minor details 87 - Julia Troy
Jun 24, 2020
Julia Troy, an industrial designer and design director with a rich background at Evo Design and Quirky, shares her fascinating journey in the world of design. She reflects on her early days, discovering industrial design through mentorship. The discussion dives into her experiences leading design sprints as a freelancer, tackling innovative projects, and balancing work with personal life. Julia's insights on adaptability and collaboration reveal the essence of creativity in the industry, making for an engaging and inspiring conversation.
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High School Pamphlet Changed Her Path
- Julia discovered industrial design in high school after an art teacher handed her a college pamphlet and encouraged her to pursue it.
- That recommendation led her to Columbus College of Art and Design and set her career path into professional industrial design.
Evo Was Her Sketching Bootcamp
- Julia calls her first job at Evo Design her 'four years of ID college' because she trained intensely on sketching and presentation there.
- The studio demanded long sketching days and taught client-specific styles that built her rapid-production skills.
Bring A Printed Portfolio
- Bring a printed, well-made portfolio to stand out and show effort when you apply to studios.
- Use curated physical books (hardbound) selectively to get invited in and demonstrate professionalism.