Creative Director building AI-native creative systems that transform how ideas are imagined, made, and scaled.
👋 I’m Minjin Kang, a Creative Director working across creativity, AI, and emerging technology. I design creative systems that turn new capabilities into practical ways of working — from AI-powered workflows and tools to scalable visual systems and production models.
At Microsoft, I lead Creative AI initiatives focused on moving generative AI from experimentation into real creative practice. My work connects creative direction, systems thinking, and hands-on prototyping to build new ways for creative teams to work, create, and scale.
My broader experience spans Apple, Adobe, Airbnb, NVIDIA, and early-stage technology companies, where I’ve led 0→1 products and creative initiatives across design, motion, spatial interfaces, and interactive experiences.
Areas of Expertise
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Creative AI Systems
Building AI native tools, workflows, and frameworks that help creative teams move from experimentation to production.
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Visual & Brand Systems
Designing scalable visual languages and brand guardrails that keep creative output consistent across teams and formats.
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Emerging Technology Experiences
Creating interactive experiences across AI, spatial interfaces, real-time 3D, and immersive product storytelling.
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Creative Workflow Innovation
Turning experimental tools into practical workflows that teams can adopt, repeat, and scale.
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Cross-Functional Adoption
Partnering with design, product, engineering, and leadership teams to move new systems from prototype to everyday practice.
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Scalable Creative Production
Helping teams move faster without lowering the creative bar through reusable systems, clear guardrails, and production-ready frameworks.
Selected Works
Microsoft Creative AI Studio
Creative Direction | Creative AI Systems | Workflow Innovation
Spaceverse: Interactive Fashion Platform
System Design | Motion Strategy | Cross-Brand UI Logic
Balmain Sneaker Collection Launch
Story-driven UI | Real-Time Interaction | Physital Flow
AI-Powered Fashion Design Platform
First-Time User Flow | Motion-led UX | AI Interaction Framework
Adobe Substance 3D
Creative Direction | 3D Design | Innovative Digital Tools
Go Near Project, Airbnb
Creative Direction | 2D & 3D Design | Brand Storytelling
Virtual Human project - IMMA
Creative Direction | 2D & 3D Design | Innovative | Immersive
IF Design Award 2024
Creative Direction | 360° Campaign | Brand Storytelling
Merging 2D and 3D Design
Visual Storytelling | Innovative Digital Tools | 2D & 3D Design
Oppo Mobile - 3D wallpaper (Ray Tracing)
Creative Direction | Real-Time Rendering | Device-Aware Motion Behavior
Rosewood hotel group
Brand Storytelling | Immersive Experience | 2D & 3D Design
Hyundai department store
Brand Storytelling | Immersive Experience | 2D & 3D Design
Adobe Dimension - Product Engagment
3D Creation Flow | UX Simplification | Visual Tool Feedback Loops
Alllure magazine
Visual Storytelling | Immersive Experience | 2D & 3D Design
Tamara Mellon
Brand Storytelling | Immersive Experience | 2D & 3D Design
Vogue Singapore
Brand Storytelling | Immersive Experience | Innovative
Refy Beauty: Cohesive Retail & Digital Brand Experience
Retail & Digital experience | 360° Campaign | 2D & 3D
Adobe Make It 2024: AI Design Keynote
AI-Driven Design & Emerging Technologies
Taking Shape: Digital to Reality
Creative Direction | 2D & 3D Design | Innovative | Immersive
Apple iMac Performance Showcase
2D & 3D Design | Innovative Digital Tools
Virtual Shopping Experience
Real-Time Product Access | Multi-Brand UI Scalability | Interaction Consistency
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Recipient of the IF Design Award 2024 for excellence in design innovation. Recognized for leading the Noroo Paint ‘COVER ALL’ project, which merges creativity with visual impact to set new standards in 3D visual design.
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Public Vote Winner for Visualization of the Year in the Dezeen Awards 2021, recognized for setting new visual standards in design through creative and impactful 3D work.
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Calm, cool and Creative: MUE Studio showcases 3D scenes ‘In the NVIDIA Studio’
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MUE Studio’s beautiful visual ASMR
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Mue Studio’s Tranquil Artworks Make for the Perfect Place to Pause
Awards & Recognitions
Client list