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Jieyi Zhang

Boston,MA

Summary

I am a Sichuan-born filmmaker studying Film Production at Emerson College. Possesses a refined artistic sensitivity, drawn to delicate emotional shifts, intimate spaces, and the quiet tensions that shape human relationships. My work centers on poetic, character-driven storytelling, exploring memory, distance, and the inner lives of women through a subtle visual and emotional language.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Short Film Director

Kekouzhai
08.2025 - 08.2025
  • Managed post-production processes, including editing and sound design, for final project delivery.
  • Mentored emerging filmmakers, providing guidance on directing techniques and industry standards.
  • Analyzed audience feedback to refine future projects and improve viewer satisfaction rates.
  • Led strategic planning sessions to establish project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.

Creative Director

Harper's Bazaar China
05.2024 - 05.2024
  • Developed innovative visual concepts for editorial layouts and fashion features.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive branding across platforms.
  • Secured a feature in the China edition of Harper's Bazaar for an emerging designer, leveraging integrated creative direction to align the designer's vision with the director's cinematic style.
  • Successfully executed the high-fashion advertisement under significant budget constraints, maximizing visual impact and editorial appeal.

Production Designer

ReelShort Film The Double Life
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Designed and created visually compelling sets that enhanced narrative storytelling.
  • Collaborated with directors and cinematographers to align production design with artistic vision.
  • Researched and sourced materials to ensure authenticity in set designs.
  • Assisted in the development of detailed sketches and renderings for approval processes.

Short Film Director

Mirage in Green
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Developed comprehensive storyboards to visualize scenes and enhance narrative structure.
  • Collaborated with producers and crew to align creative vision with production goals.
  • Directed cast and crew during rehearsals, ensuring seamless execution of performances.
  • Implemented innovative filming techniques to elevate storytelling and audience engagement.

Art Director

Sci-fi Short Film Inversion
02.2023 - 02.2023
  • Best Science-Fiction Award of the NYSIF Festival.
  • Led creative projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with brand objectives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive visual strategies.
  • Managed design team workflow, enhancing productivity and meeting project deadlines.
  • Conducted market research to inform design decisions and trends analysis.

Intern

Hunan Television
01.2022 - 02.2022

Managed the program content of Hunan Television on Douyin and Bilibili, ensuring consistent branding and messaging. Edited unaired materials to create compelling program content for audiences. Successfully edited 20 videos and 10 hours of video content, demonstrating proficiency in video editing software and techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

Emerson College
Boston, Massachusetts, MA
05-2026

Skills

  • Post-production management
  • Audience analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Visual storytelling
  • Fine Arts / Moodboard Design
  • Set design
  • Art direction

Timeline

Short Film Director

Kekouzhai
08.2025 - 08.2025

Creative Director

Harper's Bazaar China
05.2024 - 05.2024

Production Designer

ReelShort Film The Double Life
03.2024 - 03.2024

Short Film Director

Mirage in Green
02.2024 - 02.2024

Art Director

Sci-fi Short Film Inversion
02.2023 - 02.2023

Intern

Hunan Television
01.2022 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

Emerson College
Jieyi Zhang