Connor Pendery
About Connor Pendery
Connor Pendery is a Lead Product Designer currently working at Temper & Forge in San Francisco, California. He has a diverse background in industrial and product design, with experience at several design firms and a solid educational foundation in the field.
Current Role at Temper And Forge
Connor Pendery serves as the Lead Product Designer at Temper And Forge, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for defining the art direction for all web projects, ensuring cohesive visual communication across various platforms. He also develops comprehensive branding collateral, which includes logos, color theory, and typography selections for select projects. His contributions are integral to the overall design strategy and execution at the company.
Previous Experience in Design
Prior to his current role, Connor Pendery worked at several design firms. He was an Industrial Designer at Bould Design from 2020 to 2022 and at Whipsaw from 2019 to 2020. He also gained experience as an Industrial Designer at Skullcandy Inc. in 2018 and at Sprout Studios in 2019. Additionally, he held the position of Industrial Design Intern at Ratio Product Lab in 2017. His diverse background in various design roles has contributed to his expertise in product design.
Education and Academic Background
Connor Pendery studied Industrial and Product Design at Auburn University from 2014 to 2016, where he laid the foundation for his design career. He furthered his education at Arizona State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Product Design from 2017 to 2019. His academic background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the design industry.
Early Career Development
Connor Pendery began his professional journey as a Graphic Designer at Victory Design in 2015, where he worked for one year. He then transitioned to a role as a Student Industrial Designer at Pratt Industries for four months in 2016. These early experiences provided him with valuable insights into the design process and helped shape his career trajectory in product design.