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Yuanzhi Cao

Seattle

Summary

Creative and dedicated Cinema and Media Studies student with hands-on experience in content production, video editing, and live streaming. Skilled in managing production logistics, coordinating interviews, and producing engaging multimedia content. Passionate about storytelling and leveraging media to captivate and connect with audiences.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Live Stream Host

Langsheng Yaji
01.2023 - Current
  • Content Strategy: Hosted live streams on the Kuaishou platform, including rap performances and general interaction with audiences
  • Developed live streaming plans, established personal growth pathways, and successfully launched four different themed rooms within three days
  • Operational Optimization: Collaborated with operations team to optimize account content, monitor video analytics, and conduct audience research
  • Analysed user behaviour to enhance emotional engagement and addressed critical points from a user perspective

Intern, Scriptwriting Team for Variety Show

Caviar Communications
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted with note-taking during filming, conducted outdoor shoots, drafted interview questions, and reviewed footage to aid in editing
  • Supported scriptwriters in planning storylines and organizing production schedules
  • Contributed to the creative process by brainstorming ideas for music and script segments

Content Production Intern

Shenzhen Media Group - Satellite TV Centre
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Content Creation: Produced short video content for Shenzhen TV’s sci-tech program "Bay Area Innovators." Analysed viral titles, captions, account positioning, and video structures to plan content strategy, achieving multiple short videos with over 10,000 likes
  • Interview Coordination: Arranged interviews with contestants from the variety show "Star Music Alliance," including artists like Doggie and Kazuma Mitchell
  • Managed interview logistics, recorded key points, and ensured comprehensive coverage with over 1,000 words of notes
  • On-Site Production: Assisted photographers and directors during location scouting and shooting, gathering over 80 pieces of photo and video materials for later use in short video production
  • Post-Production: Independently edited videos, arranged text, added sound effects, and managed visual effects and composition, utilizing voice-overs, music, colours, rhythm, and camera angles to enhance storytelling

Teaching Assistant

Carlton International Education
08.2022 - 09.2022
  • Lesson Preparation: Assisted in preparing teaching materials and classroom equipment as per lead teacher’s lesson plans
  • Supported instruction in vocabulary dictation and reading aloud sessions, aiding in 10 lessons per week for over 80 students
  • Grading and Tutoring: Assigned and accurately graded over 100 pieces of homework, providing personalized feedback
  • Volunteered extra hours to support struggling students with additional tutoring sessions

Front Desk Staff and NPC

Yinfanglin Escape Room
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Guest Relations: Greeted and assisted guests with costumes and makeup
  • Provided safety guidelines and prepared props for the immersive experience
  • Occasionally served as a non-playable character (NPC) to enhance guest engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Cinema And Media Studies

University of Washington
06.2025

Skills

    Languages: Mandarin (Native), English (Fluent), Japanese Proficiency Test (N3)

    Software Skills: Proficient in Jianying, Xiumi

    Drumming (Grade 7)

    Tennis (High school sports team)

    Badminton (High school sports team)

Core Competences

  • Video Editing and Post-Production
  • Content Creation and Strategy
  • Interview Coordination and Research
  • Live Streaming and Audience Engagement
  • Media Production Support
  • Creative Writing and Storytelling
  • Social Media Management
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving

Campus Experience

Seattle Index Club, 10/2022 to 03/2023

Creative Department Member

  • Designed post covers and optimized layout structures for enhanced visual presentation.
  • Assisted in managing a Valentine’s Day event by coordinating tasks and tracking submissions.

Husky Help Organization, 09/2021 to 02/2023

Head of Publicity Department                                                                                                                 

  • Content Management: Managed school’s public social media accounts on platforms like WeChat and Instagram. Identified high-frequency search terms to write, edit, and publish articles, achieving a cumulative readership of over 80,000.
  • Performance Tracking: Gathered user feedback, prepared weekly, monthly, and annual reports, and implemented improvements in promotional strategies based on real-time data analysis.

Chinese Theater Club, 11/2021 to 12/2021

Production Assistant                                                                                                                                           

  • Assisted with behind-the-scenes work, including props preparation, mid-performance scene changes, and taking promotional still photographs.

Children in Need Club, 09/2017 to 05/2020

STEM Assistant                                                                                                                                                

  • Participated in weekly volunteer activities at local primary schools, conducting science experiments., Sold homemade baked goods on campus to raise funds for sponsoring education in Africa.

School Musical - Rent, 10/2018 to 11/2018

Backstage Crew Member                                                                                                                                  

  • Managed props and handled ticket sales and checks for the school’s production of "Rent."

Timeline

Intern, Scriptwriting Team for Variety Show

Caviar Communications
06.2024 - 09.2024

Content Production Intern

Shenzhen Media Group - Satellite TV Centre
06.2023 - 09.2023

Live Stream Host

Langsheng Yaji
01.2023 - Current

Teaching Assistant

Carlton International Education
08.2022 - 09.2022

Front Desk Staff and NPC

Yinfanglin Escape Room
07.2021 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Cinema And Media Studies

University of Washington
Yuanzhi Cao