Chantal Drenthe
Toy inventor at Fuse London- Claim this Profile
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Joeri Van Der Leeden
I had the pleasure of working with Chantal on a number of design projects at the PF Concept Studio. Her interpersonal skills makes her a very easy and fun colleague to work with. E.g. She played a vital part in the development of our 707 collection of fun and original gifts with a fresh and very creative approach. Particularly the out of the box thinking showed her way of handling challenges and finding interesting workarounds for a couple of design issues. On the other hand she also was able to pick up new design challenges such as bags design. I would be happy to work again with her in future projects, thanks Chantal!
Ellen De Boer
This letter is my personal recommendation for Chantal Drenthe. Until just recently, I have been Chantal's manager for several years. I found her to be consistently pleasant, tackling all assignments with dedication and a smile. Besides being a joy to work with, Chantal is a take-charge person who is able to present creative ideas and communicate the benefits. She has successfully designed and developed several product ideas and complete lines for our company that have resulted in increased revenue and extra value because of exclusivity. Though she was an asset to our creative department, Chantal was also extraordinary helpful in other areas of the company. She’s a person that takes the lead were projects still needs to be developed. She has an out of the box way of thinking. She’s able to inspire and motivate others with her positive attitude. I highly recommend Chantal for employment. She is a team player and would make a great asset to any organization. Sincerely, Ellen de Boer, Creative manager Present Time
Joeri Van Der Leeden
I had the pleasure of working with Chantal on a number of design projects at the PF Concept Studio. Her interpersonal skills makes her a very easy and fun colleague to work with. E.g. She played a vital part in the development of our 707 collection of fun and original gifts with a fresh and very creative approach. Particularly the out of the box thinking showed her way of handling challenges and finding interesting workarounds for a couple of design issues. On the other hand she also was able to pick up new design challenges such as bags design. I would be happy to work again with her in future projects, thanks Chantal!
Ellen De Boer
This letter is my personal recommendation for Chantal Drenthe. Until just recently, I have been Chantal's manager for several years. I found her to be consistently pleasant, tackling all assignments with dedication and a smile. Besides being a joy to work with, Chantal is a take-charge person who is able to present creative ideas and communicate the benefits. She has successfully designed and developed several product ideas and complete lines for our company that have resulted in increased revenue and extra value because of exclusivity. Though she was an asset to our creative department, Chantal was also extraordinary helpful in other areas of the company. She’s a person that takes the lead were projects still needs to be developed. She has an out of the box way of thinking. She’s able to inspire and motivate others with her positive attitude. I highly recommend Chantal for employment. She is a team player and would make a great asset to any organization. Sincerely, Ellen de Boer, Creative manager Present Time
Joeri Van Der Leeden
I had the pleasure of working with Chantal on a number of design projects at the PF Concept Studio. Her interpersonal skills makes her a very easy and fun colleague to work with. E.g. She played a vital part in the development of our 707 collection of fun and original gifts with a fresh and very creative approach. Particularly the out of the box thinking showed her way of handling challenges and finding interesting workarounds for a couple of design issues. On the other hand she also was able to pick up new design challenges such as bags design. I would be happy to work again with her in future projects, thanks Chantal!
Ellen De Boer
This letter is my personal recommendation for Chantal Drenthe. Until just recently, I have been Chantal's manager for several years. I found her to be consistently pleasant, tackling all assignments with dedication and a smile. Besides being a joy to work with, Chantal is a take-charge person who is able to present creative ideas and communicate the benefits. She has successfully designed and developed several product ideas and complete lines for our company that have resulted in increased revenue and extra value because of exclusivity. Though she was an asset to our creative department, Chantal was also extraordinary helpful in other areas of the company. She’s a person that takes the lead were projects still needs to be developed. She has an out of the box way of thinking. She’s able to inspire and motivate others with her positive attitude. I highly recommend Chantal for employment. She is a team player and would make a great asset to any organization. Sincerely, Ellen de Boer, Creative manager Present Time
Joeri Van Der Leeden
I had the pleasure of working with Chantal on a number of design projects at the PF Concept Studio. Her interpersonal skills makes her a very easy and fun colleague to work with. E.g. She played a vital part in the development of our 707 collection of fun and original gifts with a fresh and very creative approach. Particularly the out of the box thinking showed her way of handling challenges and finding interesting workarounds for a couple of design issues. On the other hand she also was able to pick up new design challenges such as bags design. I would be happy to work again with her in future projects, thanks Chantal!
Ellen De Boer
This letter is my personal recommendation for Chantal Drenthe. Until just recently, I have been Chantal's manager for several years. I found her to be consistently pleasant, tackling all assignments with dedication and a smile. Besides being a joy to work with, Chantal is a take-charge person who is able to present creative ideas and communicate the benefits. She has successfully designed and developed several product ideas and complete lines for our company that have resulted in increased revenue and extra value because of exclusivity. Though she was an asset to our creative department, Chantal was also extraordinary helpful in other areas of the company. She’s a person that takes the lead were projects still needs to be developed. She has an out of the box way of thinking. She’s able to inspire and motivate others with her positive attitude. I highly recommend Chantal for employment. She is a team player and would make a great asset to any organization. Sincerely, Ellen de Boer, Creative manager Present Time
Experience
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Fuse London
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United Kingdom
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Musicians
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1 - 100 Employee
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Toy inventor
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Jul 2016 - Present
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Freelance designer
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United States
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Design Services
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Independent Design Professional
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Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
Developed projects on own initiative or based on design brief which are selected for and introduced into the collections of Fred & Friends, Nextime & Innermost.Created 3D printed designs in plastics and metals through Shapeways and for own 3D printer to pioneer in new standards for the production technic. Developed projects on own initiative or based on design brief which are selected for and introduced into the collections of Fred & Friends, Nextime & Innermost.Created 3D printed designs in plastics and metals through Shapeways and for own 3D printer to pioneer in new standards for the production technic.
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Tom Dixon
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Peru
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Architecture and Planning
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Supervisor
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Sep 2015 - Mar 2016
Led the retail team of the pop-up department store concept according to brand guidelines. Consequently, was invited to join the central team. Support with daily activities; prepare invoices & customer contact. Led the retail team of the pop-up department store concept according to brand guidelines. Consequently, was invited to join the central team. Support with daily activities; prepare invoices & customer contact.
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Mustard Gifts
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United States
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Production manager / Designer
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Oct 2013 - Sep 2015
Production Manager / Designer of Stationery Giftware.Managed bi-annual collections from initial concept presentation to forming designs and final product(s) delivery, according to strict deadlines following complex internal approval structure. Reviewed and improved design processes. Managed external suppliers for all collection designs. Documented concept requirements, developed as well as reviewed and approved product specifications. Liaised with external suppliers about design details and production.
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Founder
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Dec 2011 - Dec 2013
Founded, organised, created and put up hand-made & hand-painted Swings all over Holland.Swings Holland is a spontaneous community-building organization. Voluntary hand-made hand-painted Swings were hung all over Holland on trees, random structures, inside buildings, of bridges…anywhere and everywhere, really. Founded, organised, created and put up hand-made & hand-painted Swings all over Holland.Swings Holland is a spontaneous community-building organization. Voluntary hand-made hand-painted Swings were hung all over Holland on trees, random structures, inside buildings, of bridges…anywhere and everywhere, really.
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PF Concept
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Netherlands
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Wholesale
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300 - 400 Employee
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Industrial Designer
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Oct 2012 - Sep 2013
Industrial Designer of Bags & Stationery.Designed for a number of brand portfolios based on design briefs as well as own leadership. That included end-to-end management of the design cycle. Supported a team of three with design production, product specifications and factory visits. Industrial Designer of Bags & Stationery.Designed for a number of brand portfolios based on design briefs as well as own leadership. That included end-to-end management of the design cycle. Supported a team of three with design production, product specifications and factory visits.
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Present Time
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Netherlands
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Wholesale Furniture and Home Furnishings
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1 - 100 Employee
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Product Designer
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Nov 2010 - Jul 2012
Product Designer of Giftware, Home Accessories & Small Furniture.Responsible for OEM product development as part of the creative department. Designed product(s) from idea to production. Managed collection projects including interaction with freelance designers and external suppliers. Created and styled stands at international fairs based on a manager’s brief independently as well as part of a team. Managed a team of 8 to organise and deliver annual sales event including budget management.Created and set up an annual design contest.
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Jr. Product Designer
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Apr 2008 - Nov 2010
Designed items for all the brands and starting projects with our Asian suppliers. Supported the creative team.Participated in annual sales event organisation.Initiated annual design contest to attract more external designers
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Product Design Graduation Intern
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Nov 2007 - Apr 2008
Developed product idea/concept to produced designs for the collection independently. During this project two products were realized: the Wine bottle holder grape & Magazine holder Archive.
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Pixeltafel
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Brazil
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Photography
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1 - 100 Employee
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Product designer
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Jun 2009 - Nov 2009
Dutch Design Week Project Dutch Design Week Project
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Product Design Intern
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Aug 2006 - Dec 2006
Product Design Intern; participation in several projects from the development of a new refrigerator line, a disinfector washing machine for hospital use and the packaging of a ski wax-care tool. Product Design Intern; participation in several projects from the development of a new refrigerator line, a disinfector washing machine for hospital use and the packaging of a ski wax-care tool.
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Education
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2019 - 2021
Kingston University
Master's degree, Sustainable Design -
2018 - 2018
Westminster Business School
PRINCE2, Foundation & Practicioner -
2017 - 2017
Escape Studios
Short course, Motion Graphics -
2015 - 2015
DDID- BNO
training, Fair & Green Design -
2014 - 2014
University of London
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2003 - 2007
Haagse Hogeschool/TH Rijswijk
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Product design and engineering
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