Experiential Designer / Creative Tech
Technology + Design to Reframe Perspective
At the Intersection of Spatial, Digital Media, and Emerging Tech
At the Intersection of Spatial, Digital Media, and Emerging Tech
Wen’s Playground
Wendy is a Creative Technologist and Experiential Designer Based in NYC.
Working at the intersection of design and technology. Wendy create immersive experiences that transform everyday moments into stories of connection.
Combining spatial design, interactive media, and emerging technologies to reframe how people engage with the world around them.
Professional Experience
Interior Design Visualization Specialist
APRIL 2025 – PRESENT
- Produced client decks, proposals and design documentation in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and PowerPoint, translating complex print and digital materials into clear visuals for clients and project leads, improving approval rates by 30%
- Created infographics and 2D/3D visualizations that translated project details into clear, engaging visuals for
- Built branded design systems and reusable templates that ensured consistency and cut proposal preparation time by 40%
- Collaborated and with clients, design leads, contractors, and vendors on creative direction, specifications, timelines, and installations, ensuring clear communication and smooth project delivery from concept to completion
- design research on XR, haptic feedback systems, and wearable technologies, developing innovative interaction design frameworks that informed future spatial design applications and user experience guideline
OPTIKKA CORP
Creative Engineer
New York, NY
AUGUST 2024 – MARCH 2025
- Architected generative AI workflows that automated visualization and content creation, reducing iteration cycles by 30% while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and timely client delivery
- Engineered UI components, digital visuals and motion graphics using CSS and Javascript to enhancing client deliverables
- Created human-centered experiences that balanced aesthetics with functional UI/UX design to enhance user engagement
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Bridged design and engineering by preparing digital deliverables, working with developers to support smooth deployment
BUILDING INFORMATICS AND VISUALIZATION LAB
HCI Researcher / XR & Wearable Interaction Designer
Brooklyn, NY
SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024
- Conducted human-centered design research on XR, haptic feedback systems, and wearable technologies, developing innovative interaction design frameworks that informed future spatial design applications and user experience guidelines
- Co-authored research paper at EG-ICE, contributing insights on immersive spatial systems and service design applications
- Developed testing protocols and workflow through iterative prototyping, streamlining interaction system development
Interior Designer II
SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024
- Developed design direction and 2D/3D visualizations that translated spatial concepts into compelling visual narratives,
supporting progress across project phases and collaborating with contractors and vendors to ensure accurate execution
- Collaborated with designers, vendors, and contractors to specify materials, manage FF&E, and conduct on-site visits
Junior Interior Designer
AUGUST 2019 - AUGUST 2020
- Assisted in developing designs through technical drawings, spatial visualizations, and custom furniture prototyping, supporting project development and fabrication using Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Contributed to FF&E detail and source of materials, finishes, and hardware aligned with design intent and functionality
Education
Master of Professional Studies in Major Interactive Telecommunication Program (HCI)
- TSOA Scholarship (2022-2024)
2022-2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Major Interior Design
- Received International Creative Achievement Awards Scholarship (2015-2019)
- Project Showcase at SF Design Week at Swissnex (2019)
- IIDA Student Member
2015-2019
Certification
- AutoCAD International Certificate(ID:00425312)
- Google Explore Machine Learning Beginner
Skills
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Design & Visualization – Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects), Microsoft Office, Figma, Infographic design, Print & digital design, 2D/3D visualization, Computational design
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Communication & Process – Presentation Design, Branding, Client communication, Project management
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Emerging Technology – Generative AI, XR prototyping, Rhino, SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, Enscape, V-Ray, Lumion
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Development – HTML, CSS (GSAP), JavaScript (P5.js, Three.js), Unity, Unreal Engine
Wendy’s Resume
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