the Engineering marketing department to be more approachable by the general public Interviewing mechanical engineering professors to obtain more information about their awards/research/conferences Applied Analytics, Concord, MA

Sales Engineer

Created technical documents for the sale of process flow analyzers Handled communications with markets in India Improved the companies use of Google Analytics and Adwords to draw in customers on the company website Michigan Tech Writing Center, Houghton, MI

2010

Communications Coach

Taught 100s of students motivation, confidence and written/verbal communication skills Mentored International Students, improving their English communication skills Edited Graduate Student research and Theses, and am credited in at least two papers Wrote on the college experience, inspiring future students, and coached seven authors

2006 2009

TECHNICAL:

Gazelle.com, Boston, MA Improved inspection efficiency by 300% resulting in same-day turn-around-time Serviced and repaired electronics, with the goal of judging their market value Wiped electronics of their information and installed new operating systems on a variety of systems Kimberly Clark, Neenah, WI

Inspector

2009 2010

Process Engineer Co-op 2007 2008 Proposed changes that would result in savings of $2,000,000 annually if implemented Evaluated optimal nozzles and adhesives to reduce product costs Determined material strength through tensile tests as well as best running speed on the High Speed Bonding Line
West Engineering Computing Network, Houghton, MI

Increased membership by 10% each semester while active at the University Aided students in promptly and effectively resolving IT problems in the Linux and Sun Microsystem labs Mu Beta Psi National Honorary Fraternity Brother, Houghton, MI General Technics/PFRC Member, Houghton, MI Orientation Team Leader, Houghton, MI Jazz R&D Band Pianist, Houghton, MI Swing Dance Club Member/Instructor, Houghton, MI

IT Support Staff

2004 2007

ACTIVITIES

2004 Present 2004 Present 2007, 2008, 2009 2004 2008 2004 2009

DESIGN ILLUSTRATOR INDESIGN OFFICE PHOTOSHOP QUARK PROCESSING RHINOSCRIPTING

PROGRAMMING C++ CSS/HTML PYTHON JAVA MATHEMATICA MATLAB

OS MAC WINDOWS SUN LINUX

MODELING 3D STUDIO MAX SKETCHUP RHINO SOLIDWORKS UNIGRAPHICS

MACHINERY 3D PRINTING CNC MACHINING FILM PROCESSING LASER CUTTING SLR PHOTOGRAPHY