Damien Paul Dong (he/they) is a Boston-based, Asian-American artist who, after nearly two decades of developing parallel careers in technology and the arts, pivoted to explore the intersection of the two. As a creative technologist and experience designer, Damien builds immersive and interactive art installations by incorporating emerging, technology-forward mediums into his pieces. His work has been featured throughout the Northeast at arts festivals, concert stages, museums, community events, and in permanent architectural installations.

Before working for himself, Damien helped organizations reach their full potential through process and technology transformation. By day, he advised Fortune 500 clients as a technology consultant at Deloitte and managed technology projects for Germany-based Merck KGaA. By night, he worked in Boston’s arts and entertainment industry, as an event producer, DJ, stage designer, talent buyer, and venue developer. His work after dark earned the attention of local media including Boston 25 News, the Boston Globe, and the Boston Herald with the critical acclaim of a “Best of Boston” award from Boston Magazine and a “Top 100 Clubs” award by DJ Mag. ​

Damien volunteered as Co-Chair of the Board of Directors of Artisans Asylum, a non-profit community maker space that provides an inclusive refuge for artists from all walks of life to learn, to make, and to teach. He recently stepped down from the Board to serve as the organization’s Interim Executive Director for a six-month engagement and remains involved with the organization as a volunteer advisor.