Lars Conard

Product Designer

I've been building with technology since childhood, growing from code to design to interactive experiences. Now I'm ready to create something that matters at scale.

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Hello
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Code
Create
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Work Experience

OsTech
Full-Stack Product Designer & Developer
August 2025 – Present
Remotely employed, act as the de facto technical brain and hands, turning vague ideas into real, marketable products.
  • Handle end to end work: design, development, research, and problem solving
  • Built multiple client websites, with others in the making
  • Designed, developed, published, and currently maintaining an app on Android & iOS
IGT (International Game Technology)
Multimedia Designer
Dec 2023 – Mar 2025
Remotely employed, invited to join multiple teams (Hoosier Lottery, Powerball, Georgia Lottery, New York Lottery, Caribbean Lottery, and more) to build interactive experiences and digital/physical products.
  • Produced graphics, documentation, branding, animations, and videos for various brands
  • Created advertising campaigns and supporting material for product launches
  • Design and/or stylize decks meant for retailers, employees, and prospective clients
  • Developed web components for accounting needs using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Indiana University
Teacher's Assistant and Lab Instructor
Jan 2024 – Mar 2024
Instructed a 200-level class of 30 students as an undergraduate, focusing on digital asset creation, storyboarding, and multimedia techniques.
  • Instructed a 200-level class at Indiana University of 30 students as an undergraduate
  • Guided students through a variety of projects using primarily Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Conducted live demonstrations and tutorials on digital asset creation
National Student Advertising Competition
Group Leader
2023 & 2024
Led Indiana University's participation in the national advertising competition as a student leader.
  • Led a 30 student class, as a student, in Indiana University's participation in the NSAC
  • Designed our playbook, presentation deck, and many other video/graphic assets
  • Conducted primary research through surveys and in-person interviews
Brain Twins
Product Designer
May 2022 – Aug 2023
Remotely employed, developed interactive museum exhibits and custom hardware systems for public installations.
  • Developed touchscreen Unity installations for museum exhibits
  • Designed and rigged 3D models for animation
  • Built interactive displays, including remote troubleshooting and testing
Indiana Daily Student
Web Programmer and IT Help
Aug 2022 – May 2023
Remotely employed, developed web solutions and provided technical support for the university newspaper's digital platform.
  • Developed article directories and user-friendly landing pages using HTML, CSS, and JS
  • Assisted in resolving software, hardware, and coding issues for new hires
  • Managed integration of digital content into the site's CMS and tracked changes via Git
Shoemaker Motion Picture
Low-Voltage Technician
Apr 2016 – Jun 2017, Mar 2019 – May 2022, May 2023 – Aug 2023
Designed and implemented advanced audio, internet, and digital systems for clients, including schools and businesses.
  • Implemented advanced audio, internet, and digital systems for schools and businesses
  • Configured and deployed servers, ran cabling, and programmed AV control systems
  • Tailored audiovisual and network solutions to meet diverse needs and environments

Education

Indiana University
Bachelor of Arts in Media
Graduated December 2024
Completed comprehensive studies in media production, digital design, and interactive technologies.
  • Group Leader, Graphic Designer, Budgeteer, Developer, Presenter – National Student Advertising Competition, 2023 & 2024
  • Developer, Designer, Animator - Indiana University Game Jam, 2023
  • Honor Roll – Spring and Fall 2022, Spring 2023
Herron School of Art & Design
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication
August 2021 – May 2022
Focused on visual communication design, typography, and creative problem-solving through design.
  • Designer, Artist, Machinist – Herron School of Art and Design Group Art Exhibition, 2021
  • Developed strong foundation in design principles and visual communication
  • Explored various media and design methodologies
Eleven Fifty Programming Academy
Programming Certification
December 2018 – February 2019
Intensive programming bootcamp focused on web development and software engineering fundamentals.
  • Learned modern web development technologies and methodologies
  • Developed practical programming skills through hands-on projects
  • Gained understanding of software development lifecycle
Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
August 2015 – May 2018
Studied information technology with focus on systems, networks, and technical infrastructure.
  • Developed strong technical foundation in IT systems and infrastructure
  • Gained practical experience with networking and system administration

Portfolio

Get In Touch

Let's Work Together

I'm always interested in new opportunities and exciting projects. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, feel free to reach out! References available upon request.

lars.conard@gmail.com
Indiana