I am a results-driven Product Designer with an MA in Product Design (Merit), specializing in user-centric physical product development, CAD modeling, DFM, technical documentation, prototyping and manufacturing workflows. I love turning complex ideas into tangible, manufacturable products through cross-functional collaboration. I enjoy partnering with engineers and marketing teams to deliver elegant, functional solutions for international clients across Europe and the US, and I’m passionate about ergonomic, aesthetically refined designs that meet business goals.

Doruk Sonmezocak

I am a results-driven Product Designer with an MA in Product Design (Merit), specializing in user-centric physical product development, CAD modeling, DFM, technical documentation, prototyping and manufacturing workflows. I love turning complex ideas into tangible, manufacturable products through cross-functional collaboration. I enjoy partnering with engineers and marketing teams to deliver elegant, functional solutions for international clients across Europe and the US, and I’m passionate about ergonomic, aesthetically refined designs that meet business goals.

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I am a results-driven Product Designer with an MA in Product Design (Merit), specializing in user-centric physical product development, CAD modeling, DFM, technical documentation, prototyping and manufacturing workflows. I love turning complex ideas into tangible, manufacturable products through cross-functional collaboration.

I enjoy partnering with engineers and marketing teams to deliver elegant, functional solutions for international clients across Europe and the US, and I’m passionate about ergonomic, aesthetically refined designs that meet business goals.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Product Designer at Woodie Milano
October 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Led end-to-end design and development of two consumer electronics products from concept to manufacturing specifications. Created multiple CAD drawing sets, developed and tested 1:1 3D-printed prototypes to validate ergonomics, fit and functionality. Delivered solutions for international clients across France, Germany, Switzerland, and the United States; generated functionally and aesthetically refined concepts meeting technical feasibility and business goals.
Product Designer at Woodie
October 1, 2023 - November 17, 2025
Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to support product launches; conducted user-centered prototype testing to refine the design of a multi-functional charging stand with a focus on ergonomics and usability; designed functional and aesthetically refined product concepts for consumer electronics, home accessories, and lifestyle sectors using user-centered design principles.
Product Designer & Developer at Parla Design
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Contributed to the design and development of bespoke furniture for hospitality venues, focusing on user experience through improved functionality and accessibility; collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure launches prioritized user needs and satisfaction.
Product Designer at Freelance
October 1, 2022 - November 17, 2025
Drove the design and development of intuitive user experiences for fintech and e-commerce platforms; conducted user research and usability testing to inform data-driven design decisions; created high-fidelity prototypes and interactive UI components in Figma and Adobe Photoshop; implemented mobile-first responsive designs to optimize accessibility and performance.
Product Designer & Developer at Parla Design
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Contributed to bespoke furniture design projects from concept development to production drawing preparation. Produced technical drawings and CAD documentation to support manufacturing and assembly processes. Collaborated with marketing and sales to align design outputs with brand identity and campaign goals. Assisted in material selection and feasibility considerations for custom furniture solutions.
Intern Product Designer & Developer at B&t Design
September 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Worked on office and outdoor chairs with emphasis on usability and ergonomics; collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design decisions were guided by user needs and supported successful product launches.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Bahcesehir University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022
Master of Arts in Product Design at Regent's University London
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Master of Arts in Industrial Design at Domus Academy
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Student Exchange Semester in Industrial Design at Berlin International University of Applied Sciences
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
MA in Product Design (Merit) at Regent's University London & Domus Academy, Milan
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
BA in Industrial Design at Bahçeşehir University, Istanbul
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Exchange Semester – Industrial Design at Berlin International University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Google UX Design Certificate
January 1, 2025 - November 17, 2025
Electrical Small Appliances Competition - 1st Prize
January 1, 2020 - November 17, 2025
Toy Design Competition - 3rd Prize
January 1, 2020 - November 17, 2025
1st Prize – Electrical Small Appliances Design Competition, IMMIB
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
3rd Prize – Recycled Toy Design Competition, Yıldız Technical University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Google UX Design Certificate
January 1, 2025 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment