Jay Meschter

Jay Meschter is an accomplished industrial designer who has made significant contributions to the field of product design, particularly during his time at Apple Computer Inc.

Career at Apple

Jay Meschter was a member of the Apple Industrial Design Group, working alongside other notable designers such as Robert Brunner, Daniele De Iuliis, and Jonathan Ive.12 During his tenure at Apple, Meschter contributed to the design of several iconic products, including:

1. The PowerBook 160 laptop computer, released in 19921
2. The 20th Anniversary Macintosh, which was recognized with a D&AD Award in 19984

Professional Experience

Meschter's career in industrial design spans over 18 years, with the first part of his career dedicated to his work at the Apple Design Group.3 His contributions at Apple helped shape the company's design language and set the foundation for future innovations in personal computing.

Post-Apple Career

After leaving Apple, Jay Meschter continued to make strides in the field of industrial design:

• He joined Nike, where he held the position of Director of Kitchen Innovation56
• At Nike, Meschter likely applied his expertise in product design to develop innovative athletic footwear and apparel

Skills and Expertise

Throughout his career, Jay Meschter has demonstrated proficiency in various areas, including:

• Industrial design
• Product development
• Customer service
• Management
• Web design

His diverse skill set has allowed him to make significant contributions to both the technology and sportswear industries.6

Jay Meschter's work at Apple and beyond has left a lasting impact on the field of industrial design, contributing to products that have shaped the way we interact with technology and sports equipment.