I'm a visual designer who specializes in illustration, animation and editorial design.
I currently work at The Markup, where I create and commission images for their stories.
I'm also the editorial design lead for Get Current Studio, where I help out ethnic media publishers improve their web design and visual branding.
For freelance inquiries, or just to say hello, you can reach me at gabehong@gmail.com.
Awards
- 2023 Society for News Design Award of Excellence, Use of In-house Editorial Illustration: How Your Attention Is Auctioned Off to Advertisers
- 2023 Society for News Design Award of Excellence, Line of Coverage: Investigative or Public Service: Accidental Spies: Amazon Ring Owners May Be Unknowingly Emailing Police
- 2023 Society for News Design Award of Excellence, Portfolio: Social media: How to Read a Privacy Policy
- 2021 Society for News Design Award of Excellence, Use of In-house Editorial Illustration: Facebook Isn’t Telling You How Popular Right-Wing Content Is on the Platform
- 2021 Gerald Loeb Award, Audio: American Rehab
- 2019 Edward R. Murrow Award, Excellence in Social Media: Kept Out