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Nice to meet you!

I am a lively, empathic, and ambitious designer that enjoys making and creating things with a positive impact on humans and nature. 

Born in California and raised in Germany I experienced different cultures and people early on, which gave me an openness and curiosity for the world. I like to explore new countries through random food testings – which may or may not succeed at times. ;) Also, I believe jogging is a sightseeing method. 

Growing up in the countryside and working with natural materials in arts and crafts, gave me a deep appreciation for the natural world. I am part of the UID Climate Group and in my free time can be found outdoors, sewing clothes, or recharging through dance, music, or reading.

In my latest design works, I have been exploring ways to integrate sustainable thinking into my solutions, even while working on tight briefs and in collaboration with companies. At the moment I am working on exploring how products and services could be designed for a circular economy in my master thesis.

experience

January 2020 – Now 

Leica Camera AG

Master Thesis Student
Munich, Germany

2019

Leica Camera AG

Industrial Design Intern
6 months
Munich, Germany

2018

Bosh Siemens Home Appliances

Industrial Design Intern
3 months
Munich, Germany

2018

HYVE – The Innovation Company

Industrial Design Intern
6 months
Munich, Germany

2017

Anton Paar

Industrial Design Intern
1 months
Graz, Austria

2016

Sensovation AG – Smart Imaging Solutions

Voluntary Design Support
1 months
Radolfzell, Germany

2015

Uve Küttner – Interior & Furniture Design

Intern
3 months
Berlin, Germany

2015

Beck Design – Furniture & Product Design

Intern
1 months
Markdorf, Germany

2013

Linya International Ltd.

Volunteer Councellor
6 months
Beijing, China

education

2019 – Now

Umeå Institute of Design

Master in Advanced Product Design
Umeå, Sweden

2015 – 2018

FH Joanneum

Bachelor Industrial Design
Graz, Austria

2001 – 2014

Waldorf High-School Überlingen

Graduated with the German Abitur
(university entrance diploma/ A-Levels)
Überlinge, Germany

2010

Summerfield Waldorf High School

Student Exchange
4 month
Santa Rosa, California, USA

collaborations

Companies I have worked with in an educational context / university project collaborations.

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recognition

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© Anna Hing 2021

contact: annahing.design(at)gmail.com