Lisa Yuan
About Lisa Yuan
Lisa Yuan serves as the Media Team Lead at the National Institutes of Health, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in media and public health roles, including previous positions at NIH and various media companies.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Lisa Yuan serves as the Media Team Lead at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees media strategies and initiatives that enhance the visibility of NIH's research and public health efforts. Her leadership contributes to effective communication between the organization and the public, ensuring that critical health information reaches diverse audiences.
Previous Experience at National Institutes of Health
Prior to her current role, Lisa Yuan worked at the NIH in various capacities. She served as the Acting Media Team Lead from 2022 to 2023, where she temporarily led the media team. From 2017 to 2022, she was a Press Officer and Public Health Analyst, focusing on public health communication. Additionally, she was a Presidential Management Fellow from 2017 to 2019, gaining valuable experience in public health policy and management.
Early Career in Media and Production
Lisa Yuan began her career in media and production, working as an Online Content Coordinator and Senior Production Artist at Terry Hines & Associates from 2005 to 2011. She then transitioned to Novus Media Inc. as a Production Manager from 2011 to 2013. Her experience in these roles provided her with a strong foundation in content creation and media management.
Educational Background
Lisa Yuan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she studied from 1988 to 1991. She later earned a Master’s Degree in Assistive Technology and Human Services from California State University, Northridge, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014. Her educational background supports her expertise in public health and communication.
Additional Experience in Creative Management
In addition to her roles at NIH, Lisa Yuan worked as a Creative Manager at Hot Rod Creative, LLC from 2014 to 2015. This position allowed her to further develop her skills in creative direction and project management within the media landscape.