Meka Jannali

Industrial Designer

Contact

(510) 289-4090
Mekajannali@gmail.com
@meka.dsgn

Professional Profile

I’m a recent Industrial Design graduate from California College of the Arts with an interdisciplinary background and a strong focus on footwear design. I’m a problem solver passionate about creating thoughtful, sustainable solutions for the planet and underserved communities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts
California College of the Arts
Industrial Design
2021-2024

Work Experience

Freelance Footwear Design Consultant


Private Client – Early-Stage Company | Jan 2025 – May 2025

  • Collaborating with a startup client under NDA to support product development and design strategy.

  • Providing expertise in concept sketching, CAD modeling (Fusion 360), and prototyping guidance.

  • Contributing to early-stage design decisions aligned with user needs and manufacturability.

Server


Claremont Country Club | 2022-Present

  • Delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

  • Communicating effectively with guests and staff, handling high-pressure situations with professionalism.

  • Maintaining attention to detail and consistency, supporting a premium hospitality experience.

Skills

Design & Prototyping

Sketching (Traditional and Digital)
Model Making
3D Printing
Tech packs
Color and Materials

3D Modeling & Visualization

Fusion 360
Gravity Sketch
SolidWorks
KeyShot
Vizcom

Graphic & UI Tools


Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Canva

Certificates

Footwear Design Industry Credentials - PLC Detroit


Capri Holdings (Aug-Sept 2025) | New Balance (Oct-Nov 2025)

  • Completed two 5 week footwear deign certificate programs, gaining hands on experience working on both individual and group projects.

  • Created footwear designs based on a prompt from concept to full render and manufacturing tech pack

Honors & Recognition

Faculty Honors Scholarship, California College of the Arts
Dean’s List, California College of the Arts
Guest Speaker, STRIDE PI Apparel Conference (2025)

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