Hongjin Chen(II)

The artist Hongjin Chen is a film director and screenwriter from China. She graduated from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Majored in film production and directing, and other art fields involved include photography, painting, sculpture, fiber, and art therapy. Most of her works are presented in different ways to reflect various social issues. She believes that every artwork needs to be thought-provoking, not just for making art. She worked as a special overseas reporter for Wuhan TV Station to complete the production of a program and gain 2 million viewings. During her undergraduate study, Hongjin worked with the Chinese Embassy in Chicago many times as a program director, completing program shooting and post-editing work. The self-written and self-directed short film "Goodbye" shot by her sophomore year won the Hollywood Gold Awards, 2021 International World Film Gold Award. The short film "persona" she directed won the Best First Time director (Short) in Log Angeles Film Award. Honorable Mention: Cinematography in Log Angeles Film Award. Best Cinematography in Oniros Film Awards® - New York.