🍒 Hi, I’m Kayla Ma!

🗽 Born and raised in China, exchanged in Paris, and became a half New Yorker since my undergrad.

🌐 A global citizen. Fluent in English and Mandarin, with intermediate in French.

🎓 I’m currently pursuing a master degree in Integrated Marketing at New York University, building upon my previous undergraduate major in Media, Culture, and Communication (MCC) and Journalism at NYU.

🧠 Currently, I’m contributing to groundbreaking work at NYU LANGONE Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation Research as a Media Designer. In this role, I leverage my expertise in health journalism and multimedia design to create consumer-facing materials for patients, care partners, and healthcare practitioners.

📰 My previous experience at CHINA DAILY USA as a Print and Multimedia Journalist equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of US-China relations. At OGILVY, I served as a Marketing Associate, conducting research and identifying target customers, developing effective marketing strategies and execute media planning. My earlier roles include industries such as broadcasting journalism, finance, and banking.

🔍 I possess a versatile skill set in Microsoft Office, G Suites, Adobe Suites, Canva, Graphic Design, Web Design, Audio and multimedia reporting, Analytics and many more. My current involvement as the Head of Creative at NYU Integrated Marketing Association showcases my leadership skills in overseeing creative productions for various platforms.

🎨 I dive into these realms with curiosity and enthusiasm, seeking inspiration and forging connections between creativity and everyday life.

📝 Media and Journalism: Crafting compelling stories and content

📈 Marketing and Branding: Developing effective strategies and campaigns

🎬 Multimedia Production: Bringing ideas to life through visuals and design