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A UX Designer and Researcher currently pursuing a Master’s degree in User Experience Design at the University of Toronto, where I get to create digital experiences that are functional, fun, and positively impact people's lives by making their tech less painful and more pleasurable!
TORONTO
TORONTO
Education
Master of Information • Sep, 2024 - Current
User Experience Design Concentration
Master of Information • Sep, 2024 - Current
User Experience Design Concentration
Master of Information • Sep, 2024 - Current
User Experience Design Concentration
Major GPA: 3.85 /4.0
Related Coursework: Information Architecture(A-), Research Methods(A), Usability Assessment, Media Editing, Website Operation
Related Coursework: Information Architecture(A-), Research Methods(A), Usability Assessment, Media Editing, Website Operation
Bachelor of Fine and Applied Art • Dec, 2019 - Dec, 2023
Game Design & Development, UXD Concentration
Two Times Dean's Honour Roll (2021, 2023)
Bachelor of Fine and Applied Art • Dec, 2019 - Dec, 2023
Game Design & Development, UXD Concentration
Major GPA: 3.8/4.0
Two Times Dean's Honour Roll (2021, 2023)
Bachelor of Fine and Applied Art • Dec, 2019 - Dec, 2023
Game Design & Development, UXD Concentration
Two Times Dean's Honour Roll (2021, 2023)
Major GPA: 3.8/4.0
Related Coursework: Critical Game Design(A+), Meaningful Interactions(A), Cross-Media Storytelling(A), Gamification and Gameful Design(A+), UX Research(A+)
Related Coursework: Critical Game Design(A+), Meaningful Interactions(A), Cross-Media Storytelling(A), Gamification and Gameful Design(A+), UX Research(A+)
A little bit about me
I'm Zikang Deng. I've always been passionate about technology and its potential to serve people, which is why I enjoy UX design so much. I find it incredibly satisfying to create digital experiences that are both functional and enjoyable to use, and I believe that good design can have a positive impact on people's lives.
When I'm not designing, I love to explore the outdoors. Hiking and camping are two of my favorite activities, and I'm always looking for new trails to conquer or campsites to set up in. I'm also an amateur guitarist, and I find that making music is a great way to unwind after a long day of work. I'm always seeking out new challenges and experiences, both in my personal life and in my design work.
Skills
UX DESIGN
PHOTOGRAPHY
OPERATION
OPERATION
GAME DESIGN
UX RESEARCH
VIDEO EDITING
Experience
Sports Photographer • Sep, 2024 - Current
Captured and edited 4,000+ game photos using Lightroom and Photoshop for editing, achieving recognition on Getty Images and 1x. Managed post-game photo curation for timely media promotion.
#Photography #Photo Editing #Media Operation
COO • Sep, 2024 - Current
Helped grow Ontario's largest non-profit Arknights event group, leading event marketing and attracting 200+ participants in a single event, with 400K+ online impressions on social media.
#Community Growth #Event Planning #Operation
International Game Operations • Apr, 2024 - Aug, 2024
Managed social media including X, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, creating 200+ posts with 1.1M monthly views. Produced 30+ product & market reports and optimized SOPs to improve team efficiency.
#Game Operation #User Research #UGC
Game Analyst • May. 2021 - Aug, 2021
Conducted in-depth game analysis, producing 10+ competition reports. Created user profiles, user personas, risk assessment for 30+ games to support marketing and advertising strategies.
#User Research #Market Analysis #Research Method
A little bit about me
I'm Zikang Deng. I've always been passionate about technology and its potential to serve people, which is why I enjoy UX design so much. I find it incredibly satisfying to create digital experiences that are both functional and enjoyable to use, and I believe that good design can have a positive impact on people's lives.
When I'm not designing, I love to explore the outdoors. Hiking and camping are two of my favorite activities, and I'm always looking for new trails to conquer or campsites to set up in. I'm also an amateur guitarist, and I find that making music is a great way to unwind after a long day of work. I'm always seeking out new challenges and experiences, both in my personal life and in my design work.
Skills
UX DESIGN
PHOTOGRAPHY
OPERATION
OPERATION
GAME DESIGN
UX RESEARCH
VIDEO EDITING
Experience
Sports Photographer • Sep, 2024 - Current
Captured and edited 4,000+ game photos using Lightroom and Photoshop for editing, achieving recognition on Getty Images and 1x. Managed post-game photo curation for timely media promotion.
#Photography #Photo Editing #Media Operation
COO • Sep, 2024 - Current
Helped grow Ontario's largest non-profit Arknights event group, leading event marketing and attracting 200+ participants in a single event, with 400K+ online impressions on social media.
#Community Growth #Event Planning #Operation
International Game Operations • Apr, 2024 - Aug, 2024
Managed social media including X, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, creating 200+ posts with 1.1M monthly views. Produced 30+ product & market reports and optimized SOPs to improve team efficiency.
#Game Operation #User Research #UGC
Game Analyst • May. 2021 - Aug, 2021
Conducted in-depth game analysis, producing 10+ competition reports. Created user profiles, user personas, risk assessment for 30+ games to support marketing and advertising strategies.
#User Research #Market Analysis #Research Method