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Zayne Huang

@zaynehuang

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Creative digital media artist with expertise in interactive design.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that fosters creativity and innovation in design.

I am a digital media artist and co-founder at Zhu Clever Studio, where I blend technical expertise with creative vision across interactive media, 3D, UI/UX, graphics, and motion effects. My journey began with an MFA in Design Media Arts from UCLA, followed by a certification in Application Programming and Data Science. I have a strong foundation in arts and art history from the College of William and Mary, which informs my approach to design and storytelling.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led projects that enhance engagement and visibility. For instance, I revitalized a website design and brand identity for a film production, optimizing content for first-page Google rankings. My experience as a commissioned artist for various installations and interactive experiences showcases my ability to create immersive environments that combine physical and digital storytelling. I thrive in collaborative settings, aligning design direction with stakeholders to ensure project success.

As a lecturer at UCLA, I developed and taught courses on digital art and design, focusing on interaction design and AI generation techniques. I am passionate about sharing knowledge and empowering others in the field. I am now looking for opportunities that allow me to further explore innovative design solutions and contribute to impactful projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Digital Media Artist | Co-Founder

Current

ZhuCleverStudio

Jun 2022 - Present (3 years)

Blended technical expertise with creative vision across interactive media, 3D, UI/UX, graphics, and motion effects to deliver innovative experiences and solutions that enhance engagement and visibility. Revitalized website design and brand identity to align with film's aesthetic, creating responsive prototypes and interactive HTML/CSS/JS elements.

Web Design Brand Design UI UX Digital Design Graphic Design Videography 3D Modeling Game Development

Commissioned Artist

IKEA

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Designed and developed 3D environments and assets for a Unity-based interactive installation, combining physical and digital storytelling. Created 3D-scanned models, shaders, animations, VFX, multi-camera transitions, and dynamic UI elements, optimized for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

3D Design Unity3D

UI/UX & Product Design Consultation

Cribi

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Identified and resolved over 10 critical usability issues and directed UI/UX design, enhancing the movie discovery experience. Developed interactive prototypes, seamless onboarding processes, and engaging widgets that boosted user satisfaction, validated via positive A/B testing.

UI UX Design Product Design User Centered Design Prototyping A B Testing Team Leadership Production Meetings

Commissioned Artist

Fermynwoods Contemporary Arts

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Led the design and development of a Unity-based game experience featuring a speculative experience and narrative, creating high-res textures, 3D scans, procedural shaders, 3D environments, and VFX. Managed the project lifecycle from concept through launch, achieving a positive reception for creativity and execution in the UK show.

3D Design Web Development Unity3D VFX Project Management Interactive Design

Lecturer

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Aug 2021 - Aug 2021 (0 months)

Developed, taught, and assisted a series of digital art and design courses, focusing on interaction design, digital art & design, moving images, 3D, and AI generation techniques. Authored tutorials for Maya, Blender, Adobe Creative Suites, and RunwayML, breaking down complex techniques.

Digital Art Interaction Design 3D AI Generation Maya Blender Adobe Creative Suite

Visual & Brand Design Lead, Videographer

Global TalentLink

Aug 2021 - Jun 2022 (10 months)

Created over 40 visual assets including logos, illustrations, animations, and layout designs to upgrade brand storytelling. Produced a marketing video integrating live-action footage with vector animations, achieving a 150x view increase.

Visual Design Brand Strategy Videography WordPress Content Creation

Commissioned Artist

Society for Literature, Science, and Arts (SLSA) Conference

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)

Initiated and executed interactive projects combining web, videos, and game elements to enrich the conference at the University of Michigan. Created interactive experiences through web and game development, integrating 3D game experience, 2.5D web interface, animations, JavaScript-based web widgets, and VR video.

Game Development Web Development Interactive Design JavaScript VR Animation