CHINA

Country Overview:

"A land of contrasts, where ancient traditions meet rapid modernization, and delectable cuisine coexists with complex political realities."

My seven-year journey in China, from May 2013 to August 2020, was a whirlwind of experiences. I taught English, pursued my Master's in Politics & Foreign Policy at the prestigious Tsinghua University, and immersed myself in the media landscape at China Today and Xinhua News Agency. Beijing was my home base, but my travels painted a vibrant tapestry of China's diverse landscapes and cultures: the bustling metropolis of Shanghai, the historic city of Xi'an, the tropical paradise of Sanya, the unique blend of East and West in Macau and Hong Kong, and countless other destinations in between. From savoring the exquisite flavors of regional cuisines to navigating the intricacies of daily life under a distinct political system, China left an indelible mark on me.


Degen Hill Degen Hill

Voice recording work for Baidu

“Start stop recording protocol burst mode.” Are you sure that’s what you want me to record? “Just say it”. I also couldn’t hear her from the recording booth, so she kept typing different ways for me to read the lines into the computer. “Slow, fast, you just woke up, you just finished running, you’re in a car…” So I look back at her with the response that most people would give “I’m in a car? Why would that affect how I speak?” To which she responded, “Just say it like you’re in a car”. Thanks for clarifying

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