Jed Kelly

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com Industrial Designer and Fabricator with over 7 years of experience in set construction, retail fit-outs, and interactive builds.

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Industrial Designer and Fabricator with over 7 years of experience in set construction, retail fit-outs, and interactive builds. I have a practical, hands-on background in mixed-material fabrication and workshop management, focused on delivering high-quality projects safely and on time.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined February 2026

Industry experience

  • Manufacturing
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Professional Services
  • Other

Work experience· 4 roles

Production Manager (Furniture & Lighting) · Jed Kelly DesignJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Managed workshop workflows, material sourcing, scheduling, and quality control. Oversaw end-to-end production of high-quality bespoke furniture and lighting pieces, with hands-on fabrication across timber and metal (including welding) and a strong emphasis on finish quality and durability. Supported on-production problem solving to keep concepts buildable and faithful to the original design. Coordinated installations to ensure works met aesthetic, functional, and safety standards.

Industrial Designer · Boom Studios Ben-Tovim DesignJan 2019 – Jan 2021 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Industrial Designer and Fabricator with experience in set construction, retail fit-outs, and interactive builds. Produced detailed CAD drafting and production-ready files for CNC routers, laser cutters, and traditional workshop tools. Created clear build documentation and installation instructions to support efficient on-site assembly. Contributed hands-on fabrication including carpentry, cabinetry, metalwork, and prototyping, with safety and engineering approvals ensuring builds meet relevant standards before installation. Mentored and supported junior designers, guiding design development through production constraints.

Industrial Designer · Freelance (Self-Employed)Jan 2018 – Dec 2019 · 2 yrs

Delivered end-to-end creative and technical support across event, architectural, and product-based projects. Provided detailed 3D drafting, build documentation, and on-site fabrication; undertook carpentry and prototyping; managed client communication, scoping, quoting, scheduling, and delivery under tight timelines to ensure consistent, production-ready outcomes.

Foundry Assistant · Mal Wood FoundryJan 2015 – Jan 2019 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Education

Bachelor of Industrial Design - Honours · RMIT University2020 – 2026
Bronze Casting · RMIT University2020 – 2026
Foundry Assistant · Mal Wood Foundry2015 – 2019

Certifications and awards

Bronze Casting2030 – 2026

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