Yuewen J.
About Yuewen J.
Yuewen J. is a Line Producer and Senior Manager in Production Management at Sesame Workshop, where they have worked since 2021. They have a diverse background in animation and instructional design, with previous roles at MTV Networks, Teachers College, Columbia University, and Walt Disney World.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Yuewen J. has been employed at Sesame Workshop since 2021, currently serving as Line Producer, Animation/Senior Manager, Production Management. Prior to this role, Yuewen worked in various capacities at Sesame Workshop, including Production Manager/Instructional Design Manager for Animation Services from 2018 to 2020, and Instructional Designer from 2013 to 2015. During their tenure, Yuewen supervised the creation of 16 video game animations for The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 and managed the production of 13 Ahlan Simsim Arabic animated eBooks. Additionally, Yuewen produced 20 COVID-related animation shorts while working remotely.
Education and Expertise
Yuewen J. holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Instructional Technology and Media from Teachers College, Columbia University, where they studied from 2011 to 2013. They also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Law from the Communication University of China, completing their studies from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, Yuewen has a Minor in Arts and Cultural Management from the same university, achieved from 2009 to 2010. This educational background supports their expertise in production management and instructional design within the animation industry.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Yuewen J. gained diverse experience through various internships and positions. They worked as a Digital Media Services Intern at MTV Networks in 2012 and as an International Orientation Intern at Teachers College, Columbia University during the same year. Additionally, Yuewen served as a Graduate Assistant at Teachers College from 2012 to 2013 and held internships at Blue Ocean Network and Kino Lorber, Incorporated. Yuewen also participated in the Walt Disney World International College Program in 2009.
Creative Projects and Initiatives
Yuewen J. has been involved in multiple creative projects throughout their career. They are the creator, producer, and host of the educational radio show Study Abroad ING, which has been running since 2012. In their role at Sesame Workshop, Yuewen has managed the production of animated content, including the development of COVID-related animation shorts and Arabic animated eBooks. Their work reflects a commitment to educational media and innovative instructional design.