Michelle Estrin
About Michelle Estrin
Michelle Estrin is a Global Design and Technical Recruiting Leader at Hinge Health, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in recruiting across various global markets, she focuses on building relationships and enhancing the design industry.
Work at Hinge Health
Michelle Estrin serves as the Global Design / Technical Recruiting Leader at Hinge Health, a position she has held since 2021. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she has played a crucial role in building a team of over 80 professionals across various design disciplines, including Product Design, UX Research, Visual/Brand, and Content. Her focus on recruiting has significantly impacted the organization's design capabilities, particularly in innovative areas such as mobile applications and wearable technology.
Previous Experience in Design Recruiting
Before joining Hinge Health, Michelle Estrin co-founded Talent Avenue, where she worked as the Design Recruiting Leader from 2010 to 2021. Her earlier roles include serving as a Client Partner and Design Recruiting Manager at Creative Circle from 2008 to 2010, and as a Client Partner in Design Recruitment from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, she held the position of Education Program Director / Marketing at Communication Arts from 2001 to 2004. These experiences have contributed to her extensive expertise in design recruitment.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Estrin studied at the Savannah College of Art and Design, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree with a focus on Photography and Design (Visual Storytelling), along with a minor in Art History. Her educational background supports her professional expertise in recruiting for research and development portfolios, particularly in mobile apps, wearable motion sensor technology, and computer vision/AI platforms.
Global Recruiting Experience
Michelle Estrin has extensive experience in global recruiting, having worked across various markets including the United States, Canada, Latin America, and India. Her passion for cultivating relationships and leveraging her entrepreneurial spirit has allowed her to make a significant impact in the design industry. She actively engages in discussions related to hiring, recruiting, tech careers, product design, and organizational culture.