Justin translates scripts for popular Chinese vertical dramas into English, expertly localizing them for Western audiences while preserving and amplifying the emotional and interpersonal drama. Throughout the process, he refines the plot, dialogue, and characterization to ensure a compelling and culturally resonant experience.

Justin plays a vital role in supporting a collaborative team within diverse classroom environments. His position involves assisting with a broad range of activities, both indoors and outdoors, that cater to typically developing children as well as those with special needs and disabilities. His responsibilities include helping to develop culturally relevant materials and activities, supervising children during meals, napping, and daily routines such as diapering and toileting, and maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe environment with continuous visual supervision. He also supports classroom staff by preparing materials, assisting with special events, and serving as a temporary substitute when needed. Additionally, Justin works closely with professional staff to follow Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) for children with disabilities, contributing to their individualized care and learning experiences.

FAW-VW Minifilm: Babylon Fog (2013)Apart A Part (2012) - Winner Best Director, Best Actress, Best Cinematography (Short)

Justin crafted original scripts for two series—one focused on werewolves and the other on a royal romance—designed specifically for Western audiences. He developed and heightened the emotional intensity and complex relationships within each story, ensuring that the plot, dialogue, and characters were compelling and resonated deeply with the target audience. Through his meticulous approach, Justin brought these unique narratives to life, creating engaging and culturally relevant experiences for viewers.

Justin is responsible for researching and writing articles about upcoming film releases for Esquire China, offering readers exclusive insights and anticipatory previews. He conducts interviews with directors, actors, and VFX supervisors, gathering firsthand information and unique perspectives to enhance his articles. His work requires a deep understanding of the film industry, strong communication skills, and the ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with Esquire China's global audience. Through these efforts, Justin contributes to a greater appreciation and understanding of the cinematic arts.

Wrote the script for a short, vertical drama titled "Love's U-Turn From A Mistake" which follows the emotionally charged story of Madeline Crawford, who, ten years ago, saved a young boy named Jeremy Whitman from drowning. This heroic act planted a seed of affection in her heart. However, Jeremy, now an adult, has mistaken Madeline's stepsister, Meredith, for the girl who saved him and has become romantically involved with her. (50 one-minute episodes)

Justin developed an animated series based on one of the world’s largest game IPs, crafting a compelling series story arc with detailed episode outlines and character biographies. He also provided key highlights for a pitch deck, ensuring that the series concept was presented effectively to stakeholders. His work on this project, which was tied to a global IP phenomenon, showcases his ability to adapt and expand well-established worlds into new, engaging formats. Justin's contributions were crucial in shaping the narrative direction and overall vision of the animated series.

Justin created the main plot, supplementary plots, characters, character biographies, item names, and in-game events for multiple mobile simulation games, contributing approximately 200,000 words. His work included a western simulation game and a dark reimagining of classic fairytales, where he crafted intricate narratives and developed rich, immersive worlds that captivated players. Justin's strong storytelling skills and deep understanding of narrative design in interactive media allowed him to create compelling storylines and detailed character backgrounds, significantly shaping the overall structure and player engagement for each game.

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Justin developed original content for film, TV, and new media, showcasing his creativity and understanding of diverse storytelling formats. He managed incoming screenplay submissions, providing insightful coverage with a focus on organic product integration, ensuring seamless and effective brand presence. Additionally, Justin assisted in writing English copy for multiple events, demonstrating his versatility and ability to adapt content to various contexts and audiences. His work reflects a strong grasp of both creative and strategic aspects of content development and communication.

Facilitated, organized and assisted in the administration of large-scale, campus-wide Industry Night involving the Chicago creative community and graduating seniors.

Read scripts with an eye for Chicago-centric story lines.