ABOUT ME
ABOUT ME
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ABOUT ME 〰️
I am a fabricator, designer, and multidisciplinary artist based in Southern California.
In high school, I interned at Innovative Prosthetic Solutions, where I learned the ins and outs of biomechanical design and fabricated hundreds of custom components for artificial limbs. I also headed my robotics team to multiple world championships, a role that sharpened my design, machining, team and leadership skills.
In my off time, I elaborated on my childhood obsession with costume creation — incorporating mechanical and moving elements to my pieces. Two of them were awarded 1st place in Marvel’s San Diego Comic Con Costume Contest.
I went on to attend Cal Poly San Luis Obispo as a mechanical engineering major. While honing my engineering expertise and playing bass in surf-rock band Couch Dog, I got involved in creative work for the local music scene. This included building a life-size interactive telephone booth, designing event posters, and creating the special effects for a horror-themed music video.
Through all of this experience, I have become most interested in special effects, props, costume design, and animatronics. I hope to lend my skills to fabrication in the entertainment industry.
*animation/3D model by me
Hi! My name is Tasha.
Resume
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Engineering
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360) and GD&T standards
• Designed components and mechanisms for award-winning robotic systems
• Demonstrated mechanical design skills through creation of functional props and costumes
Machining and Fabrication
• CNC router operation
• 3-D printer and laser-cutter operation
• Metal, silicone, and plastic casting
• Plastic, metal, and wood fabrication
• Vacuum-forming
• Mastery over most common shop tools
Creative
• Sewing
• Screen printing
• Painting (hand, spray, and airbrush)
• Jewelry creation
• Pattern-making
• Graphic design
Software
• CAD: SolidWorks, Fusion 360
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Google Suite
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California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo (2018-2022)
• Mechanical Engineering Major
• Coursework including mechanical systems design, circuit theory, manufacturing processes, welding, machining, drafting, and topics relating to physics, product design, and materials.
Stan Winston School of Character Arts
• Online courses
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President and Mentor - First Robotics Team 5199 (2018 - present)
• Managed and participated in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic projects and build processes of award-winning robotic systems
• Presided over all team events, meetings, and competition dates
• Led and delegated tasks for 4 sub-teams during competition and build season
• Trained new team members in team conventions and tool use
• Collaborated with industry professionals to gain financial support for the team
Couch Dog - Creative and Event Planning (2019 - present)
• Created a viral marketing campaign to promote the song "Dial Tone" (816k+ views)
• Organized successful live music events and multi-band lineups
• Designed and produced band assets and merchandise
Manager - Shin's Sushi (2021 - present)
Intern - Innovative Prosthetic Solutions (2015 - 2018)
• Fabricated and customized components for prosthetic and orthotic devices for patients (primarily plastics and foams)
• Assisted practitioner in patient consultations and device fittings
• Interacted with component manufacturing companies to maintain office's inventory
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