driven by curiosity,
empathy, and passion
Michelle Wu is a multidisciplinary visual artist and graphic designer based in New York City. Before diving into design, she spent over eleven years touring the world as a professional Classical Chinese dancer with the premier dance company Shen Yun Performing Arts. Her experience in movement, storytelling, and choreography now informs her approach to visual communication—bringing a sense of rhythm, fluidity, and emotion to her work.
Blending artistry with strategy, Michelle specializes in branding, environmental design, and visual storytelling, crafting compelling experiences across print, digital, and spatial media. She thrives on exploration, constantly pushing creative boundaries. Passionate about problem-solving and developing thoughtful, concept-driven design, Michelle enjoys collaborating with like-minded creatives who share her curiosity and ambition. She aspires to take on leadership roles in design direction, shaping meaningful narratives that leave a lasting impact.
Young Ones TDC Winner 2023
Lettering (The Mulan Story)
International Design Awards 2023
Silver Award in Brand Identity (Moon Cheer)
Silver Award in Brand Identity (Underwear Uncovered)
Bronze Award in Packaging (Underwear Uncovered)
Young Ones Shortlist 2023
Portfolio Award
Typography (The Mulan Story)
Awards
Visual Identity
Brand Design
Brand Strategy
Art Direction
Presentation
Photography
Packaging
Print Design
Problem Solving
My Skills
Illustrator
Photoshop
Indesign
Lightroom
Figma
Illustration
Typography
Editorial and Writing
Storytelling

