Hi, I'm Cole Fungaroli! I'm a damn good industrial & graphic designer in Raleigh, NC.

Cole Fungaroli

Hi, I'm Cole Fungaroli! I'm a damn good industrial & graphic designer in Raleigh, NC.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Cole Fungaroli! I’m a damn good industrial & graphic designer in Raleigh, NC.

Work Experience

Co-founder / Head of Design at Parde E-Bikes
June 1, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Engineered sustainable bicycles blending wood and metal components with custom fabrication techniques. Launched a successful crowdfunding campaign; directed brand identity, packaging design, and social media strategy.
Industrial Designer at Gilson Snow Co.
April 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Directed R&D initiatives to expand into new product categories, integrating user insights and materials innovation. Created scalable manufacturing systems, 3D product designs, and high-quality graphics to support brand differentiation.
Product Development Lead at Fire & Flavor
March 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Led the design and development of four patented products, driving innovation in the outdoor cooking industry. Created brand guidelines and executed a full visual rebrand to increase market presence and design consistency across platforms.
Contract Industrial Designer at Gilson Snow Co.
January 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Designed new product lines in snowboards and skis, optimized CNC operations, and improved manufacturing workflows. Delivered photorealistic renderings, technical documentation, and marketing graphics for product launches.
Contract Industrial Designer at Groove Life
March 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
Conducted competitive market analysis and user research to develop innovative consumer products and lifestyle accessories. Delivered concept ideation, CAD modeling, 3D visualization, and pitch decks aligned with go-to-market strategy.

Education

B.F.A. in Industrial Design at Savannah College of Art and Design - SCAD
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Professional Certificate in User Experience Design
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services