Christine Kao Email & Phone Number

United States

• Design 50+ compelling photo illustrations using Photoshop for STAT’s exclusive coverages.
• Source and curate editorial images for articles from 10+ wire networks and stock databases, evaluating visual appeal, copyright compliance, and sensitivity concerns.
• Visualize health and medical stories based on reporters’ text under tight deadlines, integratingartistic direction from editors to optimize story engagement.
• Organize 30,000+ images on WordPress for 20 hours weekly.
• Write ALT texts that enhance SEO and ensure consistent viewing experiences across viewports.
• Collaborate within a multimedia team of 9 and with over 100 colleagues at STAT.

• Pitched and created 30+ photo galleries on topics including meaningful tattoos, the SAG-AFTRA strikes across LA studios and UCLA women’s soccer team’s journey to a national title.
• Captured 60+ Pac-12 games, 10+ protesting events, 4 NCAA Championships and 4 concerts.
• Wrote fact-checked, concise and informative captions that incorporate research and interviews.
• Generated 100k+ views and 40k+ engagement with my photographs.
• Voted by staffers as the Best News Photographer of 2022-2023.

• Rebranded Life of a Bruin, the primary booklet promoting the resources and spirit of UCLA Athletics.
• Created social media graphics for commitment announcements with a quick turnaround.
• Designed holiday mailers and recruiting GIFs to attract prospective athletes.
• Chronicled awards and achievements of UCLA athletes through designs.
• Edited photos to enhance their look on print materials and digital platforms.

• Resolved technical issues and ensured the smooth operation of 2 inkjet printers, 1 large-format printer, and 3 standard printers.
• Led workshops for students and faculty on utilizing bookbinding and printing services, advising individuals on turning design concepts into print production.
• Greeted lab users at the counter with a cheerful spirit and assisted in preparing digital files to meet printer specifications.