Desiree Ong

Leader of Tomorrow - Tatler Magazine GenT 2024 Recipient, representing Singapore 43/300.| For using creativity as a positive force.

• Developed a thorough understanding of pipelines and art integration for 2D/3D animation, motion graphics, and web design.
• Applied learned color theory and lighting techniques into designs to add dimension and depth.
• Ensured compliance with copyright and intellectual property laws in the creation and distribution of art.
• Integrated and developed visual elements to produce illustrations of ideas, emotions or moods.
• utilize emerging technology to create meaningful, thought-provoking materials that empower the viewer to think critically of narratives presented as insightful educational content.
• Managed YayOcean Instagram account, connecting athletes and scientists through engaging water-related storytelling.
• Consulted for Subsea International Training Associates on VR training material presentation for commercial diving.
• Collaborated with clients on fast-paced projects for major brands including Amazon, Airbnb, and Best Buy.
• Created pitch and bid packages ensuring legal compliance for visual development and training materials.

• Instructed five-week course focusing on development of attendees' visual language.
• Reduced performance anxiety by implementing measurable feedback markers.
• Guided students in discovering unique mark-making processes for artistic expression.
• Promoted direct observations and peer feedback to enhance learning outcomes.

• Designed storyboards content for capital equipment training using virtual reality technology.
• Created engaging 2D and 3D graphical assets, UI/UX elements, and instructional overlays for VR/MR environments.
• Collaborated with Game Designers and Subject Matter Experts to produce clear, concise user guides and in-app instructions.
• Performed quality assurance for standard operating procedures in VR using Visionary Render, Camtasia, and Well Said applications.
• Maintained version control and documentation used for the Learning Management System syllabus.
• Recommended use of Flow Production Tracking to enhance visual hierarchy, and standardization across projects.
• Fostered psychological safety to promote team collaboration and continuous improvement efforts.
• Led initiatives that improved development processes and asset visibility for team members.

• Worked in Remote Operations. Overseeing logistics flow for the regenerative loop in Diffusion, Spin, Wet Etch, and CMP tools for semiconductor capital equipment.
• Designed an interactive script for HoloLens MR using photographs and video content, paired with Dynamic 365 guides, to map instructions for a guided tour of tools, overview flow, and functions.
• Designed periodic maintenance content for reassembling and assembling parts for training, centered around user experience and their safety.
• Organized and improved training material, and ensured that the learning management system materials are organized and synced to update across all platform access.
• Outstanding Technician Feature for LTD-M: 'Let's Get Ahead Together.' Culture, High Performance, Maintenance program.
• Provide valuable input to the Executive Vice President and General Manager, solution-driven input.
• Awarded for exemplary performance in improving psychological safety and attitudes across shifts.
• Improve dispatch efficiency by teaching peers to identify and color-code essential lots.
• Efficiency push for smart cabinet logistics and PM part organization.
• New Hire Academy Volunteer.

Netflix "Pinocchio -2022" - Directed by Guillermo del Toro and Mark Gustafson.

1 Oscar win for Best Animation, and 72 wins and 123 nominations total for various categories.

• Convert digital assets to physical assets for stop-motion animation.
• R&D groundbreaking NDA techniques for specialized manufacturing to help reduce production time in replicating multiple assets.
• Created visual concepts using computer software to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers.
• Designed print materials such as brochures, flyers, and posters for feature film props and assets.
• Produced vector and animated graphics for CAD tools.
• Assisted in selecting colors, images, text style and layout for each project.
• Prepared instructions and guidance for workers assembling final layouts for production.
• Collaborated with the team to ensure consistency and clear communication for designs used by multiple production departments and media outlets.
• organized, proofread, and communicated with legal clearance, and the Italian translation team.

• Utilized Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to create visually appealing designs.
• Determined size and layout of copy material and selected styles and size of fonts.
• Created design concepts and sample layouts using knowledge of layout and design principles.
• Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
• Participated in brainstorming sessions with other members of the creative team to generate ideas.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring accuracy of work product.
• Provided support in preparing documents for pre-press review prior to release for printing or web publishing.
• Reviewed final layouts, making improvements and suggestions as needed.

• Maintained and managed Powder and plastic 3D printers, focusing on print quality assurance.
• Utilized waterjet equipment and hand tools for meticulous inspection and support material removal.
• Applied sanding techniques followed by finishing processes for clear coat and matte results.
• Instituted strict safety practices requiring respirators, gowns, hoods, booties, and gloves in production.

• Managed the laser cutter and print products
• performed the daily inspection, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting when the equipment malfunctions.
• Manage material logistics using a digital logistics interface, maintain efficiency through the digital queue, and meet a 98.5% product quality score.
• Ensure that the product is packed and sent daily for delivery.