Electronic Ink January 2010 - Present

As a Lead Designer with Electronic Ink I drive projects developing internal business systems for clients including leaders in the financial industry, Penske Truck Leasing, and Premier Inc. By coordinating design workshops, synthesizing research and creating visualizations I develop designs around business requirements and user needs.

Please contact me to discuss the work completed during this time.

JohnnyHolland.org November 2008 - Present

I write on behalf of JohnnyHolland.org. My primary focus is on the Observations category where I explore technologies and methods parallel to Interaction Design.and ultimately suggest and question how they might be applicable to the IxD audience.

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Joseph Samuel Isicoff Memorial Fund January 2009 - Present

I support the Joseph Samuel Isicoff Memorial Fund with a simple web presence. I have supported all web activities since 2008.

Launch Site

PNC Bank, NA July 2008 - December 2009

Hired as one of the first two designers in the E-Business and Online Banking department, I redesigned the Online Banking experience, designed mobile applications and explored the Wealth Management space. Primarily supporting internal business needs, I engaged in research and design methods within the bank and coordinated efforts with outside design consultants.

Please contact me to discuss the work completed during this time.

Yinzbar

August 2009 - March 2010

I Designed Yinzbar, an iPhone application intended for the Pittsburgh Steelers fan on the go. Yinzbar provides the current season's schedule and a simple locator for tracking down the local watering hole, anywhere in the United States.

Carnegie Mellon University Graduated 2008

I studied Industrial Design and Human Computer Interaction at Carnegie Mellon University. Primary focus areas included mobile device interaction, healthcare systems, and basic form. I was also heavily involved in the construction and marketing for Booth and Buggy events.
Summary of Projects:
Pittsburgh Zoo Interactive Guide | Prototype | Video
Collaborative Design Tool | Documentation | Sketch Video | Prototype
Solar Decathalon Sensor Array | Documentation

About

My name is David Farkas. I am an interaction designer working with Electronic Ink in Philadelphia, PA. I have a background in Industrial Design and Human Computer Interaction. I focus on user experience and balancing complexity and ease of use in business systems and consumer applications.

Check out some of my recent work here, or check out the rest of the digital footprint below.

Questions? Comments? Email me.

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