Michael Hui
Owner/Designer · Hui Leatherworks
Long Beach, CA
In My Own Words
A recent graduate from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor's of Science in Industrial Design. Being a kinesthetic learner, I am always eager to learn new skills and have always had a passion for making things by hand. Along with design, I also have a passion for photography.
Work Experience
Owner/Designer
Hui Leatherworks2015 – Present
Responsible for all aspects of selling handmade premium leather accessories, from the design, manufacturing, material sourcing and order fulfillment.
Research and Development Intern
Aspen Medical Products2015 – 2016
Produced design mock-ups, prototypes, sketches, CAD models, renderings, and product graphics.
Part of a two man team that developed and prototyped a brace designed for patients that suffer from dropped head syndrome, a symptom of ALS. This prototype is currently undergoing patient testing at Mayo Clinic.
Bookstore Warehouse Employee
Forty-Niner Shops2013 – 2015
Responsible for a variety of roles including: receiving orders, order fulfillment, and stocking of books.
Freelance Model-Maker
J.W.Reed Design2015 – 2015
Responsible for creating a prototype model of a product.
Education
Advanced High School Diploma
Southeast Career Technical Academy2006 – 2010
Advanced High School Diploma
