Ryan James Chia
Ryan James Chia
I am a fast learner with a strong curiosity for understanding systems and optimising processes. As a proactive problem-solver, I strive to find simple and effective solutions that save time, improve productivity, and create smoother experience. With a passion for user-centric design, I enjoy enhancing workflows and making interactions more intuitive. As a recent diploma graduate, I am actively seeking work experience that will allow me to contribute to a team while continuing to grow my skills in design, communication and beyond. I bring a strong work ethic, a willingness to adapt, and a genuine enthusiasm to take on new challenges.
Description: A sustainable floating farm system inspired by solar stills to reduce water and energy consumption while maintaining aesthetics.
Skills: Concept Development, Sustainability Design, Visual Storytelling, 3D Modelling, AI Image Generation
Date: Aug 2025
Details: Designed a theoretical floating farm model that collects freshwater through solar distillation, optimizing energy use and resource cycles while still ensuring visually appealing layouts for community adoption. This system will potentially improve Singapore's food security and land scarcity by allowing the growing of plants over water bodies
Description: Designed and prototyped a mechanical claw using hydraulics and 3D printing.
Skills: CAD, Prototyping, Mechanical Design, 3D Printing
Date: Jan 2023
Details: Developed a hydraulic claw mechanism to overcome mechanical tangling issues. Printed as a single part with precise tolerances, enabling smoother control and user-driven interaction.
Description: Created watertight 3D models and photorealistic renders of physical products.
Skills: Rhinoceros 7, SolidWorks, KeyShot, 3D Modelling
Date: Jun 2021
Details: Measured and modelled physical products into accurate CAD assemblies, applied materials and lighting in KeyShot, and produced high-quality visuals to communicate design intent and manufacturability.
Description: Explored how design systems create consistency in layouts and themes.
Skills: Design Systems, Layout Grids, UI Consistency
Date: Jun 2025
Details: Studied Kinokuniya’s system of layouts and visuals to understand how consistent patterns improve usability and scalability across digital and physical experiences.
Description: Improved navigation, product search, and UI hierarchy for the Gain City app.
Skills: Wireframing, Prototyping, UI Heuristic Evaluation, Figma
Date: Apr 2025
Details: Led design refinements with category carousels, stronger contrasts, and simplified layouts. Built a consistent style guide to enhance clarity and accessibility.
Description: Proposed features to integrate neighbourliness into the LifeSG app.
Skills: Service Design, UI/UX Strategy, Community Design
Date: Oct 2024
Details: Designed interaction flows that connect neighbours via shared interests and events, strengthening community bonds through digital touchpoints.
Description: Designed and coded this website portfolio using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Skills: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, UI/UX Implementation, Responsive Design
Date: Sep 2025
Details: Experimented with tabs, cards, and carousels to explore the most effective way to present my projects. Focused responsiveness, interaction deisgn and information architechture of the site.
Description: Currently developing a professional website for a physiotherapy practice.
Skills: Web Design, SEO, Responsive Layouts, Client Collaboration
Date:In Progress
Details: Working on an information-rich yet approachable site for a physiotherapist. Exploring different structures for service listings, booking flows, and patient education sections. Balancing professional branding with clear, easy-to-navigate layouts.
Description: Led and organized large-scale cohesion and wellness activities for 120+ personnel.
Skills: Event Planning, Leadership, Coordination
Date: May 2024 – July 2025
Details: Directed a team of NSFs to execute events such as sports days, wellness walks, and scavenger hunts that boosted morale and built camaraderie.
Description: Organized a wellness walk and scavenger hunt for over 100 personnel.
Skills: Event Design, Team Management, Engagement Strategy
Date: Nov 2024
Details: Conducted a guided walk through heritage gardens, combining health activities with interactive challenges to encourage teamwork and cultural appreciation.
Description: Created short-form educational videos promoting safe driving habits.
Skills: Content Strategy, Motion Graphics, Video Editing
Date:May 2025 - Present
Details: Storyboarded, scripted, and produced engaging videos with graphics and diagrams. Built a following focused on road safety awareness and responsible driving.
Description: Designed infographics and visuals to communicate event details effectively.
Skills: Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Adobe Illustrator
Date:May 2024 – July 2025
Details: Produced clear, engaging infographics for NSF events, simplifying schedules and rules to maximize participation and understanding.
Description: Developed diagrams and motion graphics to simplify road safety education.
Skills: Infographic Design, Animation, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator
Date:May 2025 - Present
Details: Created supporting visuals for short-form content, ensuring clarity and retention of safety messages through design storytelling.
Description: Created Marketing materials for Elizabeth Arden's product launch
Skills: Graphic Design, Marketing, Canva
Date: October 2025
Details: Developed digital media for Elizabeth Arden's product launch on Hyaluronic Acids, including social media posts, EDMs, Mall TV Screens and in-store displays.
Description: Created Marketing materials for Elizabeth Arden's product launch
Skills: Graphic Design, Marketing, Canva
Date: October 2025
Details: Developed digital media for Elizabeth Arden's product launch on Hyaluronic Acids, including social media posts, EDMs, Mall TV Screens and in-store displays.