DAVID YANG
Brooklyn, NY

A Taiwanese American designer, researcher, and artist devoted to crafting meaningful, joyful experiences that reveal the subtle ways people connect and communicate.

Contact
Instagram
Resume

Web Store — Spring 2025
01 HEY FISH
6 MONTHS — 12.15.2024


Photos provided by Happy Tuna. Photographer: SinYu Deng

ROLES:
DESIGN RESEARCHER
OPERATION MANAGER

CATEGORIES:
INSTALLATION / INTERACTION DESIGN
Hey Fish is an interactive experience by Happy Tuna, a NYC-based sushi brand, that merges a customer rewards program with a playful, gamified system. Designed to encourage social interaction and engagement, this innovative experience enhances in-store dining while building customer loyalty.

As a design researcher during the project's early stages, I conducted extensive research into creative restaurant membership systems and provided valuable feedback on early prototypes. My role involved brainstorming unique ideas and exploring existing solutions to help shape an engaging and practical experience for customers.

After the launch, I managed operations, ensuring the system was well-maintained and addressing any issues by coordinating with the appropriate team members. This role was crucial in maintaining a smooth and enjoyable experience for both customers and staff.

Check out the installation in person at Happy Tuna Grand Central Storefront: 380 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10168, United States




🙏 Special thanks to Yu-Ting Feng for her insightful feedback and support. Credit: 

MEMBER LIST

Client | Happy Tuna 
Project Manager | HK Han
Store Design | Ania Wagner
System Design | Aaron Parsekian
Interaction Design | Yu-Ting Feng
Creative Tech | Harry Chen
Design Researcher |  David Yang


Software & Media Production | Dear Deer Studio LLC

Creative Director | Yu-Ting Feng
Technical Project Manager | Harry Chen (JIC Media Group)
Media Producer  | Yu-Ting Feng, Yi-Chen Lin
Art Director | Min Liu, Baldur Helgason 
UX Content Writer | Yi-Chen Lin  
Motion Designer | Baldur Helgason, Zueia Lu 呂淑雅
UX/ UI Designer | Baldur Helgason  
UX Content Consultant  | Debra Everett-Lane
Operation Manager | David Yang

Software Production | Fugu Fish Creations

Special Thanks 
All the UX testers come to the Happy Tuna Store.