Yu Li
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic curator and cultural producer with a proven track record in public programming, archival research, and cross-cultural media production. Experienced in curatorship at HMH Archive, with expertise in multilingual translation, project management, and digital preservation. Successfully developed and led community-driven programs and exhibitions—including international artist collaborations, campus-wide festivals, and independent screenings. Skilled in video editing, behind-the-scenes documentation, and public speaking, with a strong focus on fostering dialogue through film, performance, and storytelling.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Film/Culture Programmer
Freelancers
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Curated and co-produced multiple campus-wide public programs, bridging film, performance, and community engagement, including the Hot Flash and Lunar Lens Film Festivals.
- Collaborated with local LA venues, like Laemmle and Ray Stark Theater, to host screenings, moderate Q&As, and conduct in-depth artist interviews.
- Initiated and produced the landmark Eiko Otake & Wen Hui Movement Lab + Screening (Apr 2025), securing independent funding, and overseeing full event logistics.
Assistant Archivist
HMH & One Archive, Critical Refugee Studies
Los Angeles, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted bilingual research and translation for Chinese-language archival collections, cataloging materials across film reels, newspapers, and other historical media.
- Contributed contextual research and translated content for Asian queer film retrospectives, and AIDS education exhibitions.
- Compiled data for the Punk Archive Database and the Los Angeles Chinatown archival collection.
Intern Editor
Nowness
Shanghai
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Commissioned and edited multilingual cultural content for Nowness China, collaborating with independent filmmakers and artists across Asia.
- Projects included La Mer ad campaigns, K-pop artist features, and coverage of Shen Wei’s Shanghai/New York contemporary dance exhibition.
- Conducted community oral history interviews, edited manuscripts, maintained digital archives, and supported cross-cultural storytelling in fashion, performance, and contemporary art.
Entertainment Media Production
Rock and Roast (Tencent Video), Joe Wong US Tour
Los Angeles/Shanghai, CA
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Directed and produced comedic content for Rock and Roast S3, including three 20-minute episodes (8M+ views) and viral TikTok videos (2M+ views).
- Filmed and edited behind-the-scenes (BTS) content for promotional campaigns.
- Served as an assistant to stand-up comedian Huang Xi during his 2023 U.S. tour. Tour, supporting script prep, rehearsals, logistics, and BTS media coverage.
Education
Master of Arts - Cinema And Media Studies
University of Southern California
Los Angeles05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2023
Skills
- Curatorship/Curatorial Writing
- Event & Artist Management
- Multilingual translation (Mandarin and English)
- Fluent in Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva, etc
- Social Media Strategy
- Public Speaking and Hosting
Timeline
Assistant Archivist
HMH & One Archive, Critical Refugee Studies
07.2024 - Current
Intern Editor
Nowness
01.2023 - 08.2023
Independent Film/Culture Programmer
Freelancers
05.2022 - Current
Entertainment Media Production
Rock and Roast (Tencent Video), Joe Wong US Tour
03.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Cinema And Media Studies
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Southern California
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