About Me
About Me



Hi, I’m Michael Parkin, a masters student at Georgia Tech pursuing a degree in Human-Computer Interaction, specializing in Product Design. Prior to my master's, I earned a degree in Digital Arts from the University of the Witwatersrand, one of the top universities in Africa.
Through all of this I discovered my passion for crafting exceptional user experiences. From UX design, to front-end development, and even game design. I'm excited to delve deeper into the field and to work alongside like-minded individuals to create innovative, accessible, and engaging digital experiences.
Beyond the design world you'll often find me immersed in board games, video games, and capturing moments through photography.
Hi, I’m Michael Parkin, a masters student at Georgia Tech pursuing a degree in Human-Computer Interaction, specializing in Product Design. Prior to my master's, I earned a degree in Digital Arts from the University of the Witwatersrand, one of the top universities in Africa.
Through all of this I discovered my passion for crafting exceptional user experiences. From UX design, to front-end development, and even game design. I'm excited to delve deeper into the field and to work alongside like-minded individuals to create innovative, accessible, and engaging digital experiences.
Beyond the design world you'll often find me immersed in board games, video games, and capturing moments through photography.
Hi, I’m Michael Parkin, a masters student at Georgia Tech pursuing a degree in Human-Computer Interaction, specializing in Product Design. Prior to my master's, I earned a degree in Digital Arts from the University of the Witwatersrand, one of the top universities in Africa.
Through all of this I discovered my passion for crafting exceptional user experiences. From UX design, to front-end development, and even game design. I'm excited to delve deeper into the field and to work alongside like-minded individuals to create innovative, accessible, and engaging digital experiences.
Beyond the design world you'll often find me immersed in board games, video games, and capturing moments through photography.
Experience
Experience
Experience

UX & Game Designer | Graduate Researcher
Ka Moamoa Lab @ Georgia Tech
January 2024 - Present

UX & Game Designer | Graduate Researcher
Ka Moamoa Lab @ Georgia Tech
January 2024 - Present

UX & Game Designer | Graduate Researcher
Ka Moamoa Lab @ Georgia Tech
January 2024 - Present

UX Design eCommerce Intern
Lenovo
June 2024 - November 2024

UX Design eCommerce Intern
Lenovo
June 2024 - November 2024

UX Design eCommerce Intern
Lenovo
June 2024 - November 2024
Education
Education
Education

MS in Human-Computer Interaction
Georgia Institute of Technology
August 2023 - May 2025

MS in Human-Computer Interaction
Georgia Institute of Technology
August 2023 - May 2025

MS in Human-Computer Interaction
Georgia Institute of Technology
August 2023 - May 2025

BA in Digital Arts (Game, and Interactive Media, Design)
The University of the Witwatersrand
January 2019 - December 2022

BA in Digital Arts (Game, and Interactive Media, Design)
The University of the Witwatersrand
January 2019 - December 2022

BA in Digital Arts (Game, and Interactive Media, Design)
The University of the Witwatersrand
January 2019 - December 2022
With Love From
With Love From
With Love From
Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia