Michael Joongmin Park / 박중민 https://michaeljpark.github.io/portfolio2026/ Michael.park@ocadu.ca (647)633-3439
125 Peter Street, Suite 1507 Toronto ON M5V 0M2
About I am a UX/HAX designer specializing in rapid design solution development through creative thinking and emerging technological tools, focused on exploring the practical and meaningful value of the design solution. My practice is fundamentally rooted in communication-centred and collaborative approaches, where I employ various design principles and visual languages to facilitate mutual understanding among stakeholders.
Experiences Swave Studios https://www.swavestudios.com/
Explored diverse design solutions and translated design methodologies into practical applications. Participated in stakeholder meetings and cross-functional collaboration, building expertise in project development workflows, design strategy positioning, and professional documentation practice
Junior Industrial Designer (Internship) 2025 October - 2025 November Cadillac Fairview https://www.cadillacfairview.com/
Collaborated directly with clients from Cadillac Fairview and stakeholders in a team-based environment to conduct UX research and develop design solutions for physical space interactions. Engaged in continuous stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle while working cross-functionally to explore new perspectives on environmental interactions and elevate consumer experience.
Student Designer (Co-op) 2024 October - 2024 December
OCAD University – Copy & Printing https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/copy-and-print Student Monitor (Production) 2023 September – 2024 April
Ieumgil (HR Consulting Firm) https://ieumgil.com/Main Graphic Designer/Proposal Designer (Part-time) 2022 November – 2023 March Military Service – Army, Military Police www.mnd.go.kr Sergeant (SGT), Squad Leader 2021 May – 2022 November
For my first paid job in Canada, I worked as a Student Monitor at OCAD University, managing printing-related tasks and production workflows. This experience introduced me to Canadian workplace culture, collaborative problem-solving approaches, and cross-cultural communication in a professional English-speaking environment Worked as a Proposal Designer for a company specializing in government projects, I gained hands-on experience in proposal design and high-volume service design environments. This role deepened my understanding of practical design requirements in professional settings and taught me to strategically apply formal visual design language to meet real-world business needs Completed 18-month mandatory military service as a Military Police officer, progressing to squad leader. Developed resilience in high-pressure situations, team leadership capabilities, and administrative skills. This experience strengthened my adaptability and ability to perform effectively across diverse work environments.
Expertise Documentation: Microsoft PowerPoint - Professional Microsoft Excel - Pre-Intermediate Adobe Illustrator - Intermediate Adobe Photoshop - Advanced Adobe Premiere Pro - Upper Intermediate
Web Development: HTML / CSS / JS / React - Tool Assisted level - Intermediate Figma - Advanced Framer - Pre-Intermediate
Prototyping/VFX: Autodesk Fusion360 - Professional SolidWorks - Intermediate Rhino3D - Upper Intermediate Onshape - Advanced KeyShot - Professional Blender3D - Advanced Cinema4D - Pre-Intermediate
Education 2020 - 2026 (Upcoming in April)
OCAD University – Industrial Design (BDes)
2015 - 2018
Seoul High School - GED Certified
2026 Michael Joongmin Park