Favorite Typeface: Futura PT
Favorite Software: Adobe Illustrator
Dream Job: Freelance Designer
Yiwei Song is a graphic designer influenced by East Asian culture, blending minimalist aesthetics with thoughtful color matching. She lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and baby daughter. Outside of design, she enjoys hiking, camping, and crafting jewelry. Yiwei owns a small jewelry business, where she applies her design sensibilities to branding and product presentation. In 2024, she interned at the Texas Department of Agriculture, gaining valuable experience in marketing strategy and design. After graduation, she plans to pursue a career as a freelance designer while continuing to grow her small business.
You can view her portfolio at yiweisong.art/.
Shifting Gears: AI’s Impact on Job Displacement
AI and Job Displacement is a growing concern as automation and AI replace human labor in industries like manufacturing, customer service, and transportation. While AI improves efficiency, it threatens traditional jobs, leading to fears of widespread unemployment and income inequality. This shift raises important questions about the future of work and the need for reskilling and workforce adaptation. Addressing these challenges is crucial to ensuring that the benefits of AI are shared equitably across society.