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Hongjie Zhao

London

Summary

An enthusiastic and ambitious visual designer with a keen interest in education, psychology and patience with children. Have extensive experience in the design of interactive installations and digital art products, strong project management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Expertise is in creating educational and engaging experiences through innovative design solutions that incorporate visual and auditory elements. Have successfully led multiple projects, working closely with a variety of stakeholders to achieve project goals and improve educational outcomes. Enthusiastic responsible for creating, developing and producing visuals of concepts to communicate ideas to clients. Researches, conceptualizes and presents designs to achieve desired effects or goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Team Leader

London Science Gallery London
1 2024 - 3 2024
  • Led the "Dye" interactive installation project on coral bleaching awareness
  • Developed project concepts, designed visual references, and interactive elements
  • Managed planning, created materials for sculptures, and documented the process
  • Successfully raised public awareness on ocean acidification and coral bleaching.

Designer Assistant

Beijing TIDENET Technology Co., Ltd. Beijing
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Assisted in digital art product designs and user interface enhancements
  • Provided visual references and creative advertising ideas
  • Supported interface optimization for various projects, demonstrating strong design skills.

Designer's Assistant

Beijing Winter Olympic Games Design Team
03.2020 - 07.2021
  • Contributed to the Winter Olympics volunteer signage design, improving efficiency by 30%.
  • Proposed four color schemes, with 90% adoption, enhancing visual appeal.
  • Collaborated closely with the lead designer to ensure cohesive and innovative solutions.
  • Adapted to feedback and changes, delivering a highly praised design system.

Art Teacher

Beijing Experiment Primary School Beijing
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Conducted creative drawing classes for children, fostering artistic talent and enthusiasm
  • Designed courses to stimulate creativity and artistic talents
  • Created a positive learning environment and communicated progress to parents.

Education

BA - Brand Design

Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication (BIGC)
08.2019 - 05.2023

MA - Interaction Design

University of Arts London (UAL)
10.2023 - 04.2025

Skills

Adobe Suite

Procreate

Touch designer

Office Suite

Blender

Languages

English
Chinese

Timeline

MA - Interaction Design

University of Arts London (UAL)
10.2023 - 04.2025

Designer Assistant

Beijing TIDENET Technology Co., Ltd. Beijing
10.2021 - 09.2022

Art Teacher

Beijing Experiment Primary School Beijing
03.2021 - 06.2021

Designer's Assistant

Beijing Winter Olympic Games Design Team
03.2020 - 07.2021

BA - Brand Design

Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication (BIGC)
08.2019 - 05.2023

Team Leader

London Science Gallery London
1 2024 - 3 2024
Hongjie Zhao