MICHAEL SENKOW

SUMMARY: EDUCATION:

senkowm@umich.edu / www.mhsenkow.org

426 Hamilton Pl. Apt. #2 , 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
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University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 2010 2013 School of Information, Master of Science in Information, specialization in Human Computer Interaction School of Architecture, Master of Science, specialization in Digital Technology Coursework towards Master Architecture 3G Program, Focus on Digital Fabrication Cumulative GPA: 3.5/4.0 Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI 2004 2009 Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Science, Scientific & Technical Communication Cumulative GPA: 3.4/4.0 Finlandia University, Helsinki, FI Summer Program in Finland and Estonia Studying Railway Freight and Transportation Summer 2008

EXPERIENCE: University of Michigan, Architecture Department, Ann Arbor, MI 2012 - Present Graduate Research Assistant Aiding Christian Stayner, a Taubman fellow, in his research and potential teaching Apple Inc., Cupertino, Ca 2012 User Experience Designer General focus on improving accessibility, UX, and UI design (NDA was signed) Citizen Alum, Ann Arbor, MI 2012 Website Designer Creation, design, and hosting implementation of site via Wordpress CMS Instruction and focus on maintenance and handing off of the website University of Michigan, Architecture Department, Ann Arbor, MI 2011 - 2012 Research Assistant Researching methods to design unique Plaster forms with digital fabrication techniques (waterjet cutting, cnc milling, 3D-printing) 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 2011 - 2012 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 University of Michigan Mechanical Engineering, Ann Arbor, MI 2010 2011 Writer/Editor Altering weekly newsbriefs for the Engineering marketing department Interviewing Mech. Eng. professors to obtain more info about their achievements Applied Analytics, Concord, MA 2010 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

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senkowm@umich.edu / www.mhsenkow.org

426 Hamilton Pl. Apt. #2 , Ann Arbor, MI (906)281-4672

Gazelle.com, Boston, MA 2009 2010 Inspector 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 various products Michigan Tech Marketing and Communications, Houghton, MI 2008 2009 Graphic Designer Created over 100 pieces of branding materials with connecting themes ie.: banners, posters, truck covers, logos, and various other materials Examples of work produced may be viewed at www.mhsenkow.org Michigan Tech Writing Center, Houghton, MI 2006 2009 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 Michigan Tech Aerospace Enterprise, Houghton, MI 2007 2009 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 Kimberly Clark, Neenah, WI 2007 2008 Process Engineer Co-op 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 via tensile tests and best run speed on the High Speed Bonding Line West Engineering Computing Network, Houghton, MI 2004 2007 IT Support Staff Increased membership by 10% each semester while active at the University All Hands Active, Board Member, Ann Arbor, MI 2011 - Present Redesigned 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 tech and use Volunteered at local highschool teaching events and MAKERFaire events Involved with and a proponent for the MAKER culture and hackerspaces country-wide Keweenaw Pride Public Relations, Houghton MI 2005 2009 Created a battery of graphic design pieces for the organization 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 Mu Beta Psi National Honorary Fraternity Brother, Houghton, MI 2004 Present General Technics/PFRC Member, Houghton, MI 2004 Present Orientation Team Leader, Houghton, MI 2007, 2008, 2009 Jazz R&D Band Pianist, Houghton, MI 2004 2008 Swing Dance Club Member/Instructor, Houghton, MI 2004 2009

ACTIVITIES:

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DESIGN Illustrator Indesign Photoshop Office Quark Final Cut Pro Omnigraffle Processing

senkowm@umich.edu / www.mhsenkow.org PROGRAMMING C++ iOS CSS3/HTML5 PHP Python Java Mathematica Matlab OS MAC (10-10.8) Windows (3.5-8) SUN Linux (Unbuntu)

426 Hamilton Pl. Apt. #2 , Ann Arbor, MI (906)281-4672 MODELING 3D Studio Max Sketchup Rhino Solidworks Digital Project (CATIA) Unigraphics MACHINERY 3D Printing CNC Machining Film Processing Laser Cutting SLR Photography Arduino/Electronic Projects

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