JORDAN MAK jmak52103@gmail.com | (415) 860-3101
Hello! I am an undergraduate student attending the University of Southern California. I am currently pursuing a B.S. in Computer Science/Business Administration and a minor in Designing for Digital Experiences.
Education University of Southern California B.S. Computer Science/Business Administration Minor in Designing for Digital Experiences Expected Graduation: June 2025
Experience UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Web Designer (Innovative Design at USC) September 2022 – Present Create front-end of websites and branding packages for student organizations and projects
Awards National Scholastic Press Association Pacemaker Finalist (2019–2020) Individual Awards – 1st Place (2019)
Develop UI for websites, apps, and other digital platforms using Figma Conduct user testing for UX research, meet with team and client to obtain feedback
Media Director (Chinese American Student Association) May 2022 – Present
Newspaper Page/Spread Design of the Year
Manage social media, curate content for online platforms, and keep website updated
Columbia Scholastic Press Association
Work with other board members to generate publicity for CASA events and initiatives
Gold Circle – 1st Place (2020)
Contribute to planning of large events, including retreats and formal events
Page One Design
Gold Circle – 3rd Place (2019)
BEAM PROPERTIES, INC.
Gold Circle – Certificate of Merit (2019)
Project Coordinator June 2019 – Present
Op-Ed or News Analysis Page Design Alternative Story Presentation
Design and write content for sales and marketing presentations and materials
Languages
Collaborate with multiple departments to conduct performance evaluations and craft strategies to attain higher efficiency in use of resources and workflows
English / Cantonese / Mandarin
Organize new employee training and onboarding processes with Human Resources Revise protocols and procedures annually to maintain compliance with legal regulations
Certifications
THE NUEVA SCHOOL
Notion Essentials Badge
Freelance Designer (Communications Department) August 2019 – Present
Software
Curate and brainstorm ideas for posts on social media platforms
Figma / Sketch / Adobe XD / Webflow
Create various print and digital materials for Admissions, Athletics, and clubs using branding guidelines and visual identity system
Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator / InDesign
Draft and implement edits and new content for website
Notion Apple Pages / Numbers / Keynote
Design Editor (The Nueva Current) January 2018 – June 2021
Microsoft Office
Write and edit articles, and design layouts using Photoshop and InDesign
Google Suite
Manage a team of 20+ staff writers and editors to publish six full issues per school year
HTML / CSS
Expand readership throughout school community, the Bay Area, and the nation
Python / C++
Manage social media accounts to provide news updates, publicize new issues, and report on live events and sports games Won multiple national awards for newspaper design from NSPA and CSPA