Hi, I’m KAI!

I’m a multidisciplinary designer with 19 years of experience in creative media, & 7+ years of experience bridging UI/UX, product design, 3D modeling, & visual storytelling across tech, education, & architecture-inspired industries.

I am skilled in turning complex concepts into human-centered, visually powerful experiences that merge function, emotion, & form.

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  • I’m an artist, designer, & systems thinker creating spaces & visuals that bridge imagination & functionality.

  • I began creating art at the age of four, building nearly two decades of experience across fine art disciplines including illustration, painting, sculpture, & digital design.

  • Over the years, I’ve expanded my expertise through internships, full-time roles, & independent business ventures that merge creativity with strategy.

  • As the founder of several creative studios—a container home design firm, a digital food render archive, & a polymer clay art brand—my work is recognized for its originality, depth, and cross-disciplinary innovation.

  • I love designing products & environments that foster connection, creativity, & freedom—bringing systems-level clarity & intention to every visual & experiential decision.

MY CORE SKILLS

  • UX/UI Design, Product Design, Web & Mobile Design, 3D Modeling (SketchUp, Tiny Easy), Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, & Canva

  • Brand Identity, Design Systems, Storytelling, User Flow Optimization, Wireframing, Prototyping, Accessibility Design

    • AI-assisted Rendering with DALL-E & Midjourney,

    • Environmental Design

    • Spatial Composition,

    • Interior Design,

    • Container Home Architecture,

    • User Personalization

    • Digital Experience Integration

  • Instructional Design & Delivery

    • Lesson planning aligned with state and industry standards

    • Curriculum development for art, design, and technology courses

    • Differentiated instruction for diverse learning styles

    • Integrating digital tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Google Classroom, etc.) into instruction

    • Project-based and experiential learning approaches

    Classroom Leadership

    • Creating inclusive, safe, and collaborative classroom environments

    • Managing group dynamics with empathy and authority

    • Guiding students through critique and self-assessment processes

    • Fostering creativity, accountability, and independent thinking

    Assessment & Feedback

    • Designing formative and summative assessments

    • Providing constructive, individualized feedback

    • Tracking student progress through data-driven reflection

    Student Engagement

    • Blending traditional art techniques with modern digital media

    • Coaching students on creative process, visual storytelling, and portfolio preparation

    • Encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and cross-disciplinary exploration

    Professional Collaboration

    • Coordinating with teachers, administrators, and mentors to meet learning goals

    • Mentoring peers and supporting new educators

    • Designing community-based or cross-school art initiatives

  • Cross-functional Collaboration

    Project Ownership

    Rapid Turnaround Deliverables

    Teaching & Mentorship

    Client Consultation

KAI’s Tiny Homes

Founder & Lead Designer

Remote · 2022 – Present

  • Designed & developed 15+ original container home models & 3D renderings using SketchUp & TinyEasy, creating functional, aesthetic, & sustainable micro-living environments.

  • Built and maintained a professional Squarespace website & Universe mobile site, integrating e-commerce systems & client intake forms.

  • Created visual branding, color systems, & presentation decks for client-facing materials & social media campaigns, achieving strong audience growth & brand recognition.

  • Led the development of custom container home design packages ($3K–$7K per project) with deliverables including floor plans, high-resolution renders, & curated interior guides.

  • Established partnerships & client interest via Threads, Instagram, & TikTok, generating organic reach & inbound commission inquiries.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The Digital Harvest Studio

Founder & Lead Designer

Remote · 2025 – Present

  • Created a global AI-generated food render archive spanning 40+ regional cuisines, organizing over 7,000 high-quality assets into themed digital collections.

  • Used ChatGPT’s DALL-E & design tools (Canva, Photoshop, Lightroom) to produce cohesive visual libraries with SEO-optimized copy for web distribution.

  • Developed marketing campaigns and sales strategy for digital product packs ($111–$888), merging creativity with analytics-driven business planning.

  • Oversaw visual direction & UX layout for mobile view, digital storefronts, integrating brand storytelling & clear navigation systems.

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Freelance Designer & Consultant

Various Clients, Studios & Startups |

Hybrid · 2018 – Present

  • Produced UX/UI, graphic, & branding assets for small businesses & startups across tech, education, & wellness sectors.

  • Collaborated with business owners to create data-informed designs that enhance customer experience, retention, & clarity.

  • Delivered fast-turnaround projects such as logo systems, mockups, & brand identities optimized for digital & print use.

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Graphic Design Teacher & UI/UX Apprentice

Success Via Apprenticeship Program – NYC Department of Education

Hybrid · 2019 –2024

  • Designed & taught UX, graphic design, & digital media curriculum to high school students, integrating real-world product design principles into classroom environments.

  • Led digital transformation projects at eight rotational worksites, contributing to brand, web, & design initiatives across public & private sectors.

  • Delivered 100+ professional-level design assets including interactive media kits, UI wireframes, & curriculum materials using Adobe Creative Suite & Canva.

  • Acted as a bridge between education, design, & emerging technology, advocating for accessibility & creative innovation within institutional settings.

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