Justin Lau
Mr. Justin LAU is currently serving as Head of Screen Production and Research Centre at the School of Film and Television, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA).
He received his Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Creative Media from the City University of Hong Kong with scholarship from “Swire University Scholarship Fund”, his Master of Design (Strategic Design) from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s School of Design, and his Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Professional Vocational Education) from The Hong Kong Institute of Education. Justin is also a Professional Member (Lifetime) of Hong Kong Designers Association (MHKDA), Certified Professional of Autodesk 3ds Max Design, and a Registered Teacher under Hong Kong Education Ordinance.
Justin has established himself as a seasoned creative director, art director and freelancer. His expertise encompasses various domains of commercial design, including graphic design, branding, publishing, advertising, web and interaction, event and exhibition, and photography. Throughout his career, Justin has dedicated himself to the advancement of design education, focusing on creativity, studio practice, curriculum development, and the design of experiential learning activities.
Prior to joining HKAPA, Justin held academic positions in numerous tertiary education institutes, including the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, the College of Professional and Continuing Education at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, the Hong Kong Design Institute, the School of Continuing and Professional Studies at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Coventry University, the University of Sunderland, and Raffles Design Institute, among others.
Justin's dedication to community engagement and his innovative approach have earned him recognition through various incubation and innovation awards, underscoring his ability to merge creative talent with business insight. He has supervised numerous award-winning projects, including the HK4As Student Advertising Award, where he guided recipients to success with the Best of Show and Gold Award, as well as the Second-Class Award in Design at the 7th National College Student Art Exhibition and Performance, organized by the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China.
Currently, Justin is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, supported by a scholarship since 2023.