Michelle Marie D. Seno

Work Experience

Junior Product Designer at Habagat Outdoor Equipment Inc.
May 1, 2013 - August 1, 2014
Conceptualized and designed new products with a focus on user experience, sustainability, and functionality. Led prototyping and material exploration to refine production efficiency and product quality.
Graphic Designer & Set Designer at Freelance
February 1, 2015 - November 1, 2019
Collaborated with production designers and film directors to define visual aesthetics and create immersive storytelling environments. Designed immersive visual identities for film, including mock brands, props, and set design aesthetics. Managed art direction, budgeting, and team coordination to align with creative visions and production timelines.
Co-founder & Creative Director at The Backbone Co.
September 1, 2017 - Present
Led end-to-end brand development across digital and physical experiences—from user and expert research to strategy, insight analysis, and brand identity design. Increased team productivity by developing The Backbone's Playbook, facilitated meetings, and cultivated a feedback-driven culture to exceed creative expectations and maintain brand consistency across deliverables.
Co-founder & Head of Products at OBJX Co.
April 1, 2024 - Present
Established efficient manufacturing processes, created a production toolkit, and built low-profile jigs and fixtures. Led end-to-end product development—from ideation and prototyping to iteration—driven by customer and peer feedback; designed packaging and retail experiences to enhance engagement.

Education

BFA Major in Industrial Design at UP Cebu
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Best in Merch - OBJX Kuri-kuri raft Bazaar 2024
January 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026
Blue Mango Award for Best Booth Display
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
Blue Mango Award for Green Innovation - Carga Collection
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
Cebu Design Week 2019 Excellent Design for Packaging - Semi-finalist
January 1, 2019 - February 18, 2026
ASEAN-KOREA Excellent Design 2020
January 1, 2020 - February 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education