Exercised and mastered Adobe skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and modelling skills in Rhino, onShape, Maya, Twinmotion, and Unreal Engine.
Learned critical thinking, collaboration skills, academic writing and design principles.
Studied UI/UX design process and conducted several UIUX client projects.
Simon Fraser UniversityLearned and practiced 3D modelling and rendering technics using Maya, VRay, Mari.
Think Tank Training CenterCreate digital products according to the SFU brand book, including videos, infographics and newsletters, to promote FAS Co-op programs to both employers and students.
Update website information to better organize and present information.
Covering daily office clerk duties to ensure a better communication between students and their coordinators.
Simon Fraser UniversityEncouraged newly-immigrated teenagers to learn and practice English through games and engaging lessons.
Improved program by giving feedback and suggestions after sessions.
Simon Fraser UniversityHelped senior immigrants to learn and practice English through conversation circles.
Promoted program through SFU's blog to encourage more students to participate in this program.
Simon Fraser UniversityShowed new students basic campus resources and gave them instructions on how to use the student portal.
Developed games according to the needs of new students to help them quickly know each other.
Fraser International CollegeStrengthened communication and cooperation skills to finish one topic together. Enhanced presentation skills to fully explain a topic with a clear pace.
Practiced problem-solving skills in order to offer a feasible solution for a given case.
Fraser International CollegeProtected animals from being hunted illegally by clearing traps.
Monitored and counted rare wild animals every day, including giraffes, lions, colobus, flamingos and other endangered animals.
Kenya
Positive and Enthusiastic.
As an aspiring Interactive Art and Technology major at Simon Fraser University, I possess a passion for UI/UX design and a dedication to creating captivating user experiences. My primary focus lies in creating captivating user experiences through visually appealing interfaces. I am also proficient in a range of 3D modeling software, including Maya, Rhino, and Vray, I am skilled at producing high-quality 3D models with meticulous attention to detail.
My skills in UI/UX design have allowed me to develop a deep understanding of user-centered design principles and the ability to create visually appealing and intuitive interfaces. Through my studies and hands-on projects, I have honed my ability to craft user journeys, conduct usability testing, and iterate designs based on user feedback. This experience has given me a strong foundation in designing interfaces that seamlessly blend aesthetics with functionality.
One of my key strengths is my ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with others. Recognizing the importance of teamwork, I actively contribute to group projects, fostering a friendly and efficient work atmosphere. By actively listening to others' perspectives, I embrace diverse ideas and incorporate them into my design process to produce innovative and inclusive solutions. With my combination of technical skills, design expertise, and collaborative mindset, I am excited to contribute to the field of UI/UX design and create meaningful experiences for users.
“Melody (Kejing) demonstrates excellent leadership and communication skills. Her peers have commented on her attention to detail and active role in group work. She is insightful in class discussions and seeks out and applies feedback well in her school work. She is a wonderful student to work with.”
—-Shannon Cuykendall
Instructor for IAT 206W Media Across Cultures and IAT 222 Interactive Arts
“As a mentor for Melody's Eunoia 2023 Hackathon team, I saw her consistently showcase exceptional leadership, remarkable teamwork abilities, and outstanding organizational skills. She also wasn't afraid to ask questions, and took a human-centered approach to the hackathon's challenge. Melody was respectful to her teammates ideas, and actively worked to make sure everyone's voice was included in the project. Her ability to foster inclusivity, listen actively, and lead by example truly sets her apart as an amazing contributor to any team or organization.”
—-Justin Lau
Mentor of Eunoia 2023 Hackathon team, UX research Analyst at CIBC.
“You were reliable, flexible and quick to pick up tasks. You were creative and open to developing new materials - from scratch - and you were detail oriented and checked-in when you needed further details. For your first co-op, you handled the self-directedness of this placement well, and used your intuition to drive your work to completion. There was a lot of creative license in your work, and you managed your autonomy well. I hope you had a positive experience working with our team and you felt there was enough guidance in your role. ”
—Shannon Danson
Co-operative Education Coordinator, Faculty of Applied Sciences, SFU
“I wanted to thank you so much for being a fantastic Co-op student. You are so incredibly bright and a hard worker, which is a brilliant combination. I know that you are going to do terrific things, and I hope to continue to watch you grow and succeed. You will be very missed by me and the team. Take good care of yourself and have a fantastic summer, which you definitely deserve.”
—Mary Samy, MSc.
Co-operative Education Student Advisor, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Simon Fraser University.
“Melody (Kejing) is an enthusiastic practitioner who has the initiative to learn up-to-date design principles and concepts. She worked self-motivated by working with digital and physical materials to design an interactive speaker. She demonstrated excellent leadership and teamwork skills by proposing resonant solutions to tackle emerging design challenges. It's fantastic to work with her!”
—-Ce(Kimi) Zhong
Teaching Assistant for IAT 336 Materials in Design.