Joyce Hong
Irvine,CA
Summary
Joyce Hong is a creative artiest with talent in creating story-telling design work through teamwork and ingenuity. She was born in Hangzhou and spent her formative years in China and southern California. She sees herself as a storyteller who is aspired by her culture, embracing the rich heritage of Manchu and Tibetan influences. As a designer, she is adaptable with an understanding of the creative process and willingness to accommodate changing needs as the project evolves. Her artistry transcends boundaries, capturing the essence of her experiences and heritage in every stroke and design.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Scenic Designer
HOOLIGAN Theatre Company
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Musical "Addams Family"
- ongoing process
Scenic Designer
HOOLIGAN Theatre Company
Los Angeles, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Musical "Sunday in the Park with George"
- Calculated measurements accurately when designing scale models or constructing full-scale sets from plans
- Reviewed scripts to ascertain project design requirements and types of props needed
- Selected colors, fabrics, textures, and other design elements to create an effective visual impact onstage
- Built the entire set from scratch
Production Designer
UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television
Los Angeles, CA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- UCLA TFT graduate thesis film, "Promise"
- Reviewed scripts to ascertain project design requirements and types of props needed.
- Attended regular team meetings to discuss upcoming projects and review progress updates.
- Managed multiple design projects from concept to completion within tight deadlines.
Co-Production Designer
Independent Film Production
Irvine, CA
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Independent film project written and directed by Alex Guo, "Criterion"
- Developed and designed production layouts for rendering visual images and ground plans
- Created storyboards, mood boards, style frames, and layouts to communicate design ideas
- Built the entire immersive site from scratch
Architecture Assistant
DSEA Inc.
Orange, CA
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Answered phones and routed voicemails to respective employees.
- Ensured office equipment was operational, stocked with supplies and maintained in a clean condition.
- Assisted with event planning activities such as conferences or seminars.
- Assisted with residential architecture project planning
- Reviewed and filed documents for accuracy, date, and clarity
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Design And Stagecraft
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2026
Art History
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2026
Skills
- Material Selection
- Set Construction
- Technical Drawing
- Space Planning
- Team Collaborations
- Budget Management
- Art Direction
- Spatial Planning
- Visual Design
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Orange County Artist of the Year 2022
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Timeline
Scenic Designer
HOOLIGAN Theatre Company
01.2024 - Current
Scenic Designer
HOOLIGAN Theatre Company
09.2023 - Current
Co-Production Designer
Independent Film Production
08.2023 - 08.2023
Production Designer
UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television
06.2023 - 07.2024
Architecture Assistant
DSEA Inc.
04.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Design And Stagecraft
University of California - Los Angeles
Art History
University of California - Los Angeles
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