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Wendy Yu

Independent Contractor • Dance + Systems + Design

Making Movement Visible, Beautiful, and Alive

I'm an Independent contractor specializing in motion-based installations for cultural organizations, festivals, and commercial brands.

Turning physical motion into living visuals that connect art, technology, and emotion.

⭐ Year-long installation at Art Gallery of NSW

SC2025 Supercomputing Conference (est. 13,000+ attendees)

International presentations: Boston • Cincinnati • Wroclaw • Sydney

TRUSTED BY LEADING INSTITUTIONS

Four Ways We Can Work Together

From festivals to R&D labs—I work across four distinct domains, each requiring specialized expertise in AV content design.

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PERFORMING ARTS

Theatrical design + dance visualization

Designing AV content and interactive systems for theatrical productions, dance performances, and gallery exhibitions where the challenge is making artistic vision accessible while preserving creative integrity.

Core capabilities:

  • Motion capture + data visualization
  • Real-time responsive systems
  • Interactive projection mapping
  • Biometric integration

RECENT WORK: Acts of Holding Dance (international tour), AGNSW Installation (year-long 2025-2026)

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BRAND COLLABORATIONS

Corporate experiences + commercial campaigns

Designing immersive brand experiences and corporate event installations where the goal is authentic audience connection rather than just visual spectacle. Working as embedded contractor or project-based.

Core capabilities:

  • Commercial 3D content production
  • Corporate event installations
  • Interactive brand experiences
  • Live event visualization

RECENT WORK: Arcitecta Supercomputing (SC23/SC24/SC25), Adidas James Harden Vol 6 Launch (2022)

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RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

Proof-of-concept + innovation consulting

Developing proof-of-concept prototypes and research-through-design methodologies for organizations exploring movement analysis, embodied knowledge systems, or creative technology applications.

Core capabilities:

  • AI-powered movement analysis
  • Interactive prototype development
  • Practice-based research methodology
  • Knowledge visualization systems

ONGOING WORK: Make Dance Comprehensible framework, AI Movement Analysis Prototypes

How We Work Together

Clear process from discovery to delivery—no matter which domain

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DISCOVERY CALL (30 minutes, free)

Quick conversation about your project needs, timeline, and budget. I'll share relevant case studies from the appropriate domain and assess if we're a good fit.

Which domain?
→ Public Entertainment | Performing Arts | Brand | R&D

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CUSTOM PROPOSAL (48 hours)

Detailed scope document with deliverables, timeline, methodology, and fee structure. No generic templates—every proposal is project-specific and domain-appropriate.

Contract types available:
→ Project-based (4-12 weeks)
→ Embedded contractor (3-6 months)
→ Research partnership (ongoing)

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SYSTEMATIC EXECUTION

Regular progress updates, documented decision-making, and systematic iteration. You get transparency and flexibility throughout the process.

Delivery includes:
→ Final deliverables + technical documentation
→ Asset handover + knowledge transfer
→ 2-week post-delivery support window

Why Work With Me

RESEARCH-BACKED DESIGN

Independent research into making movement comprehensible informs every project. Your content communicates clearly, not just visually.

SYSTEMATIC APPROACH

Proven methodology validated through 18,000+ attendee reach at international conferences and year-long institutional installations.

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COMPLETE DOCUMENTATION

Every project includes technical documentation, asset handover, and knowledge transfer—ensuring you can maintain and build on the work.

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INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Multi-venue touring exhibitions across continents (Boston, Cincinnati, Sydney). Proven ability to adapt to diverse cultural contexts.

What Clients Say

"Wendy delivered exactly what we needed—technically flawless, visually stunning, and perfectly calibrated to the space. Her systematic approach meant we never worried about the technical execution."

Arcitecta Project Lead

Supercomputing Conference Installation

"The installation had visitors staying 3x longer than typical exhibitions. Her systematic approach meant we hit every deadline while exceeding our artistic vision."

Festival Curator

Public Arts Festival

"Working with Wendy felt like gaining a creative partner who understood both technical constraints and artistic ambitions."

Performing Arts Director

Dance Visualization Project

"Her research-backed approach to making complex movement comprehensible transformed how our audience engaged with the work."

Gallery Director

Interactive Exhibition

Frequently Asked Questions

PUBLIC ENTERTAINMENT: Festivals, public spaces, cultural institutions needing large-scale projection mapping and installations.

PERFORMING ARTS: Theatrical productions, dance performances, gallery exhibitions needing interactive AV systems.

BRAND COLLABORATIONS: Corporate events, commercial campaigns, brand experiences needing immersive installations.

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT: Academic partners, tech R&D teams, innovation labs needing proof-of-concept prototypes.

Ideal projects: 4+ weeks duration, defined budgets, clear deliverables.

Currently booking for Q4 2025/Q1 2026. Small projects (4-6 weeks) need 2 weeks notice. Medium projects (8-12 weeks) need 4 weeks notice. Large projects (3-6 months) need 8 weeks notice.

Both. I handle remote content production worldwide and travel for on-site installations. Currently based in Germany with Australian nationality. Available for international projects across Australia, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America.

Concept development, technical production, project management, documentation, and 2-week post-delivery support. Hardware rental, travel/accommodation, and third-party software licenses are billed separately or client-provided.

Ready to Create Something Extraordinary?

I'm currently booking AV content design contracts for Q4 2025/Q1 2026.

Whether you need projection mapping for festivals, dance visualization for performances, brand experiences for corporate events, or proof-of-concept prototypes—let's discuss how research-backed design can make your project more engaging and effective.

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