Lǐnghàng Cài

lcai@inside.artcenter.edu

Software

  • Figma, Adobe Creative Suite
  • IDE, Microsoft Office
  • Arduino, Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper
  • Unreal Engine

Programming

  • Python, C#, Javascript

Framework

  • Three.js, OpenCV, WebGL
  • OpenGL, Yolo

Methods

  • User Research and Experience Design
  • Prototyping, Physical Computing
  • Interaction Design
  • Human-centric Design
  • AI-assisted Tools
  • Computational and Parametric Design
  • Narrative, Storytelling

Relevant Courses

  • Critical Worldview
  • Philosophy of Cognitive Science
  • User Experience Design
  • Computer Science
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Calculus, Linear Algebra & Statistics

Education

Art Center College of Design

Computer Software and Media Application

MFA | STEM

2022 Sep - 2025 Jun

Pasadena

Tsinghua University

Environmental Design

Bachelor of Art

2017 Sep - 2022 Jun

Beijing

Research

HCI Researcher

HKUST, CityU

Design and prototype the AI-assisted Spatial Design Tools in VR environment.

2024 Jun - now

Summer Researcher

Art Center College of Design, IKEA

Developed and designed an interactive website, virtual spatial experience design, flow and prototyping.

2023 Jun - 2023 Sep

Pasadena

Design Researcher

TsinghuaUniversity, DesignFuturesGroup

3D space visual design in metaverse, cooperating with generative AI and developing immersive, interactive experiences in.

2023 Feb - 2023 Jun

Work

Lead UI/UX Designer

Artfuture, UCLA, TikTok

Leading the design of a B2B platform using confidential technology and generative AI to help marketers identify, clean, analyze, report, and collaborate on data.

2024 Aug-Dec

Frontend Developer

SeeM, Carnegie Mellon University

Developed the frontend for a 3D online exhibition, allowing users to view and interact with artifacts in a virtual museum-like environment. Implemented responsive design to enhance user engagement and ensure a seamless experience.

2024 Jun-Present

Interaction Design Intern

Tencent Technology

Website developing, interaction prototyping, cooperating with Tencent Pattern recognition Department.

2023 Mar - 2022 Jun

Awards and Certificates

Graduate Scholarship

Art Center College of Design

Media Design Practice

Sep 2022

Science and Technology Award Scholarship

Tsinghua University

Academy of Arts & Design

Aug 2021