Hello,
I’m Ellie :)
Whenever I enter a library, I am drawn into the design of books and interested in the delicate and sophisticated typography. I appreciate the tactile nature of print design, from the smell of fresh ink to the crisp feeling of a perfectly bound book. When I discovered editorial design, I decided to give up my current path in science to pursue what I loved. My data analysis experience allows me to capture information accurately and discover the different stories that are hidden in the details. I am driven by a desire to create innovative, impactful designs that make a difference in people's lives and a voice to those in need.
Education
09.2019 – 04.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Graduated with Distinction
(3.80 GPA or higher)
ArtCenter College of Design
Pasadena, CA
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Graduated with Distinction
(3.80 GPA or higher)
ArtCenter College of Design
Pasadena, CA
Experience
11.2023 –
Aolab Design
Beijing, China
Freelance Graphic Designer
Participated in the design of brand visual concepts, packaging, layouts, and spatial designs. Collaborated with brands including Nike, Electrolux, New Balance, Teenie Weenie, SF Express, Adidas, etc. Designed the visual identity for the Shanghai art exhibition 'Heritage and New Voices'.
08.2023 – 11.2023
Beijing One-Way Street Co., Ltd.
Beijing, China
Graphic Design Part-time Designer
Assisted designers in completing posters, information pages, invitations to salon events, etc. for published books. Participated in the production of published books including “Sisters 1990-2020", "Liang Qichao: The Exile (1898-1903)", “Winter Swimming", “One-Way Street 35: Returning to the World", "Performers", etc.
08.2022 – 12.2022
EXR International Art Center
Beijing, China
Graphic Design Instructor
Guided art students in their branding and packaging projects and assisted in coming up with ideas. Helped them to refine their personal portfolio.
05.2021 – 08.2022
Freelance Graphic Designer
Beijing, China
Worked on freelance projects and assisted small business owners with creating their brand logos, posters, and website. Cover and editorial design for self-published books and magazines.
08.2019 – 12.2022
Freelance Calligrapher
Pasadena, CA
Personalized handwritten calligraphy greeting cards, invitations, and signage for individuals and small businesses.
Aolab Design
Beijing, China
Freelance Graphic Designer
Participated in the design of brand visual concepts, packaging, layouts, and spatial designs. Collaborated with brands including Nike, Electrolux, New Balance, Teenie Weenie, SF Express, Adidas, etc. Designed the visual identity for the Shanghai art exhibition 'Heritage and New Voices'.
08.2023 – 11.2023
Beijing One-Way Street Co., Ltd.
Beijing, China
Graphic Design Part-time Designer
Assisted designers in completing posters, information pages, invitations to salon events, etc. for published books. Participated in the production of published books including “Sisters 1990-2020", "Liang Qichao: The Exile (1898-1903)", “Winter Swimming", “One-Way Street 35: Returning to the World", "Performers", etc.
08.2022 – 12.2022
EXR International Art Center
Beijing, China
Graphic Design Instructor
Guided art students in their branding and packaging projects and assisted in coming up with ideas. Helped them to refine their personal portfolio.
05.2021 – 08.2022
Freelance Graphic Designer
Beijing, China
Worked on freelance projects and assisted small business owners with creating their brand logos, posters, and website. Cover and editorial design for self-published books and magazines.
08.2019 – 12.2022
Freelance Calligrapher
Pasadena, CA
Personalized handwritten calligraphy greeting cards, invitations, and signage for individuals and small businesses.
Skills
Language
English, Mandarin
Strong Working Knowledge of:
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dimension, Lightroom, Figma, Glyphs, Keynote, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, Photography.
Familiar with:
AfterEffects, Premiere, XD, Brackets, Excel, HTML/CSS, JavaScript.
Craft
Calligraphy (Chinese and English), Letterpress Printing, Lasercut Machine, Research.
English, Mandarin
Strong Working Knowledge of:
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dimension, Lightroom, Figma, Glyphs, Keynote, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, Photography.
Familiar with:
AfterEffects, Premiere, XD, Brackets, Excel, HTML/CSS, JavaScript.
Craft
Calligraphy (Chinese and English), Letterpress Printing, Lasercut Machine, Research.