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AMELIA MCGOVERN

SUMMARY

IIIndustrial Design student at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) specializing in the intersection of technical fabrication and textile exploration. As a lifelong creator, I am driven by how 2D patterns can transform 3D forms, always with an eye toward sustainable material lifecycles and intentional design. I am seeking a summer internship to contribute to design-driven teams through regenerative material research and advanced prototyping.

EDUCATION

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
Providence, RI
BFA Industrial Design
Expected Graduation May 2028

  • Technical Prototyping: Bridge design thinking with hands-on fabrication across wood, metal, and digital labs.

  • Digital Proficiency: Work fluently between advanced modeling tools including Rhino and SolidWorks.

  • Material Specialty: Specialize in textiles and block printing, exploring how surface patterns transform 3D forms.

  • Core Projects: Currently focused on chair design, metalwork, spatial dynamics, and advanced fabrication techniques.

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Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
Providence, RI
Pre-College Program
Summer of 2023

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  • Immersive Studio Culture: Completed an intensive six-week dive into foundational drawing and design principles.

  • Industrial Design Focus: Explored core industrial design methodologies and rigorous studio-based problem-solving.

Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA)
Los Angeles, CA
High School Diploma
Class of 2024

  • Multidisciplinary Training: Completed a conservatory program bridging fine art and performance, including film, photography, and sculpture.

  • Collaborative Execution: Developed the creative stamina and team-based skills required for large-scale stage and screen productions.

  • Leadership: Served as Yearbook Editor-in-Chief, overseeing full-scale production and designing original cover art.

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September 2025 - Present | Brown University XO Magazine | Illustrator & Media Designer​​

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  • Develop high-quality editorial illustrations and digital layouts for publication content, focusing on visual storytelling and composition.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive brand identity and consistent aesthetic across all media platforms.

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September 2025 - Present – Brown University Fashion Club | Fashion Designer​

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  • Contribute to student-led fashion projects through concept development, styling, and material exploration 

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to execute creative, art-driven designs and oversee visual presentation for seasonal collections.

 

Summer 2025 – Idealab | Research Intern​​

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  • Assisted with conducting material research and lifecycle impact analysis for early-stage clean-tech projects to ensure environmental accountability.

  • Learned about rapid prototyping and material testing for Water-to-Air systems, bridging technical requirements with sustainable product development.

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2022–2024 – CTRLNOCTRL | Website Artist​

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  • Managed communications and designed web pages to promote independent musicians, photographers, and writers.

  • Organized digital assets and created visual content supporting campaigns across multiple platforms.

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DESIGN & CREATIVE EXPERIENCE

LEADERSHIP

Summer 2025 – Pedalheads Bike Camp | Supervisor​​

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  • Led counselor teams with 30–40 participants weekly, ensuring smooth operations and a positive experience for families and staff.

  • Coordinated schedules, managed logistics, and maintained organized activity documentation to support camp operations.

 

2023–2024 – San Marino Chinese School | Art Teacher

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  • Instructed students in diverse art mediums and organized lesson plans, including visual presentations highlighting renowned artists.

  • Prepared and delivered visual teaching materials, supporting clear communication of creative concepts

 

2022–2024 – Art Hour Nonprofit | Executive Board Member

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  • Collaborated with board members to plan and implement inclusive art programs for underserved children.

  • Assisted in visual communications and creative campaign materials to promote outreach efforts.

 

2022–2024 – JWH Foundation | Communications Director

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  • Oversaw online campaigns to raise awareness for scholarship programs supporting teens with mental health challenges.

  • Coordinated visual assets, presentation materials, and social media content across creative teams.

SKILLS

RECOGNITION

  • 2025 RISD EFS Gallery Exhibitor

  • 2024 Short Film Featured at SF Film Fest: MAPS

  • 2024 Scholastic Gold and Silver Key Awards

  • 2024 LACHSA Yearbook Excellence

  • 2024 LACHSA Theater Tech Excellence

  • 2023 YoungArts Short Film Winner: Inbetween

  • 2023 Pasadena Armory ArtNight Exhibitor

ACTIVITIES

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  • Brown University Public Speaking Initiative

  • Brown University Midnight Soccer Club

  • RISD-Brown Crochet Club

  • Scuba Advanced Certified

Fabrication

  • Model Making

  • Woodworking

  • Metalwork 

  • Sculpting

  • Casting 

  • 3D Printing

  • Drawing

  • Painting

  • Ceramics

  • Crochet

  • Sewing

  • Block Printing​

​Digital

  • SolidWorks

  • Rhino

  • Rendering

  • Adobe CS

  • Photography

  • Film

  • MS PowerPoint

  • G-Suite

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  • LinkedIn
  • Instagram

© 2023 by Amelia McGovern.

All rights reserved.

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