Faces of NPR, AAPI Heritage Month: Wanyu Zhang
Faces Of NPR showcases the people behind NPR--from the voices you hear every day on the radio to the ones who work outside of the recording studio. You'll find out about what they do and what they're inspired by on the daily. This month, we feature NPR's Asian American and Pacific Islander community. Next up is Wanyu Zhang.
The Basics:
Name: Wanyu Zhang, 张菀钰
Title: Brand Director, Marketing & Audience Growth
Instagram Handle: @wanyuohyeah
What influenced your decision to work at NPR? How has your journey been?
It all began back in 2015 when I made the decision after I graduated from Indiana University Bloomington to move to Washington DC, solely drawn to the allure of this captivating city. Guided by my talented boyfriend, Matailong Du, he discovered a neighborhood called NoMa and made it our new home. After the 12-hour drive, my eyes were captivated by a grand blue glass building adorned with a colossal sign that read "NPR," standing tall right next to my new apartment. It was love at first sight, my initial encounter with NPR.
Driven by my curiosity, I eagerly signed up for a public tour of this magnificent structure that neighbored my own. At that time, I had little knowledge of public radio, and I had never even listened to NPR programs. Yet, I was utterly infatuated with the radiant elegance of the building and the warmth exuded by the friendly faces I met during the tour. Although I had missed the deadline for a summer internship application, I was determined to be
