About me

Howdy, I’m Mason — a product designer, creative builder, and follower of Jesus who believes design should serve people.


I’m currently studying Cognitive Science with a focus on Design and Interaction at UC San Diego, where I also work as a Junior Designer at The Design Lab. My work spans product design, entrepreneurship, and creative leadership — from prototyping digital tools for educators to running an e-commerce brand with over 1,500 global sales.


I design because I believe creativity is a way to love people — to put pep in their step as they chase what matters most. I’ve seen how design can distract or divide, but I’m passionate about using it differently: to encourage connection, inspire reflection, and create things that matter.


My design process is equal parts curiosity and compassion. I love diving deep into research, experimenting with new ideas, and building prototypes that bring clarity to complex problems. I thrive in collaborative environments where design meets storytelling and impact — whether working with engineers, educators, or artists.


I’m currently seeking Product Design Internship opportunities for Summer 2026, where I can collaborate with creative teams to design thoughtful, research-informed, and impactful products.


Outside of design, you can find me experimenting with photography, hiking the coast, or brainstorming my next creative project.

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Email

mason.oelschlager@gmail.com

September 2024 – Present

The Design Lab at UC San Diego

Junior Designer

Designing and prototyping digital tools that connect educators through human-centered design and research-driven storytelling.

November 2018 – Present

MasonOelsch (Formerly Mythikbros)

Founder

Built a creative e-commerce brand with 1,500+ global sales. Blending design, storytelling, and faith-inspired craftsmanship.

June 2024 – Present

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship

Vision Team, Men's Ministry & Design Lead

Leading creative direction and community design through faith-centered events and storytelling.

Certifications

August 2025

ART of Inclusive Communication

Certified by the National Conflict Resolution Center

October 2020

Adobe Visual Design Professional

Certified by Adobe for Photoshop & Illustrator

Tools

Figma

Design

Slack

Communication

Photoshop

Design

Illustrator

Design

Google Calendar

Creating & managing tasks

Zoom

Meetings