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Academic professional with a hybrid foundation in higher education instruction and program-level support, bringing over seven years of experience operating at the intersection of teaching, curriculum design, and academic coordination. Translates complex communication and media concepts into structured, outcomes-driven learning environments while managing the operational demands that support those environments. Known for clarity, structure, and intentional design—whether building curriculum, facilitating classroom engagement, or supporting the logistical frameworks that sustain academic programs. Combines creative and administrative thinking shaped by a background in media production and digital storytelling, enabling both analytical problem-solving and adaptive program support.…Academic professional with a hybrid foundation in higher education instruction and program-level support, bringing over seven years of experience operating at the intersection of teaching, curriculum design, and academic coordination. Translates complex communication and media concepts into structured, outcomes-driven learning environments while managing the operational demands that support those environments. Known for clarity, structure, and intentional design—whether building curriculum, facilitating classroom engagement, or supporting the logistical frameworks that sustain academic programs. Combines creative and administrative thinking shaped by a background in media production and digital storytelling, enabling both analytical problem-solving and adaptive program support.

Chaoyi (Bob) Zhang

Videographer, Film Director, Documentary Filmmaker, +5

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Academic professional with a hybrid foundation in higher education instruction and program-level support, bringing over seven years of experience operating at the intersection of teaching, curriculum design, and academic coordination. Translates complex communication and media concepts into structured, outcomes-driven learning environments while managing the operational demands that support those environments. Known for clarity, structure, and intentional design—whether building curriculum, facilitating classroom engagement, or supporting the logistical frameworks that sustain academic programs. Combines creative and administrative thinking shaped by a background in media production and digital storytelling, enabling both analytical problem-solving and adaptive program support.…Academic professional with a hybrid foundation in higher education instruction and program-level support, bringing over seven years of experience operating at the intersection of teaching, curriculum design, and academic coordination. Translates complex communication and media concepts into structured, outcomes-driven learning environments while managing the operational demands that support those environments. Known for clarity, structure, and intentional design—whether building curriculum, facilitating classroom engagement, or supporting the logistical frameworks that sustain academic programs. Combines creative and administrative thinking shaped by a background in media production and digital storytelling, enabling both analytical problem-solving and adaptive program support.

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Academic professional with a hybrid foundation in higher education instruction and program-level support, bringing over seven years of experience operating at the intersection of teaching, curriculum design, and academic coordination. Translates complex communication and media concepts into structured, outcomes-driven learning environments while managing the operational demands that support those environments.

Known for clarity, structure, and intentional design—whether building curriculum, facilitating classroom engagement, or supporting the logistical frameworks that sustain academic programs. Combines creative and administrative thinking shaped by a background in media production and digital storytelling, enabling both analytical problem-solving and adaptive program support.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

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Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

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Intermediate

Beginner

Language

English

Fluent

Chinese

Fluent

Work Experience

Teaching Assistant, Department of Communication and Film at University of Memphis

September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Responsible for day-to-day execution of multiple course sections, ensuring assignments, lectures, grading timelines, and student communications operated as a cohesive system. Built structured course ecosystems aligning learning objectives, instructional content, and evaluation methods. Oversaw assessment and documentation of 330+ student presentations using consistent evaluation criteria and provided individualized developmental guidance. Collaborated with faculty to embed digital media literacy and hybrid learning components into curriculum. Designed participation-driven classroom systems (e.g., guided peer reviews) to reinforce accountability and increase engagement. Addressed accessibility and equitable participation through modifications to delivery and grading. Maintained consistent student support via office hours and mentoring; contributed to a 15% increase in average presentation scores.

Teaching Fellow & Lab Instructor, School of Media Studies at The New School

September 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020

Orchestrated weekly filmmaking labs for up to 30 students, preparing technical, instructional, and logistical components for uninterrupted instruction. Developed staged learning progression from foundational production skills to advanced editing techniques. Directed review cycles for 60+ student film projects with structured evaluation standards and improvement-oriented critiques across technical and narrative dimensions. Managed audiovisual resources, equipment organization, and technical issue resolution. Created reusable instructional assets (process guides and workflow documentation) to reduce redundancy and improve student independence. Maintained LMS (Canvas) infrastructure with clear materials, deadlines, and grading records. Coordinated with faculty so lab activities reinforced lecture concepts. Improved lab efficiency via proactive equipment preparation and student workflow organization.

Video Producer & Social Media Manager Intern at Irish Academy of Public Relations

June 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019

Coordinated and completed eight video projects from concept to final delivery, balancing creative development with production timelines and stakeholder expectations. Ensured messaging and branding consistency aligned with organizational voice and digital platform strategy. Increased audience interaction by 25% through structured content planning, regular publishing cadence, and active engagement. Oversaw and mentored two junior interns to improve workflows and production quality. Produced course-linked media content for organizational educational initiatives. Organized workflows and tracked production stages across multiple deliverables to support structured project management.

Teaching Assistant, Various Courses at Various (The New School/Institutional courses)

January 1, 2019 - August 31, 2020

Enabled multi-course delivery by reinforcing instructional structure and assisting students with technical tools and conceptual expectations. Guided 20–25 students per class through applied editing workflows, translating creative ideas into technically sound media projects. Supported continuity during COVID-19 disruption by restructuring production-based coursework for remote execution while preserving learning outcomes. Provided real-time individualized problem-solving support (technical and conceptual) through virtual engagement. Identified and integrated supplemental materials aligned to program goals and emerging media practices. Expanded accessibility through extended online office hours and virtual mentoring to help students progress despite remote constraints.

Teaching Assistant, Various Courses at Various Courses (The New School context)

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 0001

Supported multi-course delivery by assisting students with technical tools and conceptual expectations. Guided 20–25 students per class through applied editing workflows, helping convert creative ideas into technically sound media projects. Maintained instructional continuity during COVID-19 by restructuring production-based coursework for remote execution without compromising learning outcomes. Provided individualized problem-solving support via virtual engagement, integrated supplemental materials aligned with program goals and emerging media practices, and expanded accessibility through extended online office hours and virtual mentoring.

Video Production Intern at The Artist Forum

January 1, 2018 - August 31, 2019

Managed multiple concurrent production efforts including planning, filming, and editing timelines to meet ongoing content demands. Worked with leadership to refine visual and narrative storytelling for target audiences. Created structured content schedules supporting consistent publishing and campaign execution. Conducted research into emerging trends in independent film and digital storytelling to shape creative direction. Supported final-stage production for quality and cohesion across released materials; researched audience preferences and evolving media formats to inform strategic planning.

Advertising Account Manager Intern at Ogilvy & Mather

May 1, 2017 - August 31, 2017

Coordinated campaign development across teams to align creative concepts, client expectations, and execution timelines. Provided research insights on market conditions and competitor activity for positioning decisions. Adapted campaign materials for cross-cultural audiences by refining language and messaging for clarity and relevance. Contributed to initiatives resulting in a 10% increase in client engagement across campaign channels. Served as an interface between teams to organize communication, materials, and feedback during campaign development; supported targeted, culturally aligned messaging through research.

Advertising Account Manager Intern at Ogilvy & Mather

June 1, 2015 - August 31, 2015

Previous internship assisting with campaign development across teams, research, cross-cultural messaging adaptation, and coordination of materials and feedback to support client engagement.