Yan Qiu holds a Master of Arts in Intercultural and International Communication from Royal Roads University in Canada. She has a solid academic foundation in intercultural communication, media studies, and cultural theory.
Currently, Yan applies her expertise as a Graphic Design Consultant, creating visual content for academic dissemination. In addition, she works as an AI Writing Expert, providing linguistic and cultural insights to help develop AI language models.
Yan utilizes social media to craft engaging narratives that foster audience connection and enhance brand visibility, using digital platforms as a tool for meaningful interaction and community building. Yan is also a member of the Certified Management Accountant Association, leveraging her knowledge in financial management and analysis to bring an interdisciplinary perspective to her academic and professional work.
Previously, as a research assistant at Royal Roads University, Yan worked on projects related to Chinese media history, literature, and industry practices, her research has been integrated into academic course materials.
Yan has travelled extensively, exploring numerous countries and cities, and immersing herself in diverse cultures, languages, and cuisines. These journeys have enriched her academic research and helped her develop a deeper understanding of how media and communication intersect with cultural identities.
Work for CID:
Yan Qiu has translated KC1: Intercultural Dialogue, KC5: Intercultural Communication, KC10: Cross-Cultural Dialogue, KC11: Intercultural Discourse and Communication, KC17: Multilingualism, KC19: Multiculturalism, KC22: Cultural Identity, KC25: Metacommunication, KC95: Transnational Media, KC99: Translanguaging, and KC100: Transcultural Communication into Simplified Chinese. Starting in 2024, she took on a role as the Center’s graphic design consultant, and has done the necessary work to revise the original designs for the French, German, and Italian translations of the CID Posters.
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