Get to Know Me!

Hi, my name is Nicc. I’m a 3rd year industrial design student at Arizona State University, currently based in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area.

I’m a self proclaimed generalist with a lifelong passion for making and tinkering. I value curiosity and empathy in my design process. I thrive on the challenge of finding beautiful, impactful solutions.

Current Hyperfixations: Biking, Pokémon TCG, & Sharks!

Education

Expected Graduation: May 2027

Cumulative GPA: 3.79

BSD in Industrial Design at Arizona State University

Expected Graduation: May 2027

Cumulative GPA: 3.79

BSD in Industrial Design at Arizona State University

Work Experience

Dec 2025 - Present

Welcome Team Volunteer at Matthew House

Mentor newly arrived refugee families and help them navigate life in the United States of America. Provide friendship, practical support, and assist with accessing essential services.

Dec 2025 - Present

Welcome Team Volunteer at Matthew House

Mentor newly arrived refugee families and help them navigate life in the United States of America. Provide friendship, practical support, and assist with accessing essential services.

Oct 2024 - Present

Contest Team Member & Photographer at DreamCraft

Sponsored yo-yo competitor representing the team at sanctioned regional, national, and international contests; performs original routines, promotes sponsors, and serves as the team photographer, producing event and promotional content while engaging with the yo-yo community.

Oct 2024 - Present

Contest Team Member & Photographer at DreamCraft

Sponsored yo-yo competitor representing the team at sanctioned regional, national, and international contests; performs original routines, promotes sponsors, and serves as the team photographer, producing event and promotional content while engaging with the yo-yo community.


Relevant Experience

Jan 2026 - Present

Exhibit Designer at Childrens Museum of Phoenix

Supporting an interdisciplinary team as Arizona State University, in collaboration with Arizona Science Center, creating, constructing, and designing exhibits ensuring safety and accessibility enabling fun, educational experiences for children.

Jan 2026 - Present

Exhibit Designer at Childrens Museum of Phoenix

Supporting an interdisciplinary team as Arizona State University, in collaboration with Arizona Science Center, creating, constructing, and designing exhibits ensuring safety and accessibility enabling fun, educational experiences for children.

August 2025 - Dec 2025

Furniture Designer at KFI Studios

Designed mass produced furniture for a contract furniture company through a sponsored class project. Focused on furnishing higher education institutions with a strong emphasis on manufacturing.

August 2025 - Dec 2025

Furniture Designer at KFI Studios

Designed mass produced furniture for a contract furniture company through a sponsored class project. Focused on furnishing higher education institutions with a strong emphasis on manufacturing.

Skill Set

Teamwork

Sketching

Human Centered Design

3D Printing

High fidelity Prototyping

User Research

Analytical Thinking

Solid Works

Keyshot

Procreate

Nicolaas De Yager


© Copyright 2026

Nicolaas De Yager


© Copyright 2026

Nicolaas De Yager


© Copyright 2026