Happy Medium Studio is the creative home of Vickie Wang
— writer, interpreter, and stand-up comedian.

Born in Taiwan, based in Queens, Vickie works at the intersection of language, culture, and storytelling.

She interprets for diplomats and dissidents, writes for outlets like the New York Times, and produces comedy that makes the hyphenated experience feel a little more human.

Follow her on Instagram @vickiefromtaiwan, catch upcoming shows on Linktree, or read some of her writing on Substack.

happy medium

me·di·um
/ˈmēdēəm/

noun

an agency or means of doing something.
the intervening substance through which impressions are conveyed to the senses or a force acts on objects at a distance.

中庸

注音ㄓㄨㄥㄩㄥ
拼音 zhōng yōng

釋義

【名詞】儒家思想的核心概念之一。指不偏不倚、無過無不及的中正之道。強調因時制宜、恰到好處,非妥協或折衷,而是根據情境找到最適切的平衡點。

【名詞】《四書》之一,原為《禮記》中的一篇,相傳為孔子之孫子思所作。闡述中庸之德與天人合一之道。

【形容詞】平和適中、不走極端的狀態或態度。

【反義詞】極端、偏激、平庸。

writing & editing

Compelling content in Mandarin and English
From UX copy and marketing campaigns to op-eds and thought leadership pieces, I craft content that connects across cultures. Whether you need sharp headlines, long-form storytelling, or localization that feels native, I make sure your message connects with your audience as intended.

Translation & Interpretation

Connect with your audience, online and off

With 15+ years of experience, I translate and interpret between Mandarin and English for media, corporate, and nonprofit clients. From live events, interviews, film sets to high-stakes documents, I ensure your message lands with clarity, cultural nuance, and a hint of humor.

Corporate Training & Workshops

Learn to use your voice and take up space

I design and lead training in public speaking, stand-up comedy, and cross-cultural communication. Whether you’re preparing for a global pitch, navigating multilingual teams, or presenting onstage, I’ll help you connect with confidence and nuance.

Comedy & language Consulting

Seriously funny
As a stand-up comedian and show producer, I bring humor, timing, and originality to creative projects. I consult on comedy writing, live show production, subtitle and script translation, and Mandarin pronunciation and delivery, helping you engage audiences in fun, memorable ways.