Hi! I'm Lam Nguyen, passionate about merging art and activism through creative storytelling. Currently, I lead visual storytelling as a Creative Director at UBC Exposure and faculty of Gender Race Sexuality ans Social Justice's student association. With a background in political science and social justice, and my love to approach arts in different platforms, I spend most of my free time to design music and book covers for the arts I enjoy on Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Indesign. I thrive at the intersection of creativity and social causes. I'm dedicated to using art as a medium to challenge norms and create meaningful community connections.

Lam Nguyen

Hi! I'm Lam Nguyen, passionate about merging art and activism through creative storytelling. Currently, I lead visual storytelling as a Creative Director at UBC Exposure and faculty of Gender Race Sexuality ans Social Justice's student association. With a background in political science and social justice, and my love to approach arts in different platforms, I spend most of my free time to design music and book covers for the arts I enjoy on Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Indesign. I thrive at the intersection of creativity and social causes. I'm dedicated to using art as a medium to challenge norms and create meaningful community connections.

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Hi! I’m Lam Nguyen, passionate about merging art and activism through creative storytelling. Currently, I lead visual storytelling as a Creative Director at UBC Exposure and faculty of Gender Race Sexuality ans Social Justice’s student association.

With a background in political science and social justice, and my love to approach arts in different platforms, I spend most of my free time to design music and book covers for the arts I enjoy on Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Indesign. I thrive at the intersection of creativity and social causes. I’m dedicated to using art as a medium to challenge norms and create meaningful community connections.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced
Vietnamese
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at exposure UBC
September 1, 2024 - June 9, 2024
Oversee the visual storytelling that defines events by collaborating with UBC clubs, faculty, and the UBC GRSJ department. Lead creative direction for drag events and parties to build inclusive spaces for creative expression and community connection. Use design to transform perspectives, challenge norms, and elevate marginalized voices, thriving at the intersection of creativity and social justice.
Director of Publishing at Prospective Psychologists Club
December 1, 2024 - June 9, 2024
Responsible for overseeing publishing activities related to the prospective psychologists community.
Language Tutor at Self-employed
August 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Provide language tutoring primarily focused on IELTS preparation, associating with clients emphasizing the need beyond the test itself.
Social Media Contributor at VTVCab
October 1, 2022 - October 31, 2023
Interned at Vietnamese National Television during high school, contributing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to media campaigns. Assisted in content development, logistics for broadcasts, and social media outreach, enhancing understanding of media production and communication skills.
Intern at IELTS Face-OFF
May 1, 2022 - October 31, 2023
Compressed marketing strategy for VTV's IELTS course, wrote Vietnamese subtitles/translations, developed content strategy, supported copywriting tasks, and assisted VTV filming crew at British Council.
Head of Visual Arts at Arts and Soul International Club
May 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Led a team of 62 to develop activities in the Visual Arts department, facilitated weekly meetings on art-related issues, and stayed updated on trends in the art industry.
Assistant at British Council
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Provided interview assistance and engaged in lighthearted small talk during a short-term position.
Volunteer at VinaCapital
December 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Created spaces to support children affected by the COVID-19 pandemic by providing free medical services and entertainment.
Copywriter at VKR News
August 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Created and developed content for a Facebook-based newspaper site known for certified news and entertainment topics.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at The University of British Columbia
September 1, 2023 - November 30, 2027

Qualifications

Modern Art & Ideas
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services