Interdisciplinary designer, artist, and educator focused on creating immersive experiences that build lasting human connections.

“With expertise in graphic design, experiential branding, and motion design, I craft dynamic, emotionally resonant experiences. Through designed world-building and a blend of creativity and technology, I transform ideas into memorable, impactful experiences that inspire and connect.”

CASE STUDY 01.

Quest of the English Club:
A Gamified Learning Experience

An innovative gamified learning platform was created for Junior High School students, blending English language education with an immersive narrative. Inspired by Harry Potter, retro video games, and fantasy fiction, students were transported to "Esperia," where English proficiency powered magical abilities. Sessions featured custom-designed videos and English-based challenges, with students grouped into "Houses" that earned custom stickers and rewards for their progress.

Examples of visual storytelling and user engagement include House banners, avatars, and a dynamic "House Cup" leaderboard that motivated participation. A dialogue system developed in RPG Maker allowed students to interact with characters, making English learning fun and relevant.

The experience utilized user-centered design through gamified elements like real-time point tracking in Google Sheets, a card battle system, and team-based puzzles. Tools like OBS Studio were used to broadcast updates and videos, while branding efforts included the development of a cohesive logo, custom typography, and visual identity for the Starlight Union Academy.

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Key Deliverables:

• English Club Branding:
  Logo, typefaces, colors, and overall look.
  
• Gamified Curriculum Design:
  Educational approach encouraging intrinsic motivation.
  
• World Map and Lore:
  Detailed world map with a diverse cast of characters and rich storylines.
  
• 5-15 Minute Story Video 
  A 5-15 minute video to kick off English Club sessions, culminating in a 2-hour and 55-minute movie.
• Achievement Stickers
8 unique stickers earned upon completing quests and major plot points.

• Trophy Logo Design
Custom logo for awarding top performer at the end of club.

Engagement Tools:

• Interactive Worksheets
Includes Character Profile and Wand Workshop sheets.
• Holiday Clubs
Immersive and themed experiences for Christmas and Halloween, creating memorable cultural interactions.

• Point System and Currency
Points system used as currency for buying cards that can affect team scores.

• Microsoft Teams Integration
Interaction and awards system for engagement outside the classroom.

• Wand Workshop
Hands-on activity for students to create their own unique wands.

• Interactive RPG Game
  Created with RPG Maker MZ, utilizing student vocabulary.

Software Used:

• Adobe Suite:
  InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere, Audition.
• OBS Studio:
  For presenting videos and images on TV, creating smooth transitions.
• VoiceMod:
  Soundboard during games.
• Google Suite:
  Docs, Sheets, Slides for lore, lesson planning, and tracking points.
• Unreal Engine 5:
  Animating backgrounds.
• RPG Maker Bakin:
  Animating characters and text dialogue.
• RPG Maker MZ:
  Creating the Final English Club RPG Game.
• Microsoft Teams:
  Online engagement and announcements outside the class.

Achievements:

• USJETAA Microgrant:
  Awarded $1000 for Holiday Clubs & Activities.
• Increased Participation: Boosted English Club participation by 50% in the second year, with continued high attendance.
• Program Innovation: Created narrative-driven programs that enhanced engagement and learning outcomes.
• High Retention: Improved student retention by 16.7% in the third year and 4.8% in the fifth year.
• Cultural Event Success: Led holiday-themed events, fostering cultural awareness and engagement.
• Collaboration: Worked with Japanese teachers to develop inclusive lesson plans.
• Recognition for Innovation: Acknowledged by school administrators for innovative approaches to English education.
  

CASE STUDY 02.

The Mekong Journey

For the AIGA DC SHINE Mentorship, I embarked on "The Mekong Journey," a project aimed at capturing and preserving the generational stories and cultural heritage of Lao-American immigrants. Guided by the question, "How might we effectively capture and preserve the generational stories and cultural heritage of Lao-American immigrants to foster understanding and connectivity within and beyond the community?" I conducted interviews and surveys to uncover personal experiences and cultural practices. Key questions focused on participants' origins, knowledge of their ancestors' lives in Laos and initial U.S. experiences, and their engagement in Lao cultural practices.

Through this research, I recognized a generational disconnect and the need to create a platform connecting social media to an archive, preserving these invaluable stories.

The design process involved developing wayfinding tools, creating prototypes, and wireframing potential products. The project evolved into a visualization endeavor documenting and sharing the journey of Lao-American immigrants. Using affinity mapping to identify common themes and opportunities, I developed a comprehensive product design. Reflecting on this journey, I leveraged design thinking to explore and preserve cultural identity, gaining insights into the art of possibility through qualitative research. The final deliverable was a detailed documentation and visualization of the research journey, showcasing personal stories and increasing community awareness. This project not only preserved valuable cultural stories but also enhanced my UX/UI design and research methodology skills, providing a meaningful and impactful experience.

CASE STUDY 03.

Cyberpunk Vices & Virtues

"Cyberpunk: Vices & Virtues" is an extensive role-playing game campaign designed for the tabletop RPG system, Cyberpunk RED. This project showcases a deep integration of narrative design, graphic and UX/UI design, audio curation, and system implementation within the Foundry VTT platform, creating a rich, immersive gaming experience.

As the Game Master for an extensive Cyberpunk RED campaign, I crafted an immersive narrative that integrates dark futuristic aesthetics with rich character development and intricate plot lines. In preparation for this role, I conducted in-depth research into Future User Interface (FUI) designs as depicted in influential works such as Evangelion, Bladerunner, and the Cyberpunk series, drawing inspiration to enhance the visual and interactive elements of the game environment. This research informed the creation of engaging landing page interfaces on FoundryVTT, contributing to the immersive experience in the Cyberpunk World. This project showcases the ability to manage large-scale creative projects, demonstrates proficiency in digital design tools, and highlights my capacity to create captivating user experiences.

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