Byron Yang
Farmington,MN
Summary
Creative professional with over 20 years of experience in high-end video production, 3D modeling, and animation, seeking the Senior Visual Artist position at Carmichael Lynch. Bringing a BFA in Animation and a proven track record of managing the full production lifecycle—from cinematography and lighting to advanced post-production and AI-enhanced workflows. Committed to creative problem-solving and technical excellence to help CL Labs deliver work that defines brand excellence.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Videographer/Editor & Content Creator
Feedbackwrench Websites & Advertising
Lakeville, MN
11.2020 - Current
- Directs and executes professional video projects, including cinematography, lighting, and advanced post-production editing.
- Strategizes marketing and advertising content that aligns with organizational goals.
- Manages digital asset distribution, ensuring all video content is optimized for performance across social media and web platforms.
CINEMATOGRAPHER + DIRECTOR + MARKETER
Self
06.1999 - Current
- Lead Video Content Creator and Marketer for Anime Detour video ad campaigns.
- Director of Photography for TV One cable television network “Unsung” series Featuring Morris Day.
- Production Assistant for web television series “Utopia Planitia.”
- Director of Photography for promotional video “A Time to Rise.”
- Produced cosplay music videos mentioned on popular social media sites of Cosplay in America.
- Produced song “Wilderness in Paradise” made the playlist of The Current 89.3 FM with heavy rotation on Radio KFAI 90.3 FM.
- Directed and animated music animation for Zod Records.
- Modeled pre-visual structures in 3-D based on ideas conceived by Invioni for Bank of America.
- Illustrated poster depicting the culture and people of Laos for the University of Minnesota per LSA committee.
- Designed storyboards and collaborated in character design with Martin/Williams ad agency per Powertel.
- Animated a 3-D character to be used in an educational project for Allen Interactive per DaimlerChrysler.
Interpreter
Itasca Interpretation Services
Saint Paul, MN
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Bilingual interpreter for patient and doctor relations in the St. Paul, Minnesota area.
- Responsibilities include meeting up with clients at designated location in a timely matter, professional language interpreting, and scheduling appointments.
Medical Transportation Driver
U-Ride Transportation Services
Saint Paul, MN
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Department of Transportation certified driver for Minnesota.
- Responsible for safely driving patients from their homes to their health facilities.
Medical Transportation Driver
Good Samaritan Transportation
Saint Paul, MN
04.2015 - 01.2016
- Department of Transportation certified driver for Minnesota.
- Responsibilities include safely driving patients from their homes to their health facilities.
Interpreter
Itasca Interpretation Services
Saint Paul, MN
03.2010 - 04.2015
- Bilingual interpreter for patient and doctor relations in the St. Paul, Minnesota area.
- Responsibilities include meeting up with clients at health facilities in a timely matter, and professional language interpretation between doctors and patients.
College Instructor
Academy College
Bloomington, MN
07.2011 - 08.2013
- Responsible for teaching drawing, graphic design, storyboarding, and Photoshop under accredited educational standards at the college level.
Interpreter
International Translation Services
Saint Paul, MN
05.2009 - 03.2010
- Bilingual interpreter for patient and doctor relations in the St. Paul, Minnesota area.
- Responsibilities include scheduling follow-up appointments and professional language interpreting.
Courtesy Customer Service Agent
The Company Store
La Crosse, WI
09.2006 - 04.2009
- Positioned to take inbound calls from customers to apply their services into finalized invoices to get their products to them in a timely matter, and make outbound calls to assure customer satisfaction, and quality of sold merchandises.
- Responsibilities also include training new hires as a call center coach.
3-D Scanner/Articulator
Geodigm Corporation
Chanhassen, MN
05.2002 - 04.2006
- Responsible for scanning plaster teeth models into the computer and articulating 3-D computer generated anatomical formations for orthodontists.
Computer Modeler
Fluke Studios and Hybrid Medical Animation
Minneapolis, MN
05.2001 - 09.2001
- Created 3-D medical and commercial models to be used in print and animation-related projects for high profile clients.
Computer Tutor
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Minneapolis, MN
09.1998 - 05.1999
- Taught software applications in Mac environment as a Computer Tutor.
Education
Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Animation
Minneapolis College Of Art And Design
Minneapolis, MN01-2001
Skills
- Video production
- Editing skills
- Video editing
- Social media content
Websites
Languages
Hmong
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Videographer/Editor & Content Creator
Feedbackwrench Websites & Advertising
11.2020 - Current
Interpreter
Itasca Interpretation Services
02.2017 - 03.2020
Medical Transportation Driver
U-Ride Transportation Services
01.2016 - 02.2017
Medical Transportation Driver
Good Samaritan Transportation
04.2015 - 01.2016
College Instructor
Academy College
07.2011 - 08.2013
Interpreter
Itasca Interpretation Services
03.2010 - 04.2015
Interpreter
International Translation Services
05.2009 - 03.2010
Courtesy Customer Service Agent
The Company Store
09.2006 - 04.2009
3-D Scanner/Articulator
Geodigm Corporation
05.2002 - 04.2006
Computer Modeler
Fluke Studios and Hybrid Medical Animation
05.2001 - 09.2001
CINEMATOGRAPHER + DIRECTOR + MARKETER
Self
06.1999 - Current
Computer Tutor
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
09.1998 - 05.1999
Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Animation
Minneapolis College Of Art And Design