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Kai Rump

Industrial Designer & Sketching Artist

€999/day
Zell am See, AT
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Kai

I´m Kai Rump.

An independent industrial designer and sketching artist based in Austria, specializing in product design, design sketching, and visual storytelling.

I help individuals and companies turn innovative ideas into tangible products through thoughtful concept development, high-quality 3D visualizations, and clear, strategic design thinking.

I earned my bachelor degree in industrial design with honors at the University of Wuppertal, gained experience in the design department at Sonos Inc. in California. The years before I became independent I was responsible for developing products from the first sketch to mass production at the design consultancy Studio F. A. Porsche in Austria. These experiences sharpened my eye for aesthetic form, technical function, and brand-aligned product design.

Today, I work as a freelance product designer and design consultant, supporting startups and established brands in creating powerful product solutions and compelling visual narratives. My services include industrial design consulting, sketch-based concept generation, and CGI product visualization.

In parallel, I run a growing social media presence where I share my passion for design sketching and inspire a global audience of design students, creatives, and visual thinkers.

Whether you’re looking to collaborate on product design, explore new visual directions, or just want to get inspired by the creative process – I’d love to connect.
  • German

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Fluent

Can work on-site
Zell am See (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Studio Kai Rump
    Independent Industrial Design Consultant
    April 2024 - Today (2 years and 2 months)
    Zell am See, Austria
    As an independent industrial designer, I support companies in developing meaningful and marketable products through holistic design consulting. From early ideation and concept development to design strategy, project coordination and visualization, I help transform abstract ideas into clear, compelling solutions. My work bridges creative design thinking with business goals, enabling startups and established brands alike to bring products to life with confidence and clarity.
    Industrial Design Design for Manufacturing Concept Development Design Consulting Project Management
  • Studio F. A. Porsche
    Industrial Designer
    September 2019 - September 2023 (4 years)
    Austria
    At Studio F. A. Porsche, I was responsible for the end-to-end design of consumer and lifestyle products, from the first sketch to final production. I led concept development, 3D modeling, and design visualization across multiple projects, collaborating with international clients and engineering teams. My work focused on creating timeless, functional, and brand-aligned designs with a high level of precision and attention to detail. This experience deepened my expertise in premium product development, design for manufacturing, and holistic design strategies.
    Industrial Design Project Management 3D modeling Corporate Design Concept Development
  • SONOS Inc.
    Industrial Design Internship
    January 2018 - June 2018 (5 months)
    Santa Barbara, CA, USA
    As part of the industrial design team, I supported the early-stage development of the Sonos Arc soundbar. My role included sketching, 3D modeling (CAD), and visualizing product concepts to explore form, function, and user interaction. I worked closely with design leads and cross-functional teams to translate initial ideas into tangible directions, contributing to a product that is now globally recognized. This internship sharpened my skills in premium consumer electronics design, collaborative workflows, and design-driven storytelling.
    Industrial Design User Experience Design 3D modeling Corporate Design CGI

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Education

  • Bachelor of Arts
    University of Wuppertal
    2019
    Bachelor of Arts
  • Student Exchange Program
    University of Cincinnati
    2017
    Student Exchange Program

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