Drake Korson
@drakekorson
Senior Exhibit Designer with expertise in immersive environments.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Exhibit & Environment Designer with a passion for creating immersive experiences that captivate audiences. Over the past several years, I have led multi-phase projects at Meta4Mat, where I successfully managed budgets up to $200k and improved production efficiency by at least 30%. My role involved overseeing ADA compliance, art direction, and the integration of interactive media, ensuring that every installation not only met but exceeded stakeholder expectations.
In addition to my work at Meta4Mat, I have freelanced as a Multimedia Artist, producing spatial experiences for museums and startups. My ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage project timelines has been instrumental in delivering high-quality outcomes. I hold a B.S.A. in Experience Design from Western Michigan University and am currently expanding my skill set with full-stack web development training.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Multimedia Artist
Freelance
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)
Produced spatial experiences and branded content for museums and startups using 3D visualization, physical prototyping, and iterative reviews with clients. Contributed to multiple six-figure exhibit bids with art direction, fabrication specs, and vendor sourcing.
Senior Exhibit & Environment Designer
Meta4Mat
Jan 2022 - Dec 2025 (3 years 11 months)
Led multi-phase immersive environment projects across design, prototyping, fabrication, and installation with cross-departmental teams and outside vendors. Directed project budgets up to $200k, reducing waste and improving production efficiency by at least 30% through coordinated scheduling and vendor management.
Exhibit Technician
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Managed production and installation phases of permanent and temporary exhibitions, overseeing layout adjustments and field coordination. Created shop drawings, spatial layouts, and renderings to assist cross-functional teams.
Exhibit Manager
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 11 months)
Delivered new exhibit installations from R&D through launch, managing team schedules and outside contractors. Initiated capital planning and forecasting strategies to prioritize repairs, resulting in 15% improvement in uptime.
Operations Manager / Program Coordinator
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Jan 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 11 months)
Created community partnerships and coordinated program logistics, events, and volunteer design activities. Reduced administrative overhead by 20% through workflow automation and staff resource planning.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
100Devs
Certificate, Full Stack Web Development
Pursued Full Stack Web Development, gaining proficiency in front-end and back-end technologies. Developed skills in building and deploying web applications.
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Science in Arts, Experience Design
Studied Experience Design, focusing on creating engaging and interactive environments. Gained expertise in design principles and user experience.
Mott Community College
Associate of Arts, Graphic Design
Completed a program in Graphic Design, developing skills in visual communication and design software. Acquired foundational knowledge in design principles.
Kendall College of Art and Design
Additional Study, Design
Undertook additional studies in Design, expanding knowledge and skills in various design disciplines. Focused on enhancing creative and technical abilities.
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