Yanrong Tian
About me


Hiii!

I'm a designer drawn to creative objects that live somewhere between branding, product, and design thinking. I love the moment an idea becomes something real and tangible, shaped with enough precision that every element earns its place. To me, a good design can speak for itself, yet still invite people in and explain why each decision matters.

I work in a systematic, interdisciplinary way, moving from genuine needs to material reality, and making things that are truly inspiring.


EDUCATION
New York University
New  York, US
Master of Science
in Integrated Design & Media
Expected: May 2027
  • GPA: 3.89/4.0
  • Relevant Coursework: Ideation & Prototyping (Design Thinking), Creative Coding, Print and Code, Animatronics, Sound Studio

Tongji University
Shanghai, CHN
Bachelor of Arts
in Visual Communication Design
Sep 2020 - June 2025
  • GPA: 4.79/5, WES: 4.0/4.0, Ranked 1st in Visual Communication Design major. 
  • Scholarships: University First-Class Scholarship (2021), University Second-Class Scholarship (2022, 2023)
  • Coursework: Typography, Graphics Design, Branding, Visual Design, Motion Graphics, Immersive Projection Design, 3D Design, Character Design, Game Design Technology, User Experience Design, User Study, Interactive Design, Sound Design, Speculative Design, Design Fiction, Information Visualization, Design Thinking, Open-source Hardware and Programming, Sustainability Consciousness, Design and Business Modeling, Digital Photography, Social Psychology

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
New York University
New York, US

Student Researcher for
Tactile Perception for Paleontological Artifects
Jun-Aug 2026
  • Designed and fabricated tangible reproductions of paleontological artifacts using 3D printing and digital fabrication techniques.
  • Conducted structured user studies evaluating tactile perception and accessibility of artifact representations across diverse participant groups.
  • Synthesized findings to inform design guidelines for inclusive, touch-based engagement with scientific collections.


The Walt Disney Company (China) Limited
 Shanghai, CHN

Creative Intern (6 Months)
Dec 2022–June 2023

  • Conceptualized, designed, and produced an original video series on traditional Chinese festivals and the 24 Solar Terms, currently available on Disney's WeChat Video Channel. 
  • Supported the development of promotional and visual materials required for content distribution in the China market.
  • Gained valuable insights into corporate workflows and developed a strong awareness of copyright protocols. 

Huanzige Fabric Arts Co., Ltd.
 Hangzhou, CHN
Brand Creation & Digital Marketing (8 Months)
July 2023–Feb 2024

  • Led the creation and promotion of a new brand branch focused on Chinese-style home décor for a family-owned traditional custom interior design company, introducing digital marketing strategies to enhance the business's online presence.
  • Led a team of three in product selection, promotional photography, and visual content creation, achieving break-even results within the project duration. 
  • Worked alongside a mentor to optimize the custom curtain service process, identifying user pain points and proposing solutions to enhance customer experience.
  • Proposed strategies to reduce information gaps between customers and designers, improving communication and increasing user retention.


PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Visual Design for WDCC 2024 Event
Shanghai, CHN


Motion Graphic Designer (2 Months)
 Aug 2024–Sep 2024

  • The WDCC 2024 conference, supported by Shanghai Municipal Government and UNESCO, aimed to showcase "Future Design" and attracted 86,000 attendees with over 2 billion online views.
  • Served as Motion Graphic Designer on the Visual Team. Contributed to the early-stage design and development of the event’s visual identity in collaboration with my mentor’s BPS Lab. Played a key role in defining the graphic concepts and creating dynamic visuals for the opening ceremony. 
  • The event received national coverage on CCTV News, and my design work was featured in the broadcast. 


The Visual System Design for the 2024 Graduation Ceremony of the College of Design and Innovation,
Tongji University, Shanghai, CHN

Lead Designer (2 Months)
May 2024–July 2024

  • Served as Lead Designer. Independently conceptualized and executed the visual system. The design incorporated vibrant colors and a creative interpretation of the university’s logo, evoking a sense of lightness and freedom—represented through dynamic, flying graphic elements. Created visual designs for various materials. 
  • Worked closely with an administrative coordinator to ensure smooth coordination with external vendors for production. 
  • The design was widely praised by graduating students for its creativity and vibrant representation of the ceremony’s spirit. 


Melodic Echo Odyssey

Motion Graphic Designer (3 Months)Feb 2024–April 2024

  • Served as Motion Graphic Designer on the Visual Team. Led the creation of a dynamic visual workflow using TouchDesigner to produce innovative demos and iterations.
  • Executed three rounds of visual concepts, incorporating Art Deco and Shanghai city elements, in close collaboration with the sound design team and the robotic arm team. 
  • The final visual output included a 2-minute interactive sequence featured during the live concert. The visuals were highly praised for their creativity and effective storytelling, enhancing the immersive experience of the performance. 

ACTIVITIES
  • Volunteer, College of Design and Innovation, Tongji University | 2023 Graduation Exhibition
    Coordinated exhibit setup for 50 students and assisted with on-site tasks to ensure smooth execution of the exhibition.
    • Volunteer, World Design Cities Conference (WDCC) | 2023
      Coordinated the keynote speeches and opening ceremony on the first day, providing on-site support.
      • New Media Promotion Team Member, College of Design and Innovation | 2022
        Managed the WeChat public account, creating and publishing content about design education and student life. Planned, filmed, and edited student interviews to promote the department’s activities.

        SKILLS AND INTEREST
        • Visual & Motion: Adobe Creative Suite (Pr, Ae, Ps, Ai), Figma, TouchDesigner, Blender
        • Interaction & Prototyping: Unity, Wwise, Max/MSP, Ableton Live, p5.js, HTML/CSS/JavaScript 
        • Fabrication: 3D Printing (Bambu Lab), Fusion 360, Rhino, Arduino, Mock-up Making, Laser Cutting 
        • Design Methods: User Research, Usability Testing, Information Architecture, Storyboarding, Wireframing 
        • Languages: Chinese (Native), English (Fluent)


        CONTACT ME!Viviennetian1101@gmail.com
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         +86 13071843580 


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