Diane Lee
Q What do you do?
“Hi! My name is Diane Lee and I’m an artist with talent in graphic design, music production, and writing. My current business is called Dollhouse Prints and it’s a greeting card brand which I launched earlier this year.”
I am also a full time college student studying Film and Media, and currently looking for opportunities to expand my creative network.
Q What steps did you take to get to where you are now?
I have always been a creative person since I was young. I attended an art school where I had intensive training in musical theater, graphic design, writing, production, and many more. When I moved to college, I knew I had to nurture my creative side even more so I turned to music and graphic design, which has enabled me to hone on my art skills.
Q How do you stand out in your field?
I aim to get as much art out there as possible. In terms of music, my original songs and arrangements are released on all streaming platforms. With graphic design, I launched my first greeting card business earlier in March. I really try to make as much art as possible and put it out for others to see!
Q What are you working on right now?
As of current, I am working specifically on reaching out to film and other creative companies since I will be graduating with a Film degree and possibly a minor in Entrepreneurship in December. I am networking with others on LinkedIn, applying to as many internships as possible, and laying out my future.
Q What’s your style?
I have a really good eye for aesthetics, colors, and all things visual. I love making things look pretty, buying things that look nice, and love to establish a certain look for myself through fashion. I tend to love bold, solid colors on me, such as plain black, white, or even a bright pink. Also, I am a huge fan of A24 movies and Wes Anderson's films.
Q Out of all your slashies, which one do you wish you could do more often?
Music industry
Q What is frustrating you right now?
As a soon to be college grad, I am most frustrated about landing a good job soon after graduation, but more specifically I am so stressed about not having my talents and potential recognized by other creatives in the industry.
Q If you could hire someone for $20/hour, what would you have them do to make your day easier?
I would probably have them type up a really amazing cover letter or multiple cover letters for me to send to companies.
Q What do you wish you could have told yourself, when, and why?
I feel like I spent most of my time worrying, ever since I was a child due to the immense cultural pressure put on me. Even today, I am worrying and I wish I told my younger self, maybe like my 15 year old self that I didn't have to be so worried about school, homework, college, all that stuff.
Q If you could talk to an expert to gain more insight on something, what would it be about?
I would love to talk to a musical theater orchestrator like Alan Menken or Alex Lacamoire and gain insight on how to be successful music composers in the industry and Disney more specifically.
Q What kind of opportunities/projects are you looking for?
I would really love to help people who are looking to build a simple website, get business cards, or people who need help with copywriting. I am very passionate about getting to know someone's vision and turning that into physical format. In terms of music, I am really wanting to get to know the industry better and gain hands on experience behind the business, production, and artist management.
Q Describe your ideal job/client/collaboration.
I would love to collaborate with a big magazine company like Vogue or Cosmopolitan and be in charge of the photography, design, and editing process.
Q What is your rate?
I find that a lot of people tend to overcharge for web design services or any other graphic design projects. I am willing to set my rates as low as possible with additional charges for faster turnout times and such. At the end, I aim to deliver a product that you are happy about.
Q How should someone approach you about working together?
itsdianelee@gmail.com- I would love to provide a brief detail of myself, what I am passionate about, and a friendly GIF :)
Q Who is a creative you admire?
@abyb3rg3r on instagram. She is a photographer and has a very specific vision of capturing humans.
Q Oh! and… how do you stay creative?
music, reading, poetry, movies...
This member profile was originally published in May 2023