Sarena Wu
@sarenawu
Bilingual creative strategist specializing in UX, data annotation, and cross-cultural design.
What I'm looking for
I am a bilingual creative strategist with hands-on experience in data annotation, UX/UI evaluation, and cross-cultural communication. I focus on reviewing and refining digital content for accuracy, usability, and cultural nuance in both English and Mandarin.
In freelance and studio roles, I annotated AI-generated text, reviewed prompts and responses, and provided structured feedback to engineering and research teams to improve model usability. I led digital content reviews and translated user research into actionable interface improvements that enhanced cross-language usability.
At Crate and Barrel I produced client-facing documentation and coordinated across sales, logistics, and international vendors, providing clear bilingual support to Mandarin-speaking clients. I consistently demonstrated attention to detail, quality assurance, and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.
I hold an M.S. in Project Management from Columbia and a BFA in Interior Design with a UX/UI minor from Pratt Institute, bringing a user-centered approach and proven ability to bridge multilingual contexts in design and product work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Data Annotator
DataAnnotation Tech
Feb 2025 - Present (8 months)
Annotated and evaluated AI-generated text in Mandarin and English to improve accuracy, relevance, and cultural nuance; reviewed prompts and responses and provided structured feedback to engineering and research teams.
Visual Design / UXUI Lead Strategist
757 Design Studio
Dec 2023 - Jun 2025 (1 year 6 months)
Led digital content reviews and translated user research into actionable interface improvements across English and Mandarin, coordinating cross-functional feedback loops to optimize deliverables.
Area Visual Designer
Crate and Barrel
Jul 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 5 months)
Produced client-facing documentation and design proposals with bilingual clarity, coordinated with sales and logistics to ensure accurate deliverables, and provided Mandarin-speaking client support to bridge cultural gaps.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Columbia University
Master of Science, Project Management
Grade: GPA 3.9
Master of Science in Project Management with a 3.9 GPA focused on project planning and execution.
Pratt Institute
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design
Grade: GPA 3.8
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design with a minor in UX/UI and a 3.8 GPA emphasizing design and user experience.
Kang Chiao High School
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Completed secondary education and obtained a high school diploma after attending elementary school in Taipei for ten years.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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