Dingning "Dianne" Cao
Cambridge,NE
Summary
SAT: 1560
A creative and driven leader with a strong foundation in both design and technology, I have successfully led multiple teams and initiatives in academic and professional settings. My work spans social media management, graphic design, robotics, and software development, reflecting a passion for blending creativity with innovation. I bring a unique ability to lead cross-functional teams, deliver impactful designs, and engage diverse audiences.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Studio Intern
Sara Egan
New York, NY
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed an official commission for Milton Academy.
- Painted three large-scale paintings.
- Lead and collaborated with a team of 8 other artists
Head of Design
Johanna Keough
Milton, MA
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the Milton Academy Alumni Office to define user demographics and develop designs that met those needs.
- Created illustrations, including logos, postcards, tote bags, website banners, and many art assets that served the school.
- Led the design team and planned weekly stand-ups, updating work progress.
- Engaged directly with alumni to gather feedback and ensure alignment between design outcomes and alumni expectations.
Social Media Platform Operator and Promoter
Jia Nan
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Worked as a social media operator for ApeMiner, a WEB3-based technology startup.
- Managed social media platforms, including Twitter and Telegram, creating and scheduling promotional posts to engage and grow the user base.
- Designed promotional posters, event invitations, and other visual assets to support the company's marketing initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Art And Design, Computer Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Milton Academy
Milton, MA06-2024
Skills
- Webdev: Figma, JavaScript, Html, CSS
- Graphic Design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Team Management
- Coding: Java, Python, C
- Game Design
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
Accomplishments
- Mass Appeal Award: Pizzapocolypse (Game Design project)
- Scholastic National Silver Metal, Gold key x 5
- VEX Robotics: Regional Design Award, Skills Champion
- Digital Media Prize, Math Prize, Computer Science Prize
Affiliations
- 5 Years volunteer at Special Olympics
- Head of: Tang Club (Chinese students club), International Student Club, Art with a Social Conscience
- Editor in chief: Magus Mabus (Art and Lit publication), Loose Leaf (Asian American Publication), Helix (Science Publication)
- Discipline Committee Representative
- Trained Transitions Mentor
Timeline
Head of Design
Johanna Keough
05.2024 - 07.2024
Studio Intern
Sara Egan
03.2024 - 08.2024
Social Media Platform Operator and Promoter
Jia Nan
09.2023 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Art And Design, Computer Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Milton Academy
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