Hi, I’m Minh Hao Xie (Oliver), a dynamic and innovative graphic designer and traditional artist with over 3 years of experience in branding, illustration, and visual storytelling. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and traditional art media, delivering engaging designs that resonate with audiences. Fluent in English and Chinese, I excel at cross-cultural collaboration and storytelling. I’m seeking opportunities to contribute creative expertise to a forward-thinking design team and help drive impactful, audience-focused projects.

MinHao Xie

Hi, I’m Minh Hao Xie (Oliver), a dynamic and innovative graphic designer and traditional artist with over 3 years of experience in branding, illustration, and visual storytelling. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and traditional art media, delivering engaging designs that resonate with audiences. Fluent in English and Chinese, I excel at cross-cultural collaboration and storytelling. I’m seeking opportunities to contribute creative expertise to a forward-thinking design team and help drive impactful, audience-focused projects.

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Hi, I’m Minh Hao Xie (Oliver), a dynamic and innovative graphic designer and traditional artist with over 3 years of experience in branding, illustration, and visual storytelling. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and traditional art media, delivering engaging designs that resonate with audiences.

Fluent in English and Chinese, I excel at cross-cultural collaboration and storytelling. I’m seeking opportunities to contribute creative expertise to a forward-thinking design team and help drive impactful, audience-focused projects.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Co-Executive Director at Pixel Graphic Design Club – UC Davis
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led coordination of weekly club meetings and events for students in the design department, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Designed and delivered weekly workshops on design fundamentals, helping multiple design students build essential skills.
Visual Designer at D ART Magazine – UC Davis
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed digital visuals for featured artists, ensuring high-quality layouts and visual storytelling. Created merchandise and outlined future graphic design visuals for team collaborations and campus exhibitions.
Student Artist Services Assistant at Mondavi Center – UC Davis
January 1, 2024 - Present
Provided backstage support for performing artists, including catering management and logistics during high-profile events. Ensured seamless artist experiences and positive feedback from event organizers.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Social Media Content Creator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Delivered custom illustrations, logos, and branding packages for multiple clients, achieving 100% satisfaction and repeat business. Managed personal social media channels, growing Instagram to 5,000+ followers with consistent, thematic content. Projects included portfolio development and covering a range of branding tasks for local startups.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Design & Art Studio; Minor: Art History; GPA 3.85/4.00 at University of California, Davis
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026

Qualifications

Adobe Certified Expert in Illustrator
January 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026
Google UX Design Certificate
January 1, 2025 - February 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet