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Man Zhang
@manzhang
Senior Brand Designer at Z.ai, refreshed its brand system and led visuals for 10+ model launches.
What I'm looking for
At Z.ai, I led the 2025–2026 brand visual refresh from concept through guidelines, delivering a new logo, identity system, website, brand manual, and showroom. I also led brand visuals for 10+ model launches.
I integrated generative AI into the design process by packaging brand guidelines into reusable AI Skills, reducing turnaround for routine materials from 3 days to 1 day. I also led a two-person UI and graphic design team and oversaw external design and production vendors.
At 4Paradigm, I built and evolved the brand visual identity system across corporate, product, and portfolio company brands, and led brand preparation for the listing. Earlier, I maintained and evolved visual identities at 9F Group and worked in creative roles at Vanke and CITIC Trust.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Brand Designer
Z.ai
May 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Led the 2025-2026 brand visual refresh and brand visuals for 10+ model launches. Integrated generative AI into the design process and led a two-person design team.
Brand Design Lead
4Paradigm
Jul 2019 - Apr 2023 (3 years 9 months)
Built and evolved the brand visual identity system from scratch as the company grew from startup to IPO. Designed corporate and product brands and established a team award submission process, winning 10+ awards.
Senior Brand Designer
9F Group
Feb 2018 - Apr 2019 (1 year 2 months)
Maintained and evolved the group's visual identity, creating product logos, identities, and mascots. Designed in-app campaigns and built an internal brand design resource library.
Creative Director
Vanke
Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)
Led North China marketing creative and grew the team from 4 to 20.
Creative Deputy Manager
CITIC Trust
Jan 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 11 months)
Served as Creative Deputy Manager, overseeing creative projects and brand initiatives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology
Bachelor's Degree, Digital Media Art
2020 - 2022
Pursued a Bachelor's Degree in Digital Media Art, focusing on digital media and design.
Harbin Radio & Television University
Associate Degree, Advertising
2007 - 2010
Completed an Associate Degree in Advertising, building foundational knowledge in advertising and design.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Website
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