Before venturing into the field of industrial design, I was a liberal arts student majoring in Chinese literature and philosophy. This strong foundation in the humanities provided a solid base for my subsequent design practice.
Building on this strong humanities foundation, I have developed a unique and profound understanding of human behavior and user experience.
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[ EDUCATION ]
2023 - 2025
Master of Science - MS, Technology Innovation
2022 - 2025
Master of Arts - MA, Information Design
2017 - 2022
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Industrial Design
[ EXPERIENCE ]
Product Designer (@UW Sponsored Project) | SEP 2024 - PRESENT
Designed an AI-powered solar microgrid dashboard, crafting intuitive UX flows, interactive prototypes, and visual data displays to educate users on energy optimization. Collaborated with engineers and researchers to create a scalable, component-based design system, ensuring consistency and usability.
UX DESIGNER | SEP 2024 - DEC 2024
I lead the design of XchargeDigital’s official website, conducting user research to create visuals that align with the brand identity while ensuring the site stays current with visual trends and industry standards.
BRANDING AND MARKETING INTERN | JUN 2024 - SEP 2024
Leveraged visual storytelling skills to enhance brand visual identity, boosting market competitiveness and memorability.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT | FEB 2024 - SEP 2024
Focusing on AI research to enhance speech therapy and child education. My work, including co-authoring the CHI 2024 paper "Advancing Inclusive Education: AI-driven Technologies for Children with Speech and Language Difficulties," demonstrates impactful uses of AI in education.
UX RESEARCH INTERN | DEC 2022 - JUN 2023
Served as a Visual Experiment Assistant in the 'Next-Generation Display User Effect Perception Evaluation Technology' project, in collaboration with Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
EXHIBITION VENUE OPERATION ASSISTANT | JAN 2023 - FEB 2023
As a planner in the preliminary stage of the exhibition and a guide during the exhibition, I extensively analyzed numerous exhibited works and facilitated the audience's understanding of the exhibition theme through guided tours.
PRODUCT DESIGNER | MAY 2021 - DEC 2022
I integrated classic Western philosophical concepts into my design approach for the first edition product appearance of the emerging fragrance brand Peookoo. In this process, I collaborated closely with the brand's visual designers and perfumers, jointly establishing the core theme for the brand.
USER EXPERIENCE INTERN | APR 2021 - DEC 2021
At the Ergonomics Design & Research Lab, I led projects with MG Stationery and Jago. For MG, I designed efficient learning tools for middle schoolers through user studies and workshops. With Jago, I enhanced ergonomic student pillows for school breaks, incorporating extensive research and iterative design with feedback from students and parents.
PRODUCT DESIGN INTERN | APR 2021 - JUN 2021
At LVMH, I tackled sustainability in luxury packaging by proposing and iterating on a concept to repurpose unused paper bags and boxes. This initiative aimed to reduce waste and engage customers in a recycling program. Collaborating with luxury package designers and technical experts, I advanced LVMH’s commitment to eco-friendly design solutions.
PRODUCT DESIGN INTERN | MAR 2021 - APR 2021
At Bosch, I worked on a design project to enhance safety and efficiency on construction sites, developing an electronic portable pipe bending machine to reduce muscle strain. Collaborating with the design department head, I gained insights into the industry's design process and real-world challenges.
USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN INTERN | FEB 2021 - MAR 2022
At Tencent, I enhanced the UX for a new B2B product by conducting competitive analysis of similar products, identifying strengths and areas for improvement. I led a user study to define target users, shaping product development and strategy. My comprehensive report guided the team and contributed to Tencent's knowledge base, with an article published in the company's think tank.
PRODUCT DESIGN INTERN | DEC 2020 - MAR 2021
At the Material Application and Design Lab, I led a collaboration with Starbucks to create sustainable products from recycled coffee bean materials. Over four months, I designed eco-friendly items like flower pots and ashtrays, involving material research, design iteration, and prototyping. Our innovative products were successfully exhibited at Shanghai International Design Week, highlighting design ingenuity and environmental sustainability.