Hi there.

You'll be surprised at how little drawing is stressed in the world of product design today. This may sound extreme, but I've heard that schools like Art Center College of Design place a lot of emphasis on sketching. Technical skill is no longer the deciding factor for whether or not you are a good designer. Instead, your ability to approach problems in a creative way and your design-related thought process are what set good designers apart.

The title "product designer" is currently steadily (or has already begun) moving into the tech industry, where you'll find that a significant portion of those who identify as such will concentrate on developing prototypes and mockups for digital apps. The ability to draw is crucial, but you don't have to be an expert to be a designer.