Mike Charpin

Crafting Joy Through Design! 

Web developer with experience bringing products to market as an industrial designer, blending usability expertise with coding to create empathetic digital experiences.

Code Wizard, Design Sorcerer 

About

I'm Mike Charpin, a web developer with experience in industrial design as a physical product designer. I bring a strong background in usability-focused design having crafted a diverse range of products, from fitness machines and printers to tabletop RPG accessories and helmets.

My passion lies in seeing ideas come to life, refining them through user feedback, and ultimately making a positive impact on people's lives. I'm known for my resourcefulness, tackling challenges head-on, and knowing when to seek expertise. My approach to problem-solving is with research, exploration, rapid prototyping, and a commitment to user-centered solutions.

I aim to be a creative problem solver who delivers results while fostering a collaborative working environment. Whether I'm working on a website, web app, or physical product, I bring my commitment to design excellence and user-centered thinking to every project. I look forward to the opportunity to bring my skills and passion to your next project.

Mike Charpin
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Patents

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design awards

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years of experience

Experience

  • Project Manager 

    Miniature World

    2022-Present | Staten Island, NY

    Collaborating with a team of 40 model makers we crafted an extensive model train exhibit with detailed replicas of various global regions. Additionally, I optimized resource allocation, simplified project scopes to manage risks, and contributed to captivating mechanical animations.

  • Team Lead 

    Union Garage

    2020-2022 | Brooklyn, NY

    Established clear guidelines for customer interactions and inventory management, boosting our sales team's confidence and our reputation as a trusted motorcycle safety gear retailer. I also enhanced order accuracy, synchronized our inventory systems, and managed the relocation of our inventory from Brooklyn to Bridgeport.

  • Senior Industrial Designer 

    Proteus Motion

    2017-2020 | Long Island City, NY

    I played a key role in fast-tracking handle prototypes to showcase the Proteus fitness machine's potential to investors. I oversaw the entire product life cycle and contributed to 6 patent applications, solidifying our technological leadership.

  • Junior Industrial Desginer 

    Zebra Technologies

    2015-2017 | Holtsville, NY

    Contriburted to the design of accessories for barcode scanners, mobile touch computers, and ID printers, utilizing human factors research. My role involved on-site and remote work, color analysis, and incorporating feedback from senior designers, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to design enhancement.

  • Draftsman 

    Gentex Corp.

    2013-2015 | Boston, MA

    Developed a robust product control system, and created comprehensive technical documentation for both existing products and products in development.

Education

  • Bachelor's of Science in Industrial Design

    2009 - 2013 | Wentworth Institute of Technology

    Physical Product Design, User Experience Research, Design Thinking, Model Making, Visual Communication

  • Online Coursework

    2020 - present | LearnJavascript.online & The Odin Project

    HTML, CSS & Javascript Fundamentals