Materials, Universe and Love
About
Currently focused on sustainable design, Yilin is a material researcher and makeup artist. Yilin's works provide an insight into how digital technologies, new material and craftsmanship could change our approach to design and making.
EDUCATION
Central Saint Martins Oct 2020-June 2022
MA Material Futures
Central Saint Martins Sept 2018 - Dec 2018
Free Elective Semester Programme - Fashion Design
Communication University of China
Sept 2016 - June 2020
BA Theater, film and TV fine arts design
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EXPERIENCE
Ruuby
Makeup Artist October 2021- present
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Customise bespoke makeups for clients
Harbour International Education
Teaching Assistant June 2021 -present
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Assist in ‘The New Media Revolution and its Effects on Story-telling and Media Aesthetics’ course
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Plan and deliver lectures to improve students’ learning experience
Labelhood
Youtopia Fashion Show Designer Candidate July 2020 - August 2020
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Design a sustainable collection with four multifunctional garment pieces
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Innovate traditional fabrics dyeing techniques and creative pattern making
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Work independently on runway preparations and model fitting
Beijing Development and Reform Commission
Costume Designer and Makeup Artist July 2019
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Design costumes and makeups for forty characters in the theme play Start Again
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Participate in rehearsal and final performance and actively communicate with backstage staff
BA Performance Degree Show
Makeup Artist June 2019
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Makeup on main characters in The Night of Soul
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Assist the costumes fitting during the cast shooting
Qiaodan Sports
Stylist March 2019
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Create 8 looks for the 2019 Running China campaign
VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE
NHS Steward Volunteer June 2021- present
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Guide people on-site to make sure the vaccination process runs smoothly and efficiently
HONOURS
Los Angeles Independent Shorts Awards (ISA) ‘The Liability’ 2021
Los Angeles Independent Shorts Awards (ISA) ‘Lover’ 2021
Culture and Art Individual scholarship 2019 Academic Year
Shanghai Fashion Week Children’s Wear Design Competition Honorable Mention 2018
EXHIBITIONS
Dutch Design Week (DDW) United Matters ‘Cyborg Future’ October 2021
Proficiencies
Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Dimension; Microsoft Suite: Word, Powerpoint
Character Design: Fashion Media Makeup, FX Makeup
Language: Mandarin (Native) English (Professional)