[ABOUT] [WORK] [PLAYGROUND] [WORK WITH ME]

Behind the canvas

Hi, I'm Xinyi.

(pronounced shin-yeee)

Hi I'm Xinyi, thanks for stopping by my page.

I was born and raised in Beijing, China. Currently am a multidisciplinary designer and creative strategist studying at USC's Iovine and Young Academy, working at the intersection of art, technology, and business.

I believe design is more than aesthetics — it's about creating experiences that feel inevitable. I obsess over the small details that make big differences.

Xinyi Yao

Tools & Skills

Figma Figma
Illustrator Illustrator
Photoshop Photoshop
Procreate Procreate
After Effects After Effects
Framer Framer
Notion Notion
Canva Canva
always learning more

Peek Into My Life Beyond Work

When I'm not designing, you'll find me at the barn with my two horses — they keep me grounded and remind me that patience is a skill worth practicing. I also love painting and making art in all forms; it's how I recharge creatively without the pressure of a deadline. Beyond that, I'm usually out exploring new places, trying food I can't pronounce, or just spending time with the people I love most.

Memories

MARCH '26

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Today

To-do

finish midterm portfolio
work on VANTAGE pitch deck
car service appointment

Hopefully Soon

0 days
11:30 LAX Los Angeles
21:45 PEK Beijing

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