Garrett graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2018. He has since earned a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design from Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) and a Master's in Transportation & Car Design from Scuola Politecnica di Design in Milan, Italy. Currently, he is enjoying an internship as a Junior Creative Designer with Marinella Design Studio where he is working with a team on a high end sports car. In this conversation, Garrett shares about his journey into the world of car design, detailing his educational background, the importance of mentorship, and his aspirations for a career in the automotive industry. He emphasizes the significance of building a strong portfolio and networking, while also providing valuable advice for aspiring designers.
This episode includes:
- How Garrett's family influenced his passion for design.
- His initial pursuit of footwear design before transitioning to car design.
- How mentorship played a crucial role in his career decision making.
- The importance of a strong portfolio when entering creative fields.
- How networking through platforms like LinkedIn can lead to valuable opportunities.
- How Garrett ended up in Italy for his Master's program.
- The importance of consistency when developing a new skill.
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