Mai Cohen
Mai Cohen
Product Designer
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I am an industrial designer with a Bachelor's degree from Bezalel Academy, specializing in product design and development. With a passion for woodworking and a keen eye for aesthetics, I take a hands-on approach to designing functional, beautiful products.
My expertise spans project management from concept to completion, and I thrive in collaborative environments. I also have experience in mentoring, teamwork, and leading volunteer initiatives that positively impact the community.
About me
2016–2020 | dream4u
2011–2012 | Independent
Organized Independent Creative Summer Camps
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Operated summer camps, planned schedules and activities, and instructed children.
Children's Event Performer and Coordinator
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Managed children’s events, including team leadership, on-site operations, and real-time problem-solving.
Industrial Designer
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Designed and developed custom-made, self-assembly furniture using pine wood.
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Led the full product development cycle, from concept to retail-ready product.
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Conducted market research to identify new product opportunities.
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Crafted efficient, functional designs using minimal materials.
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Built modular, user-friendly models with straightforward assembly.
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Produced clear, step-by-step graphical guides for seamless assembly.
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Captured product photos and optimized their online presence for web listings.
2023–2025 | Aviv Hegia
DIY Wood furniture Kits
2023–2025 | AVIV HEGIA – DIY WOOD FURNITURE KITS
Work experience
Volunteered In Various Municipal Programs
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Led and instructed the municipal "entertainment team".
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Participated in the city’s youth council.
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Provided tutoring.
2013–2016 | Founded Volunteer Project
Founded and Led Volunteer Municipal Project "Costume Warehouse"
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Developed an annual program, recruited, trained, and guided volunteers, and oversaw day-to-day operations.
2011-2013 | Municipal Programs
design and production of Combat support gear
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During the "Iron Swords" War, Designed, modeled, and sewed custom equipment tailored to military unit needs, including items such as grenade pouches for combat vests and stretchers.
2023 | Volunteered with Manta Air
Volunteer Work
Military Service
2014-2016 | Air Force Cadet Mentor
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Established a branch of the Air Force Technical School in Herzliya.
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Taught classes and mentoring.
2013 | Municipal Volunteer Excellence Award
City of Ra’anana
2019-2021 | Academic Excellence Award
Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design
Awards
2022 | Student Exchange Program
Free University of Bolzano, Italy
2019-2023 | Bachelor's degree
B.Des. Industrial Design, Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design
Education
Illustrator
Photoshop
Lightroom
InDesign
Adobe XD
Figma
Solidworks
Fusion
Rhino
Grasshopper
Arduino
Keyshot
Software Tools
Hebrew – Native
English – Fluent
Languages
climbing, skiing, hiking, puzzle solving, Creative making, painting, 3D printing
3D Modeling, Woodworking, Glassworking, 3D Visualization, Craftsmanship, Creativity, Fast Learner, Interpersonal Skills, Mentoring