Resume

m.copley@gmail.com | (859) 640-7764

TECHNICAL SKILLS & EXPERTISE

• 3D Modeling & Visualization: SolidWorks • Fusion360 • Rhino • KeyShot (Photorealistic Rendering) • Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Design & Human Factors: User-Centered Design (UCD) • Hand Ergonomics • Component Space Optimization • High-Visibility CMF Strategy • User Research Translation
• Engineering & DFM: Injection Molding • Overmolding & Elastomer Processing • Multi-Axis Hinge & Bearing Linkages • CNC Machining • Sheet Metal Fabrication
• Product Lifecycle: Zero-to-One Concept Generation • Rapid Prototyping (FDM/SLA 3D Printing) • Vendor & Tooling Management • Cross-Functional Team Alignment

RELEVANT INDUSTRIAL DESIGN EXPERIENCE

Industrial Product Designer | Ernie Ball Music Man | San Luis Obispo, CA  

January 2019 – March 2026

• Developed the compact hardware housing for the Fast Pitch Clip-On Tuner, integrating a minimalist one-button UI and a 360-degree rotating clip utilizing Fusion360 to manage component allocation for the color-changing LCD display, CR2032 battery housing, and main circuit board.

• Led the end-to-end industrial design of the Pegwinder Plus, earning a 4.7/5-star user rating and Amazon Overall Pick designation; validating a 5x premium price point over market standards by engineering an ergonomic, rubberized grip and an ultra-smooth ball-bearing rotation mechanism.

• Conceived the original product architecture for the Comfort Slides line, identifying market gaps to design a dual-material system featuring a soft elastomeric inner sleeve that eliminated finger slippage, cushioned sharp metal edges, and achieved global placement at retailers like Guitar Center and Sweetwater.

• Pioneered the development of the Flex Capo utilizing an adjustable silicone rubber chassis, reducing overall product weight by 25% while maintaining uniform, buzz-free tension across irregular 6- and 7-string instrument necks.

• Designed the Mute Noodle product line, translating acoustic data into an easy-to-use woven rubber geometry that mimics a permanent vintage rubber bridge tone without requiring tools or instrument modifications, earning an Amazon Overall Pick designation.

• Spearheaded the design expansion of the world’s best-selling instrument strap into the acoustic market via the Acoustic Polypro Strap, developing a universal, low-profile headstock loop geometry that eliminated the need for separate guitar modification hardware, achieving Amazon Best Seller status.

• Designed the contemporary “floating” Guitar/Bass Wall Hanger, concealing 100% of mounting hardware to achieve a minimalist home architecture display accessory utilizing a form-fitted cradle geometry that successfully balanced asymmetrical guitar and bass headstocks, earning 5/5-star reviews.

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Designer | Hamilton Casework Solutions | Fairfield, OH  

2018

• Executed precise 3D CAD modeling, technical drawings, and material specifications for modular healthcare and office casework systems over a 9-month tenure.

Project Manager & Industrial Designer | Hanser Music Group | Cincinnati, OH

2007 – 2018

• Managed end-to-end product development for Fender Musical Instruments electronics lines, ensuring strict compliance with premium brand guidelines and quality benchmarks.

• Spearheaded the industrial design and development of high-volume OEM projects for Guitar Center, translating retail margin targets and mass-market consumer needs into top-selling private-label commercial hardware.

• Conducted extensive international factory deployments across China and Korea to audit production lines, validate tooling, manage vendor compliance, and resolve complex manufacturing issues on-site.

Lead Industrial Designer | Peavey Electronics | Meridian, MS  

2005 – 2007

• Co-designed the Peavey Chopper and limited-edition Peavey OCC Custom Guitar in a cross-brand collaboration with Orange County Choppers, managing tight design-to-manufacturing lifecycles featured nationally on Discovery Channel’s American Chopper.

Freelance Industrial Designer | Essential Design | Boston, MA 

2004 – 2005

• Delivered fast-turnaround consumer product concepts, 3D CAD modeling, and design research for diverse consultancy clients over a 6-month contract.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Industrial Design

University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, Ohio

LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY

Guest Lecturer | Sands Montessori Elementary School

2017 – 2024

• Presented design drawing concepts and outlined creative career paths to local students during annual school Art Week events.

Youth Sports Head Coach | Community Athletics Leagues

2015 – Present

• Lead logistics, safety training, and skill development for youth sports teams, mentoring 10–15 young athletes each season while fostering collaboration and sportsmanship.