Cheryl Lai
Hong Kong / Chicago,IL
Summary
Passionate artist and designer studying at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Highly proficient in design software and conveying messages through visual elements. An imaginative and creative individual who collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams, committed to transforming challenges into opportunities through diverse artistic settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Designer
Canada Member of APEC Business Advisory Council
Toronto, CAN (Remote)
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Supported Mr. Joseph Fung, the Canadian member of the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC), and his team in designing and editing the meeting booklet to provide comprehensive coverage of the 2nd ABAC Meeting in Toronto, Canada
- Provided inputs and communicated with event organizers to determine project design requirements and preferences
Youth Plus Mission Camp Assistant Coordinator
United World College Li Po Chun
Hong Kong
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed creative ideas aimed at empowering youth through leadership capacity-building and exchanging ideas toward peace and sustainability.
- Collaborated with co-workers to develop rules and regulations and streamline work-related logistics.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from, and within program activity locations, and on external trips.
- Organized supplies necessary for various activities, including arts and crafts projects.
Preschool and Playgroup Teaching Assistant
Fairchild Canadian Academy
Hong Kong
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Followed the Reggio Emilia approach to guide students in developing daily life skills and practical knowledge via play-based and inquiry-based activities.
- Backed-up lessons and documentation, small group instruction, and hands-on activities.
- Contributed ideas for new teaching methods based on observations of how children learn best.
- Assisted the teacher in preparing lessons and materials for the classroom.
Art Instructor
EduBridge Hong Kong
Hong Kong
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Created engaging activities for students of underprivileged ethnic minority backgrounds aged 12-14 in Hong Kong to explore their creativity through art projects.
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Delivered instructional activities related to various art mediums via online platforms during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Fencing Athlete
Hong Kong Sports Institute
Hong Kong
- Represented the Hong Kong National Junior Epee Fencing Team since 2023 in international training and competitions.
- Attended all scheduled practices and training sessions at the Hong Kong Sports Institute to maintain peak athletic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Communications, Painting And Drawing
School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago05-2027
International Baccalaureate Bilingual Diploma
Li Po Chun United World College
Hong Kong05-2023
Skills
- Creativity
- Leadership
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Collaboration skills
- Organization and flexibility
- Time management
- Adobe Illustrator and InDesign
Accomplishments
- Colors of Humanity Art Prize 2022 Youth Category Award Winner
- Painting showcased in group exhibition at the Goethe-Institut Hong Kong
- Featured in a published news article by the South China Morning Post
- Highest ranked #7 in Hong Kong Junior Women's Epee
- Hong Kong Junior Fencing Championships 2022 2nd-Runner Up
- Hong Kong Junior Fencing Championships 2021 1st-Runner Up
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Designer
Canada Member of APEC Business Advisory Council
05.2025 - 06.2025
Youth Plus Mission Camp Assistant Coordinator
United World College Li Po Chun
06.2024 - 08.2024
Preschool and Playgroup Teaching Assistant
Fairchild Canadian Academy
06.2022 - 07.2023
Art Instructor
EduBridge Hong Kong
11.2021 - 03.2022
Fencing Athlete
Hong Kong Sports Institute
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Communications, Painting And Drawing
School of The Art Institute of Chicago
International Baccalaureate Bilingual Diploma
Li Po Chun United World College
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