Graphic Designer
Motion Designer
Illustrator

Yanlin Wang

Born in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China.
Currently based in Pasadena, California, USA.


I remember when I first looked markings on a wooden pillar and saw the outline of a puppy. My imagination began to unfold. The instinct to find something intriguing within chaos shapes my thinking and my approach to design. I translate abstract emotions and atmospheres into tangible visuals, giving shapes and symbols their own voice and presence. My goal is not to deliver just information, but to craft narratives that resonate—designs that breathe with life, evoke feeling, and invite connection.



Education

ArtCenter College of Design
(09.2024–Present | Pasadena, CA) Candidate for a Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

Tianjin Academy Of Fine Arts
(09.2017–06.2021 | Tianjin, China) Bachelor of Arts in Product Design


Expertise

Strong working knowledge of
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Glyphs, Procreate, Word, Excel, ChatGPT, Recarft, Google Slides, Keynote and PowerPoint

Familiar with
After Effects, Premiere, Cinema 4D, Redshift, Perplexity, Pacdora, Nomad Sculpt, OctaneRender, KeyShot, Basecamp, Figma and Miro

Skills
Brand identity, packaging design, motion design, generative design, font design, book binding, letterpress and piano

Languages
Mandarin (Native), English (Fluent)


Experience

Graphic Design Assistant(02.2022–03.2023)
Weestar Studio
(Beijing, China)
Assisted the design team at Apple Authorized Reseller China in visual design and production. Created original pattern designs for the “Chinese Aesthetics” series. For licensed co-branded collections with Xinghui Toys, Diontaeng, Disney, and Marvel, developed visual layouts and product applications by integrating assets from brand libraries. Contributed to exhibition booth, in-store display, and Taobao page design, including layout, rendering, and presentation materials.


Layout Design Assistant (Part-Time)
(02.2021–05.2021)
Shiguang Creative Group
(Tianjin, China)
Assisted the design team in layout design and production of corporate brochures for clients including Inspur Group, focusing on visual composition, typography systems, and creative layout solutions. Collaborated with a creative team to refine concepts, maintain design
consistency, and ensure cohesive visual outcomes across all materials.


Painting Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)
(02.2022–03.2023)
Maesion Art Training
(Shenzhen, China)
Assisted the lead instructor in teaching fundamental drawing courses, including sketching, color theory, and quick studies. Led engaging demonstrations, thoughtful critiques, and detailed revisions. Helped students strengthen their basic drawing skills and develop a deeper understanding of artistic expression and creativity.



Involvement

Design Mentor
(03.2023–04.2023)
Digua Community
(Beijing, China)
Designed the visual identity for the Chengdu Supo Community Sports Event by Digua Community, a social innovation group focused on participatory urban design, while mentoring graduate
students to refine the project’s visual system and enhance its overall coherence.



Voluntary Etiquette Team Member
(09.2018–09.2020)
Tianjin Academy of Fine Arts
(Tianjin, China)
Served on the school’s etiquette team, assisting with guest reception, award presentations, and on-site coordination during events such as graduation ceremonies and singing competitions.




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