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Yanchu Liu

Yanchu Liu

Los Angeles, CA, US

 
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About 

Employment 

Aza Money, Remote, Graphic Designer

● Conceptualized and designed engaging graphics content with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for multi-platform digital marketing campaigns, driving a 1000+ increase in social media followers.
● Spearheaded the design initiatives in a team of four, collaborated with social media managers and product managers to develop impactful social media strategies and captivating visuals.

Dec 2023 - current
 

Northwest Architecture Design & Research Institute, Xi'an, China, Architectural Design Intern

● Leveraged AutoCAD to generate comprehensive site plans, section details, and elevations, which aided to the successful renovation of a village in Xi'an.
● Contributed to a kindergarten project proposal by conducting in-depth research on successful design precedents and crafting a compelling case study. Delivered reports and presented findings to the larger group.

May 2021 - Aug 2021
 

Education 

Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), Los Angeles, CA, US, MArch, Architecture

● Course Works: Advanced Structural Systems, Visual Studies II, Advanced Materials and Tectonics

Sep 2021 - Sep 2023
 

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, US, BArch, Architecture

● Course Works: Geometric Modeling, Environmental Systems, Fabrication & Representation

Aug 2017 - May 2021
 

Awards 

Wallenberg Studio Award 2021, Award

● Designed the “Africatown Park” graduate thesis project, a transformative park concept in Mobile, Alabama that addresses social inequities by promoting community cultivation, education, and growth through accessible space. This project was recognized with the Wallenberg Studio Award at the University of Michigan.

2021
 

Volume Zero Idea Competition, Honorable Mention

● Designed and developed the whimsical "Santa-Garten" concept building, transforming Santa's workshop into a playful kindergarten for elves. This innovative design incorporates elements like floating roofs, curved walls, and slides, fostering a stimulating and fun learning environment.

2019
 

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