Art Director with 9+ years of experience leading visual direction across digital, social, and e-commerce platforms, with a growing focus on applying AI-assisted creative tools to support modern visual direction and production workflows.
I specialize in art direction, digital design, and hands-on visual content production, translating concepts into high-impact brand and campaign visuals, from studio photo and video production through post-production and delivery. My background spans agency environments, in-house creative teams, and independent work, with a strong focus on building scalable content systems and collaborating within cross-functional teams.
Art Direction & Visual Strategy
Brand Identity & Campaigns
Studio Production (Photo & Video)
Social & E-commerce
360 Integrated Campaigns
Creative Project Management
Cross-functional Collaboration
Generative AI (Firefly, Midjourney, Nano Banana)
AI-assisted Creative Workflows
Adobe CC (Ps / Ai / Id / Pr / Ae / Lr)
Figma
Canva
Photography & Videography
Calligraphy / Hand Lettering
Art Director & Creative Producer / Ongoing OPEN ROADS COLLECTION, CA
Leading end-to-end creative direction, branding, and 360° content production for consumer brands across wellness, tech, and lifestyle sectors.
Develop brand identities, visual systems, and campaign concepts aligned with client positioning and business goals
Produce integrated 360° content systems, including photography, video, social media assets, ad creatives, and pitch decks
Direct studio shoots end to end, from concept and styling through lighting, photo/video production, editing, and delivery
Ensure consistent visual quality, efficient execution, and cross-platform adaptability across deliverables through close collaboration with cross-functional teams
Videographer & Creative Producer / 2017 – 2019 PURITY COSMETICS, CA
Led photo and video production for product pages, digital campaigns, and social channels, managing camera operation, lighting, styling, and on-set execution
Translated creative briefs into visual executions by developing storyboards, shot lists, and production plans aligned with brand and campaign objectives
Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure visual consistency, efficient workflows, and timely delivery of assets
Edited video content and retouched photography using Adobe Creative Suite, delivering platform-ready assets for web, social, and email
Supported in-house studio operations by maintaining equipment, production workflows, and digital asset libraries to improve team efficiency
Freelance Art Director / 2014 – 2015 YOUNG AND HUNGRY CREATIVE, CA
Supported art direction and visual development for digital and mobile-first products
Contributed to campaign ideation, design systems, and motion-based assets across platforms
Worked on client projects including Local Heroes (mobile application), Clearview Technology, and SpoonRocket (food delivery service)
Gained hands-on experience with professional creative workflows, client presentations, feedback iterations, and cross-functional collaboration
Art Director – Integrated 360° Campaigns / 2020 – 2023 PURITY COSMETICS, CA
Directed campaign creative across social, email, website, e-commerce, and blog platforms, building cohesive visual systems aligned with brand identity and business goals
Translated marketing briefs into creative concepts, moodboards, storyboards, and shot lists; led photo and video production from styling and on-set direction through final delivery
Owned day-to-day content production for product launches, seasonal campaigns, and always-on social, coordinating designers, photographers, and freelancers as needed
Partnered closely with cross-functional teams to align creative output with promotional priorities and optimize assets using performance insights across paid and organic channels
Creative Designer & Studio Manager / 2016 – 2017 TORANI , CA
Defined visual direction for social and digital channels, establishing scalable content systems and a consistent brand language
Built and owned the company’s first end-to-end production workflow, executing high-volume photography and video content independently in a resource-limited in-house environment
Led cross-functional planning with Social Media, E-Commerce, and Retail Marketing teams, translating business priorities into clear creative roadmaps and execution plans
Supported early-stage brand positioning by aligning visual storytelling with marketing goals during expansion into retail and grocery channels
Freelance Designer — Packaging & Photography / 2015 4PARTS DESIGN STUDIO, CA
Contributed to wine label and packaging design, supporting concept development and refinement
Supported studio photography for branded assets, including setup, styling, and on-set assistance
Assisted with basic video editing and post-production tasks for brand content
Collaborated within a small creative team, gaining hands-on experience with professional workflows, client feedback cycles, and production standards
ACADEMY of ART UNIVERSITY, CA
Master of Fine Arts in Advertising Art Direction / 2012 - 2015
TAMKANG UNIVERSITY, TAIWAN
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature / 2007 - 2011
ADDY Award for Art School of Horrors / Integrated Campaign
Issued by AD2SF – 2015
Recognized for excellence in integrated campaign design.
Shadow Me / PSA
Issued by Academy of Art University – 2015
Recognized for the Outstanding case study presentation at the AAU Spring Show.
The Marshall Store / Brand Identity Design
Issued by Academy of Art University – 2015
Awarded for the Excellence in brand identity design at the AAU Spring Show.
English
Traditional Chinese