Vivian Truong
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Previously at
Canva + Stan
Based in
Sydney, Australia
Status
Open to work
Product designer interested in online communities and emerging technology, especially products that help people learn or feel part of something.
Helped design and improve Canva’s Design School to make design education more accessible for all users.
Canva, Dec 2024
🏆 Internship
Co-designed a digital solution exploring post-party blues, turning big feelings into an empathetic lifestyle app that actually vibes.
University Studio, July 2023
🏆 First in Cohort
Designed playful mushroom-shaped bins to spark joy, boost safety, and promote sustainability
University Studio, June 2023
Explored food as love in Chinese families through interviews and pop-up research, uncovering unspoken care and identity.
University Studio, May 2024
🎓 Research
Worked across all platforms at Stan to deliver seamless product experiences, including for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Stan, Dec 2023
Reimagined Jira as a personal, visual tree interface to simplify task management and boost team clarity.
SUEDE Hackathon, Sep 2023
🎮 Competition
Led Sydney University's largest design society, organising industry events, mentorship programs, and workshops for 450+ students. Focused on creating a collaborative space for aspiring designers to learn, grow, and connect with industry leaders.
SUEDE
2024
Shortlisted to present my capstone project to an open jury from Macquarie Group, Atlassian, and EY, recognising innovation and excellence in product design.
USYD Architecture, Design & Planning Faculty
Nov, 2024
Recognised for academic excellence, ranking among the top students in my degree for the 2023 academic year. Awarded the Dean’s Merit Scholarship for outstanding performance in design and innovation.
2023
Selected as one of 37 scholars from a record-breaking 334 applications nationwide. Recognised for my leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to strengthening ties between Australia and Asia through design and technology.
Westpac
Feb, 2025
