Experience

Professional experience and selected interior design projects.

Professional Experience

Where I've worked

New Media Operation Intern

Jun 2025 – Sep 2025

European Federation of Bilateral Chambers of Commerce (EFBCC)

  • Researched economic and trade hotspots across the Asia Pacific and Oceania regions, writing policy analysis press releases on six countries and evaluating their potential impact on global bilateral trade development.
  • Collected, analyzed, and integrated international policy and human rights-related data using Excel, composing weekly research reports and policy briefs over three months to propose evidence-based policy recommendations.
  • Assisted in organizing videoconferences and business summits online, sending post-session surveys to gather attendee feedback.

Marketing Intern

Jun 2025 – Sep 2025

CINO International, Inc.

  • Assisted in developing and implementing marketing strategies for real estate property management.
  • Wrote marketing copy and promotional materials tailored to diverse customer groups, and published promotional videos on social media to strengthen brand visibility, foster client relationships, and attract potential customers.
  • Supported promotional activities by communicating with clients in person and through messages, accompanying sales staff on daily property tours of five to six apartments to ensure alignment with customer needs.
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to track campaign progress and adjust marketing plans.

Marketing Intern

Jun 2024 – Sep 2024

Thousand Acres LLC.

  • Conducted market research using Florida Farm Bureau data, identifying industry trends and competitor information to provide references for optimizing marketing strategies.
  • Engaged in daily marketing operations, including regular content creation across social media accounts, customer communication, and campaign planning.
  • Liaised with mid-sized local supermarkets targeting middle-class consumers to negotiate preorder volumes and determine inventory requirements, following up on progress and analyzing performance data to suggest plan adjustments.
  • Assisted exhibitors at the 2024 Global Produce & Floral Show (organized by the International Fresh Produce Association) in setting up booths presenting new offerings, fostering connections between suppliers, retailers, and buyers, and filmed promotional clips to enhance brand exposure.

Selected Interior Design Projects

Design Work

A selection of SCAD academic and design projects showcasing Ariel's design concepts, tools, and process.

Aman Hotel – Atlanta, GA

Mar 2025 – Jun 2025

Group Project · Gold, Hospitality Interior Design/Hotels/Resorts, The International Design Awards (IDA) 2025

  • Conducted hospitality market research and guest satisfaction surveys, complemented by competitor analysis, market positioning, and consumer behavior insights covering booking behaviors, mobile check-ins, smart room controls, and sustainability trends.
  • Developed a comprehensive bistro dining concept that integrates Aman's philosophy of timeless design and luxury.
  • Created detailed concept development, space planning, and renderings to capture a serene, minimalist, nature-inspired guest experience, along with presentation boards, menus, and branded collateral.

The LEGO Atlanta Office

Jan 2025 – Mar 2025

Interior Design Project · Supervisor: Professor Kirkpatrick

  • Conducted preliminary research on LEGO's company profile, organizational type, employee demographics, and operational needs to inform a design emphasizing flexibility, modularity, and an inspiring workspace for creativity and teamwork.
  • Developed conceptual diagrams (parti and bubble diagrams) for functional zoning, along with technical drawings and volumetric sketches to visualize spatial dynamics, material applications, and user flow.
  • Calculated occupancy loads to meet safety standards and presented a cohesive design proposal balancing aesthetic innovation with practical functionality.

Egyptian Embassy Interior Design Program

Jun 2024

Beijing, China

  • Conducted site analysis and evaluated existing outdoor landscape conditions at the embassy site, and translated project presentation materials from Chinese to English for the project briefing.
  • Coordinated with multiple departments, including Cultural Affairs, Administration, and Facilities, to gather requirements on cultural identity, public image, budget, and safety standards, setting decorating priorities accordingly.
  • Designed and formatted presentation decks to enhance visual clarity and brand consistency through graphic layout optimization.