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• A superior problem solver.
• Looking for challenges.
• Passionate about design, form, and beauty.
• Able to work in a highly interactive and collaborative work environment, where diversity is
• embraced as an asset.
• Brilliant at 2D sketching and 3D visualization.
• Extraordinarily skilled in SolidWorks.
• Practical in designing for production and manufacturing (anything you design can be produced)
• Fluent in Photoshop, Illustrator, and MS office suite
• Responsive, responsible, and honest
• A creative thinker
• Able to self-manage and self-motivated
• Able to communicate with clarity
• A team player who loves people

It is desirable for this candidate to have:

• Project management training and experience.

If you fit this description and are passionate about people and changing the world, and if you want to
contribute to a growing company that needs you, please send your CV and a sample portfolio to
marva@kangaroodesign.net.

News Release:

JDi Design Inc., a design firm pioneering eco product development has been recognised for its commitment to design excellence with the award of the prestigious International Design Excellence Award from the IDSA. (Industrial Designers Society of America)

The TazzyTotes™ Produce Bag received a Bronze IDEA Eco Design Award for its eco chic solution for instore produce bags. JDi Design’s winning design is 100% recyclable and embodies ecological principles at every stage of its lifecycle. It also features a unique bin label and an erasable marker for writing names or bulk bin numbers with a non-toxic dry erase pen, eliminating the need for instore sealing and tagging. The produce bag is part of a modular system designed around everyday shopping needs, from the moment you go shopping until you finally reach home.

The design team, Adrian van Wijk, Sandy Lam, Sam Richards and Jamie McDonald from Vancouver, British Columbia, focused on identifying gaps in the emerging trend to use reusable bags. The result is an international ecological and economic success. “It is very satisfying to see the thought and care we put into a seemly simple product receiving international recognition as well as market place success”, says Adrian van Wijk, Design Director at JDi Design. The TazzyTotes products have been on the market since June 2009.

About JDi Design Inc.
JDi Design is a group of design professionals incorporated in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. JDi Design is distinguished by applying creative thinking to the user-focused design of products and services. JDi Design provides eco product design and development services taking ideas from concept to production in a variety of industries.
Environmental Statement
JDi Design is committed to environmental sustainability and strives to harmonize its clients’ business objectives with consumer needs in balance with nature.

About the IDEA.
The International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) is a yearly award partly sponsored by The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), and is dedicated to fostering business and public understanding of the importance of industrial design excellence to the quality of life and economy.

About TazzyTotes
TazzyTotes™ produces an eco-chic range of modular shopping tote solutions designed around everyday shopping needs, the core product idea was born from a desire to do the right thing while at the same time, getting rid of all the plastic bags!

More information can be found about this position and Arc’teryx at:

http://www.arcteryx.com/careers.aspx?article=Design-Assistant

North Vancouver, BC, Canada

Arc’teryx is an energetic and exceptionally innovative company, with over 400 employees. Our ongoing success stems from an uncompromising passion to continuously challenge, and radically improve, the status quo. At the foundation of our organization is a dynamic team of exceptionally talented, fun, and active people.

Our modern head office is located on Vancouver’s picturesque North Shore, near the Second Narrows Bridge. We promote a causal and fun work environment that supports and encourages work-life balance. We also have plenty of parking, a bike room, indoor staff bouldering gym, frequent summer BBQs and other events, as well as a great employee discount.

We are seeking a recent or upcoming grad with a degree in Apparel or Industrial Design, and a passion for outdoor sports, to join our Research and Development team as a Design Assistant. As a Design Assistant, you will support the development of comprehensive design and product solutions that are in line with Arc’teryx design philosophies and customer needs.

Ideally you will have:

* Degree or working towards a degree in Design (Apparel or Industrial), or equivalent design experience
* Avid involvement in and understanding of activities we make products for
* Hands-on experience constructing products, preferably textile-based
* Technical and creative skills to pattern and prototype
* Strong entrepreneurial and innovative mind set
* Excellent communication skills, including written and spoken English
* Excellent time management skills
* Strong planning and organizational skills
* Attendance at tradeshows and company events as required

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

* Assisting Designer in developing patterns and prototypes
* Aid in establishing construction detail and fit concepts with the Designer and sample floor
* Testing various materials for suitability in construction and problem solve
* Working and communicate with Designers, Pattern makers, and Product Developers to see styles through to completion
* Working, communicating, and aiding with Design Engineering to prototype and concept tools required for the manufacture of the final product
* Working closely with Designer to develop standards and ensure consistency across all styles in the line plan, or individual programs within the line plan
* Monitoring prototypes on sample floor and respond to problems as they arise
* Assisting in product illustrations

If this sounds like you, then please apply by forwarding your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format to hr@arcteryx.com. It is important to quote “1006-DA-Web” in the subject line of your email.

You can expect an email acknowledging the receipt of your submission within 5 days of your initial correspondence.

http://www.arcteryx.com/careers.aspx?article=Product-Developer

Arc’teryx is an energetic and exceptionally innovative company, with over 400 employees. Our ongoing success stems from an uncompromising passion to continuously challenge, and radically improve, the status quo. At the foundation of our organization is a dynamic team of exceptionally talented, fun, and active people.

Our modern head office is located on Vancouver’s picturesque North Shore, near the second narrows bridge, with a causal and fun work environment that supports and encourages work-life balance. We also have plenty of parking, a bike room, indoor staff bouldering gym, frequent summer BBQs and other events, as well as a great employee discount.

We are seeking a hardworking, detail oriented person with at least 2 years experience in apparel construction to join our development team. Working with our in house designers, patternmakers and production teams you will produce industry leading, innovative and high-end technical clothing.

Ideally you will have:

* Knowledge of technical apparel construction and sourcing
* 2+ years experience in soft goods development, production or merchandising
* Strong problem solving skills
* Ability to interpret design intent and product innovation
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Extreme attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

* Capture and detail all product materials/construction information, and maintain an accurate database of BOM information that will result in efficient raw material purchasing and accurately produced finished product
* Coordinate all factory communication throughout development process to ensure accurate material sourcing, costing, and successful execution of product
* Direct development process to achieve commercial viability of designs through collaboration with Design, Materials Development, Purchasing, Production and Quality departments
* Manage the calendar and process including costing, quality evaluation, fabric, trim and color standards and approval requirements with the factory
* Manage proto, sample, counter-sample and production approvals to ensure Arc’teryx quality standards as well as on time deliveries
* Prepare accurate initial cost estimates for all prototypes and manage costing process to ensure consistent, accurate cost sheets are received from all vendors and approvals are clearly communicated internally and externally
* Coordinate with Planning, Purchasing and Design departments on all sampling requirements
* Work in collaboration with design and pattern making to ensure products meet established fit and measurement standards
* Support the sourcing and training of new factory resources and ensure that Arc’teryx brand standards are met
* Work in conjunction with the Design team and Marketing Team to ensure all external product communication accurately reflects product model and specification

How to apply:

Please forward resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format to hr@arcteryx.com, quoting “1006-PD-crg” in the subject line.

June 29 – Jericho Beach Course
The event will start at 6pm at the first hole.

Please RSVP to email@bcid.com so that we can confirm our numbers.
Contact BCID Events coordinator Ernest McCrank at email@bcid.com for additional information or questions.

Please try to bring your own disc as we will have a limited number available on a first come first served basis.
The first 30 rsvp’s receive a limited edition BCID World Industrial Design Day t-shirt!

Course Information:

Short but challenging hillside layout, with mature trees and groomed grass fairways. Spectacular view of the city, mountains, and harbour from 7th tee. Few signs, maps at board by 1st tee.

Course Established: 1998

Directions:
West on 4th Ave. towards UBC to the hillside of the Jericho Hill Community Centre at 4196 W. 4th Ave.

It will feature 13 local instigators that are on stage with 20 slides x 20 seconds to deliver inspiration and insight on the broad topic of sustainability and Vancouver’s ambition to be the greenest city by 2020. A sell-out to be sure.
Opening Act: Christopher Smith & The Beckon Call

http://www.thebeckoncall.com/

For more information about Pecha Kucha Night Vancouver, please go to www.pechakuchanightvancouver.com

“Industrial Design: Humane solutions for a resilient world”

Above image: winning student poster design by:Ivan Orin Vrkas & Bojan Kristofic
Icsid Member School: University of Zagreb, Croatia

This topic was selected to facilitate collaboration within the industrial design community with the goal of producing tangible solutions to world problems.

“This theme stems from the immense response received from our recent ‘Uniting Designers in Disaster’ initiative launched on Facebook on 22 January in light of the disaster in Haiti and conveys the important role industrial design can play in global issues,” stated President Mark Breitenberg.

While the theme for WIDD 2010 calls on the design community to contribute their knowledge and skill, this day of observance is significant in fostering a global understanding of industrial design and all that it encompasses.

How to take part in the activities

Below are a few ideas that might inspire you as you plan to commemorate the occasion:

* Send a message to your members, students and contacts in your network announcing that WIDD will take place on 29 June, 2010.
* Distribute a press release to your media network expressing your support for WIDD.
* Include a WIDD component to an existing event taking place around the same date, such as a design exhibition, conference or workshop.
* Engage with local, regional and national levels of government to highlight industrial design’s value for economic and social growth.
* Host your own original event (workshop, celebration, educational conference, etc) in the honour of WIDD.
* Support WIDD by creating a social media community to discuss all things industrial design

By taking part in the World of Industrial Design Day celebrations, you and/or your organisation will have contributed to the overall advancement of industrial design through nurturing a global understanding for our discipline.

The Design Exchange Awards promote Canadian design excellence and recognizes the critical role of design in all types of organizations including commercial entities (large and small businesses), not-for-profit organizations, and the public sector. The Awards celebrate the success stories achieved through close partnerships between clients and designers. The DXAs are Canada’s only award program to judge design by results, balancing function, aesthetics, and economic success.

THESE AWARDS ARE DESIGNED TO

• Expand national understanding of design as an essential resource
• Demonstrate that investment in design impacts overall business success
• Celebrate effectiveness in all design disciplines
• Highlight the critical role of design in enhancing quality of life
• Reinforce the value of strong client/designer partnerships
• Promote the critical role of design in sustainability

A jury of leading business executives, designers and community leaders will select a Gold, Silver, Bronze and two Honourable Mentions in each of the twelve categories.

For more information, contact Noa Bronstein, Professional Development Coordinator at 416.216.2120 or email noa@dx.org

The British Columbia Association of Industrial Designers [BCID] shall hold their 2009 Review / Annual General Meeting on Tuesday June 22, 2010.

Please mark your calendars for a 6PM start. As in past years the BCID AGM is a social event evening hosted by BCID at a local eatery. All Members are invited and encouraged to participate at the AGM as the evening is a great opportunity to socialize and network with other Members

Members with questions or with items to add to the Agenda are asked to contact the BCID Executive via email at email@bcid.com

MEETING: Annual General Meeting (AGM)

DATE:Tuesday, June 22, 2010

HOUR:6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

LOCATION: The Shebeen Whisk(E)Y House
9 Gaoler’s Mews
Vancouver, BC V6B

More information to follow