I’m a Korean American art director and visual storyteller based in New York City, and also a certified overthinker and yapper (my most reliable creative tools). I love creating visuals that aren’t just beautiful, but meaningful, the kind that make people pause, feel, and remember.
When I’m not designing, you can usually find me walking around the city or reading into astrology and psychology. My work reflects that same spirit: thoughtful, curious, and always searching for connection.
Some things that keeps me creative:
- When I feel stuck, I turn to tarot. If we’re close, I’ll probably read your cards too (whether you asked or not).
- Astrology is my guilty pleasure: Aquarius sun, Leo rising, Virgo moon. Are we compatible?
- Films are one of my biggest sources of inspiration. I’ve logged 422 so far, yet my watchlist only gets longer.
- Music sets the tone for my work. Put me in Central Park with headphones and suddenly I’m a noir detective in the 1950s.
- My Leica.
McCann New York - Freelance Art Director
April 2025 - Present
Freelance Designer
February 2025 - Present
FCB New York - Art Director Intern
June 2024 - August 2024
McCann New York - Art Director Intern
June 2023 - July 2023
4A’s MAIP Fellow
June 2023 - July 2023
Merit: One Club Young Ones
Shortlist: One Club Young Ones
School of Visual Arts - BFA Advertising
September 2021 - May 2024
Silas H. Rhodes Scholarship
Jerry Ashkinos Scholarship
Let’s chat!
📩 Email me : yeonjlee1@gmail.com
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