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Qiushuo Li, with a Master’s in Design from the School of Visual Arts, currently channels her passion for branding and user experience as an Interactive Designer at The Washington Post. Her diverse professional background in advertising, publishing, and digital product design has shaped her into a problem solver known for both open-mindedness and attention to detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q1. Please give us a brief bio of yourself and your creative background.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holding a Master’s degree in Design from the School of Visual Arts, I am currently channeling my passion for branding and user experience into my role as an Interactive Designer at The Washington Post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My studies in computer arts in college provided me with a wide-ranging palette of knowledge. My professional journey through advertising, publishing, and digital product design shaped me as a problem solver who is both open-minded and detail-oriented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q2. What made you become\/why did you choose to become a creative?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My creative spark was ignited by the anime I watched as a child. The imaginative outfits of the characters enthralled me, leading me to spend countless hours creating my own characters and meticulously drawing their costumes. This wasn’t merely a pastime\u2014it became an enthralling pursuit that kindled my creativity and excited my brain, making every moment of creation thrillingly addictive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q3. Tell us more about your business\/company, job profile and what you do.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I currently hold a full-time position at The Washington Post as an Interactive Designer for branded content. This role demands versatility, encompassing responsibilities in graphic design, UX\/UI design, strategy, animation, and art direction. My past experiences and accumulated knowledge have provided a robust foundation that supports my capabilities in this multifaceted job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outside of my professional work, I invest my free time in personal projects that challenge conventional visual expression. Engaging in experimental work, I maintain a fresh and curious approach to design. My multi-disciplinary background has shaped my belief in the interconnectedness and mutual support of different disciplines. My particular fascination lies with typography, where I relish in blending diverse disciplines to explore new creative possibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q4. What does ‘creativity’ mean to you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creativity, for me, is the daring and inquisitive drive to step into uncharted territories. It’s an inherent quality that everyone possesses to some degree. To be creative is to widen one\u2019s horizons, to embrace and appreciate diversity without preconceived notions or biases, and to view the world from a multitude of perspectives without rushing to judgment. It’s about having the courage to stand out, to present ideas that may not immediately be understood or accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q5.To you, what makes a ‘creative’ idea and\/or design?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A truly creative idea or design is distinguished by its underlying intention and concept. It’s characterized by its originality and boldness, representing something unprecedented that challenges conventional thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider Apple as an illustration: the continuous technological enhancements in their products don’t always equate to creativity. Rather, it was Steve Jobs’ audacity to challenge conventions and bring forth revolutionary designs and user experiences that truly embodied creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jobs didn’t cater to the prevailing industry standards or consumer expectations but instead trusted his vision, creating products that didn’t just meet demands\u2014they shaped them. This kind of innovation doesn’t just satisfy current tastes; it has the power to redefine them and steer consumer affection in new directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Winning Entry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Presenting a mesmerizing typography design where letters come to life through an ingenious interplay of diverse shades and lines, creatively crafted …
(Read more at MUSE Creative Awards<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Read more about this interview<\/a> with Zhiwen Tang from the United States, the Platinum Winner of the 2023 MUSE Creative Awards.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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