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Certification
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Yelim (Anna) Lee

Irvine,CA

Summary

Creative designer with solid foundation in producing compelling visual content for various media. Successfully developed engaging motion graphics for high-profile projects, enhancing brand narratives and audience engagement. Demonstrated expertise in animation and visual effects, coupled with strong collaboration and project management skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Motion Graphic Designer

Freelanced
03.2021 - Current
  • Exhibited 3D Animation at Media Art Exhibition [Green Trumbling]
    Directed and produced a one-minute 3D animation using Cinema 4D, showcased at Padong Space in Ansan, Korea (August 2023). Managed full production pipeline including concept, modeling, animation, lighting, and rendering.
  • Beyond The Frame: 1st Media Art Challenge Festival
    Created and exhibited original motion artwork displayed on public billboards at Hakdong Intersection (S&S Tower) and Famille Station Clock Tower in Gangnam, Seoul. Oversaw the entire process from pre-production to post-production.
  • 3D Album Cover Designer on Fiverr & Kmong
    Designed custom 3D album covers for musicians and clients on freelance platforms. Work included 3D modeling, lighting, texturing, rendering, and compositing. Tools used: Cinema 4D, Photoshop, After Effects.
  • Motion Graphics for Advertising Clients
    Produced motion graphic videos using Adobe After Effects and Photoshop for digital ads and promotional content. Delivered visually compelling designs tailored to brand needs and platform formats.

Video Producer

Kiwi Crew
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Part of a 76-member youth-led video production crew (ages late teens to 20s) creating short films, fashion films, and various creative video projects.
  • Participated in end-to-end production cycles lasting 2–4 months per project, from pre-production through post-production.
  • Contributed to multiple roles depending on the project needs, including:
    Art Team: Fashion film and short film – responsible for costume design, set design, poster design, and special effects makeup.
    Lighting Team: Assisted in designing and setting up lighting for short film shoots.
    Production Team: Supported casting and held actor auditions; maintained continuity checks during filming.
    Editing: Contributed to post-production editing workflows.

Graphic Designer

TwoHands Design
12.2024 - 02.2025
  • Edited and produced promotional photos and videos documenting completed interior design and remodeling projects
  • Designed marketing materials including hanging banners and digital graphics for both online and offline use
  • Managed visual content for social media and company website to enhance brand visibility
  • Collaborated closely with the on-site team to ensure visuals accurately represented project outcomes

Graphic Designer Intern

Spectra Global Cuisine
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Interned as a graphic designer in a restaurant group operating 8 locations including Mas Fuego and SpiceC, with 40–50 employees (excluding chefs and front staff).
  • Created digital and print marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro).
  • Designed promotional content such as posters, menu boards, and motion graphics for in-store and online use.
  • Filmed and edited Instagram Reels, chef tutorial videos, and food photography for social media and menu production.
  • Contributed to social media management and visual branding for multiple restaurant branches.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
05-2027

Associate of Arts -

Irvine Valley College
Irvine
08-2025

Certificate of Proficiency - Interactive Media Art

Irvine Valley College
06-2024

High School Diploma -

Portola High School
Irvine, CA
06-2024

Skills

  • Video editing
  • Cinema 4D
  • Octane Renderer
  • Maya
  • Adobe photoshop
  • Adobe after effects
  • Illustration
  • UI and UX design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • VFX
  • Concept development
  • Time Management

Certification


  • Coursera UX/UI certification [2022]

Languages

English
Full Professional
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working

Timeline

Graphic Designer

TwoHands Design
12.2024 - 02.2025

Video Producer

Kiwi Crew
10.2024 - 03.2025

Graphic Designer Intern

Spectra Global Cuisine
05.2023 - 09.2023

Motion Graphic Designer

Freelanced
03.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts -

University of California, Berkeley

Associate of Arts -

Irvine Valley College

Certificate of Proficiency - Interactive Media Art

Irvine Valley College

High School Diploma -

Portola High School