I am a creative artist currently finishing a BFA in Illustration at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, with a minor in Digital Media Production. I bring strong fundamental art skills and creative problem solving to freelance illustration projects, including product surface design, concept art, and event photography and videography. I am passionate about education and community building, with experience mentoring first-year students and leading art programs for youth. I have held various roles ranging from customer service to graphic design internships and volunteer work at cultural institutions. I am equipped with leadership experience, having served as Vice President and President of the Asian Creatives' Union, fostering a supportive community for Asian American Pacific Islander students. I strive to combine my artistic talents with organizational and communication skills to make a positive impact in both the arts and education sectors.

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I am a creative artist currently finishing a BFA in Illustration at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, with a minor in Digital Media Production. I bring strong fundamental art skills and creative problem solving to freelance illustration projects, including product surface design, concept art, and event photography and videography. I am passionate about education and community building, with experience mentoring first-year students and leading art programs for youth. I have held various roles ranging from customer service to graphic design internships and volunteer work at cultural institutions. I am equipped with leadership experience, having served as Vice President and President of the Asian Creatives' Union, fostering a supportive community for Asian American Pacific Islander students. I strive to combine my artistic talents with organizational and communication skills to make a positive impact in both the arts and education sectors.

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I am a creative artist currently finishing a BFA in Illustration at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, with a minor in Digital Media Production. I bring strong fundamental art skills and creative problem solving to freelance illustration projects, including product surface design, concept art, and event photography and videography. I am passionate about education and community building, with experience mentoring first-year students and leading art programs for youth.

I have held various roles ranging from customer service to graphic design internships and volunteer work at cultural institutions. I am equipped with leadership experience, having served as Vice President and President of the Asian Creatives’ Union, fostering a supportive community for Asian American Pacific Islander students. I strive to combine my artistic talents with organizational and communication skills to make a positive impact in both the arts and education sectors.

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Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator
January 1, 2020 - Present
As a freelance illustrator since 2020, I have applied creative problem solving and fundamental art skills to projects such as product surface design, illustration, and concept art.
Customer Service Desk at Skokie Park District
August 1, 2025 - Present
Provided positive patron experience stationed at the front desk.
Program Leader, Art Sparks Senior Camp at Skokie Park District
August 31, 2025 - September 4, 2025
Conducted school-day length daily art programs for campers aged 9-12 during summer 2025.
Impact Core Member at City Year Chicago, Sullivan High School
June 30, 2025 - September 4, 2025
Provided educational and behavioral support to over 40 Chicago Public School students in grades 9-12 through individualized and group tutoring inside classrooms.
Volunteer Photographer at Milwaukee Public Library
May 31, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Composed photographs for 6 live events used for social media promotion between January and May 2024.
Brand Lab/Quad Graphic Design Intern
August 31, 2023 - September 4, 2025
Collaborated with a team of five to create graphic designs for in-house materials such as posters, TV slides, and other company assets. Assisted with videography and photography covering live Quad-hosted events including an open house for a new branch and the visit of the Governor of Wisconsin onsite.
Volunteer Worker at Milwaukee Art Museum
June 30, 2023 - September 4, 2025
Welcomed museum guests and managed admissions desks to improve patron experience from January to June 2023.
Mentor at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
May 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Facilitated monthly workshops for 250 first-year students to build community and artistic skills between 2021 and 2024.
Digital Media Equipment Checkout Monitor at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
May 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Managed cameras, lighting, audio, and visual equipment for the needs of the student body from 2022 to 2024.

Education

BFA Illustration at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

Dean’s List Recognition
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
President’s List Recognition
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Board of Trustees Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization