Yang Zheyi

Master of Urban Design Candidate | Architectural Professional

About

Highly analytical and innovative Master of Urban Design candidate with a Bachelor's in Architecture, passionate about leveraging design, data, and technology to create impactful urban environments and digital solutions. Proven ability in architectural design, UI/UX, AI-driven system development, and strategic communication. Recognized for strong leadership in campus organizations, driving significant media engagement and successful event management. Eager to apply advanced analytical and design skills to complex challenges in urban development and digital innovation.

Work Experience

Architectural Intern

JIAKUN ARCHITECTS (Pritzker 2025 Laureate)

Dec 2025 - Present

Gained practical experience in architectural design, modeling, and exhibition support at a Pritzker-recognized firm.

  • Contributed to four diverse architectural projects, spanning landscape, small-scale, large-scale, and renovation, enhancing understanding of scale-specific design principles.
  • Produced high-quality renderings, diagrams (D5, Enscape, Adobe Suite), and 3D models (Rhino, SketchUp) to effectively communicate design concepts, including physical model fabrication.
  • Provided comprehensive support for the 'On the Road' exhibition, including setup, product operations, and event coordination, developing curatorial expertise.

Education

Urban Design

The University of Hong Kong (HKU)

3.74/4.3

Architecture

Sichuan University (SCU)

3.76/4.0 (3/78)

Volunteer

Deputy Secretary

The College Youth League Committee, SCU

Oversaw media operations, event management, and team leadership for a key student organization.

  • Led multi-level media strategy and account rebranding, achieving 4-time top performer status in monthly influence and 50%+ dominance in Top 10 articles; published over 600 articles garnering 483K+ views and 30K+ shares.
  • Directed and managed 3 major events, coordinating 100+ member teams and engaging over 2,000 participants.
  • Developed an online feedback platform that processed hundreds of suggestions and conducted 8 monthly surveys, analyzing 3,000+ samples with data visualization.
  • Streamlined management processes, contributing to the organization's recognition among the Top 10 Student Unions and earning the May 4th Red Flag Youth League Committee honors.

Head of the Publicity Department

The College Youth League Committee, SCU

Directed publicity efforts, content creation, and team management for the department.

  • Directed comprehensive content planning, editing, design, and promotion, resulting in 574 published posts with over 136K reads, 8K+ shares, and 14 university-level reprints; grew followers to 7K+ and achieved Top 2 university-wide ranking (2x) and Top 10 WCI (4x), earning a Top 10 New Media Account award.
  • Developed 5 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conducted 8 training sessions, recognized as a Top 10 Media Editor and awarded for Top 10 Graphic Design.

Certificates

IELTS

British Council

CET - 6

National College English Test Committee

NCRE - 2 (MS Office)

National Computer Rank Examination Committee

Projects

Multi-period DID analysis on traffic crash reduction in Madrid's ZBE programs

Academic research evaluating the effectiveness of Zero Emission Zone (ZBE) policies on traffic crash reduction in Madrid.

YEAIR: AI-Driven Intelligent Oral Health Management System

Core Member for Branding & Visual Communication on an AI diagnostic report system.

UEFI Guardian: A Machine Learning-Powered Platform for Detecting Security Risks in Motherboard Firmware

Core Member for UI/UX & Visual Design on a machine learning platform for motherboard firmware security.

Analyzing the Impact of Streetscape Perception and Built Environment on Traffic Accidents in Central Madrid

Academic research focusing on the relationship between urban design elements and traffic safety in Madrid.

Awards

National Scholarship for Undergraduate Students

Sichuan University

Awarded for outstanding academic achievement as an undergraduate student.

National College English Competition - First Prize

National College English Competition Committee

Achieved First Prize in a national-level English competition.

2nd "Bolue Cup" Sichuan University Creative Planning Challenge - Runner-up

Sichuan University

Secured Runner-up position in the university's creative planning challenge.

Shenzhen Dapeng District Urban Design Competition - Gold Award

Shenzhen Dapeng District

Received Gold Award for innovative urban design.

Exhibition of Architectural Design in Developing Countries 2020 - Bronze Medal

Exhibition Committee

Awarded Bronze Medal for architectural design exhibited in developing countries.

Milan Design Week - Excellent Works Exhibition for Chinese Universities (Nationals) - First Prize

Milan Design Week Committee

Recognized with First Prize for excellent architectural works at a national exhibition during Milan Design Week.

"Challenge Cup" Sichuan Province College Students Business Plan Competition - Silver Award

Sichuan Province

Received Silver Award in the provincial-level 'Challenge Cup' business plan competition.

'Challenge Cup' Sichuan University Business Plan Competition - Second Prize

Sichuan University

Achieved Second Prize in the university's 'Challenge Cup' business plan competition.

'Challenge Cup' Sichuan University Academic Science and Technology Works Competition - Third Prize

Sichuan University

Awarded Third Prize in the university's academic science and technology works competition.

Sichuan University "Internet +" College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition - Third Prize

Sichuan University

Secured Third Prize in the university's 'Internet +' innovation and entrepreneurship competition.

Outstanding Graduation Design

Sichuan University

Recognized for outstanding achievement in graduation design.

Top 10 New Media Editor

Sichuan University Youth League Committee

Honored as a Top 10 New Media Editor for exceptional contributions to media operations.

Outstanding Student, Sichuan University

Sichuan University

Designated as an Outstanding Student for overall academic and extracurricular excellence.

Top 10 Student Union

Sichuan University

Contributed to the Student Union achieving a Top 10 ranking.

May 4th Red Flag Youth League Committee Honors

Sichuan University Youth League Committee

Awarded the prestigious May 4th Red Flag honor for contributions to the Youth League Committee.

Top 10 Graphic Design

Sichuan University Youth League Committee

Recognized for excellence in graphic design within the publicity department.

Top 10 New Media Account

Sichuan University Youth League Committee

Awarded for outstanding performance of the new media account.

Languages

Mandarin (Native) , English (Proficient) , Cantonese (Basic)

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • Premier
  • Audition

3D Modeling

  • Rhinoceros
  • Grasshopper
  • SketchUp

GIS

  • QGIS
  • ArcGIS Pro
  • sDNA

Data Analysis

  • Python (Starter)
  • SQL (Starter)

Autodesk Software

  • CAD
  • Revit
  • CFD

Rendering Software

  • Lumion
  • Enscape
  • V-ray
  • D5 Render

Artificial Intelligence

  • Stable Diffusion (Comfy UI)
  • LLM

Productivity & Collaboration Tools

  • Figma
  • MS Office
  • WPS
  • XMind