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My name is Yang, and I am currently studying cognitive science with a specialization in design and interaction at UCSD. As someone who has been creating art since 2012, my work prioritizes personal storytelling, creative visuals, and thoughtful reflection. Whether it’s digital interfaces or personal art, I’m dedicated to making ideas come alive in ways that connect with people!
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Education
University of California, San Diego
expected June 2029
B.A. in Cognitive Science Specializing in Design and Interaction
Northwood High School
graduated June 2025
Work experience
ACM, Dev Diamond Staff
Oct.2025 - Present
– Designing and maintaining ACM’s website
– Coordinating and working with teams to update features accordingly
Triton Software Engineering, TEST Designer
Oct.2025 - Present
– Working with a group of designers to learn UI/UX principles
Design Co, Visual and Brand Designer
Feb.2026 - Present
– Creating designs for UCSD's largest pre-professional design organization
Irvine Talks, Graphic Publicist
Jul.2024 - May.2025
– Managed social media and published designs with 5,000+ views per post.
– Designed merchandise including t-shirts and stickers.
– Organized district-wide performance events, mentoring and critiquing student speeches.
– Promoted events that broke records with 30+ student performers.
Yearbook Committee, Graphics Head
Aug.2023 - Jun.2025
– Designed 500+ graphics; managed social media, increasing visibility.
– Produced and sold 30+ custom merchandise items.
– Led layout and ad campaigns, selling 830+ yearbooks in junior year.
– Featured student businesses and guided design teams.
Personal Art Account, Taiteals
Aug.2021 - Present
– Posted artworks and process videos to support beginners, later addressing social issues through personal pieces.
– Grew Instagram following to 14k+ , averaging 100k views/reel.
ASIVC Elections, Publicist
Jan.2025 - Mar.2025
– Created eye-catching posters in varied styles for IVC student government campaign.
– Collaborated with Mahba Ahmad, aiding her successful presidency campaign.
YouthCARES, Logo Designer
July.2025 - Aug.2025
– Designed official logo for UCI’s YouthCares organization.
Awards
Scholastic Art Competition – Gold & Silver Key (Regional, 11th Grade)
OC Artist of the Year Nominee (Regional, 11th Grade)
Celebrating Art National Publication (National, 11th Grade)
Skills
Fluent in English and Mandarin
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), Figma, Capcut, Blender, Canva, Procreate
Visual Design, Illustration, Social
Media Management, Event Branding