Travis Tom
About Travis Tom
Travis Tom is an Industrial Design Engineer with extensive experience in consumer electronics and product design. He has worked for notable companies such as Fluke Corporation, Nokia, Disney Consumer Products, and TEAGUE, contributing to various successful projects over his career.
Work at Fluke Corporation
Travis Tom has been employed at Fluke Corporation as an Industrial Design Engineer since 2019. His role involves applying his extensive design expertise to develop innovative solutions for the company. Fluke Corporation is known for its electronic test tools and software, and Tom's contributions play a significant role in enhancing product design and functionality. He continues to work in Everett, Washington, where he has been instrumental in various design projects over the past five years.
Education and Expertise
Travis Tom studied at the ArtCenter College of Design, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Product Design from 1994 to 1998. His education laid the foundation for his career in industrial design, equipping him with the skills necessary to excel in various roles across multiple industries. His expertise spans consumer electronics, aviation architecture, and smart devices, showcasing a diverse skill set in industrial design.
Professional Background
Travis Tom has a comprehensive professional background in industrial design, having worked for several notable companies. His career began at Nokia, where he held various positions from 1997 to 2014, including Design Specialist and Senior Design Specialist. He also served as Design Manager at Disney Consumer Products and Munchkin, and as a Senior Industrial Designer at TEAGUE. His experience includes freelance work at START Design Studios Inc. and significant contributions to flagship smartphone designs, including the Nokia Lumia Icon.
Achievements in Industrial Design
Throughout his career, Travis Tom has achieved notable milestones in industrial design. He was the lead designer for the Nokia Lumia Icon, a flagship smartphone for Verizon. His work on developing Vertu and Nokia smart devices contributed to his advancement to a senior design lead position. Additionally, he designed a product that exceeded quadruple sales expectations through effective consumer insight application, budget management, and strategic design.
Experience in Aviation Design
At TEAGUE, Travis Tom expanded his knowledge in the aviation industry, where he served as a design lead for aviation architecture programs. This role allowed him to apply his industrial design skills to a new sector, demonstrating his versatility and ability to adapt to different design challenges. His experience in aviation design complements his extensive background in consumer electronics and product design.