Education:
SCHOOL OF VISUAL ARTS
2003: Graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design
2007: Graduated with a MPS in Art Therapy

Software & Language:
Proficient in: HTML, DHTML, CSS, JavaScript, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, and Flash
Languages: Chinese-Mandarin, Taiwanese, and basic comprehension in Japanese

DESIGN EXPERIENCES:

Aug 2008 - Present: Graphic / Web Designer: Barneys New York 

• Design email marketing campaigns, web marketing collaterals, social-media collaterals, and site updates.
• Project manage and oversee Jr. designers
• Collaborate witd Advertising dept. for creative uniformity.
• Collaborate with web studio to style photography for emails campaigns. 

Sept 2005 - Present: Freelancer: NY

• Web Design and Development
• Print Design: Corporate branding, Marketing Materials, Presentation, and Ads
• Illustration: Coloring Book, T-shirt Graphics, and Character Design

June 1999 - Aug 2007: New York Summer Conference: NY

• Design & Develop conference handbook, marketing materials, and merchandise.
• Registration and Signage

Sept 2007 - May 2008: NexCen Brands, Inc: NY
Graphic Designer

• Design various marketing materials and presentations
• Update and maintain website
• Create and send weekly newsletters

April 2000 - June 2004: Giftme.com/CommonMind.com: NY
Graphic & Web Designer

• Design and Develop Websites
• Corporate Branding
• Project Management

OTHER EXPERIENCES:

Sept 2006 - May 2007: Elmhurst Hospital: NY
Art Therapy Intern with the Child Life Program

• Individual & group art therapy with children in the GCU and PICU
• Assist with a monthly group for mothers in immunology clinic

Sept 2005 - May 2006: Sara’s Center: NY
Art Therapy Intern

• Lead art therapy groups and ADL groups for adults with schizophrenia and bipolar
• Work individually with clients to help them attain their goals
• Case Management
• Perform initial assessments for new/prospective client

June 2004 - April 2005: NOVA Group: Japan
Language Instructor and Kid’s Coordinator

• Teach children from age 3-12 and adults
• Plan lessons according to each student’s level
• Prepare monthly teaching materials and guidelines for children’s classes
• Plan and facilitate open-time discussion