About me

Portrait of Derel Shell
Portrait of Derel Shell
Portrait of Derel Shell

My name is Derel and I am based in Gary, Indiana. I'm passionate about accessibility and sustainable design.

As a industrial designer, I believe in empathizing with the people and learning from the users. That's the key to my designs. I pour my heart and soul into every product i design, creating objects that delight and empower users.

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My experience

I strive to remain optimistic and design experiences that have a tangible, positive impact. I am excited to get the opportunity to learn more from individuals with extensive knowledge in their fields.

2023 | 1 Month

Outpost, Freelance

I worked with clients to create realistic and appealing product renders in Keyshot. I improved the 3D model by smoothing the surfaces and adding rounded edges. I enhanced the renders in photoshop by adjusting the contrast, texture, and shadows.

2023 | 6 Months

Blend, Contract

I created a product design based on user research, sketching, 3D modeling, prototyping, and animation. I worked closely with the client to meet their production standards and criteria.

2019-2024

Purdue University - BFA, Industrial Design

At Purdue University, I learned to design innovative products and services. I worked with industrial designers and project managers from Delta Faucet and Hasbro. I create experiences that benefit people and society, and I tackle challenges with optimism and initiative.