Zhuangrongwei (Christine) Zhao

Product Designer (imi) at It Gets Better Canada / University of Maryland

Lead UX/UI design for imi.guide, an online resource platform connecting LGBTQ+ youth with affirming information and referral pathways; conduct research with youth, educators, and partners; synthesize findings into personas and journey maps to shape product priorities; design accessible, content-heavy interfaces with clear trust cues and safe content interactions for teens.

UX & Creative Media Fellow at Mtech Ventures, University of Maryland

Produce end-to-end product demo videos, founder interviews, and photography for early-stage hardware and AI startups; map device setup flows and data pipelines; translate complex product behavior into narratives for investors and non-technical audiences; collaborate on onboarding concepts and dashboards.

Project Manager at MystiChina Luxury Travel

Collaborated with international partners to secure premium accommodations and curated experiences; oversaw website design and booking-flow updates; launched multiple high-profile travel packages contributing to increased bookings; implemented data-driven advertising strategies to improve ROI.

Marketing Assistant & Videographer at Blue Sky Creative Studio

Developed and executed digital marketing strategies for restaurant clients; produced promotional videos; improved SEO and search rankings; supported creative production from planning through delivery.

Digital Marketing Specialist (Remote) at Student Medicover Co.

Led online marketing strategy increasing college student insurance sales; produced newsletter content and digital campaigns; tracked performance and refined targeting based on results.

Writer's Assistant Intern at Wavelets Entertainment, Inc.

Conducted research on Chinese web novels and adaptation trends; prepared briefs and reference materials; coordinated communication and schedules across teams; provided writers' room support through research synthesis and notes.

Media Editor at China Daily

Produced bilingual short-form video content for TikTok and other platforms; supported audience growth across channels; collaborated with editorial teams to develop content for social distribution.