William Mitchel

Industrial designer with hands-on experience in CAD modeling, product rendering, and production detailing for interiors, products, and composite parts.

Background includes modelshop work, fabrication support, and finish coordination, with a steady focus on precision, function, and clean presentation. Self taught ceramists with multiple years of experience working with clay and pottery related techniques such as a slip casting, wheel throwing, hand building, 3D printing with clay and maintaining firing schedules in both reduction and oxidation kilns.

Junior Designer at Clive Christian Furniture (2026-08 – Present)

• Prepared CAD plans and production details for bespoke interior spaces.
• Assisted senior designers by creating showroom displays and presentation materials to enhance client engagement.
• Revised specifications and finish schedules for handcrafted cabinetry, ensuring alignment with design intent.
• Designing architectural interiors for high end residential spaces across the world.
• Produced furniture design drawings for luxury bespoke pieces at Clive Christian Furniture.
• Developed concept sketches from client briefs for custom interior projects.
• Prepared CAD layouts and presentation boards for design reviews.

Industrial Designer at Octo Product Development (2024-01 – 2025-08)

• Facilitated team building exercises to enhance collaboration and creativity.
• Designed products from concept to completion, incorporating user feedback and market trends.
• Developed materials and conducted trend research to inform product concepts, overseeing assemblies and CAD modeling for accurate renderings.

Composite Team Member at Brown Formula Racing (2024-11 – 2025-11)

• CNC machined foam molds, prepared surfaces, and performed carbon fiber layups, vacuum formed layups, and finishing on carbon fiber parts for body and aero kit of formula car.
• Prepared composite molds and tooling for Brown Formula Racing race parts.
• Laid up carbon fiber and fiberglass layers for racing components.
• Applied vacuum bagging and curing methods for composite assemblies.
• Adhered to safety procedures for handling chemicals, dust, and curing materials to maintain a safe work environment.

Teach Assistant at RISD (2025-02 – 2025-11)

• Prepared class materials and facilitated critiques, enhancing students' understanding through 3D and digital presentations.

Model Shop Monitor at RISD (2024-09 – 2026-01)

• Monitored and controlled access to the industrial design department's model shop, plaster room, woodworking machinery, and metal fabrication tools.

Woodshop Monitor at RISD (2023-09 – 2026-05)

• Monitored and controlled access to Industrial Design department's advanced woodworking machinery room and hand tools, ensuring safe and efficient use.
• Maintained tools and equipment by sharpening chisels, replacing broken blades, and assisting with advanced carpentry techniques, supporting student projects and enhancing craftsmanship.

Metal Shop Monitor at RISD (2022-09 – 2026-05)

• Managed access to the Industrial Design Department's metal fabricating equipment and advanced machining tools, ensuring safe and efficient operation.

Expo Chef at Eris Brewery Bar And Cider House (2020-01 – 2022-01)

• Preparing food ready for service, maintaining food work flow.
• Maintained cleanliness of food preparation station.
• Team communication, Proper food handling, preparation and storage.
• Testing new food combinations, adjusting menu additions and keeping necessary ingredients stocked.

Manufacturing Intern at Bad Math Company (2014-01 – 2020-01)

• Conducted quality checks on finished products and in-process components to ensure adherence to standards.
• Manufactured custom residential kitchenware, cast and polished semi-precious metal, and constructed advanced wooden crates for shipping to support bespoke production designs.
• Maintained organized manufacturing space by cleaning work areas, tools, and machines.

BFA in Industrial Design – Rhode Island School Of Design (RISD) (2026-05)

High School Diploma in Art – New Trier Township (2022-01)