Jackie Shijie Xing was raised in Beijing, where he lived for the first 18 years of his life. In 2023, he graduated from NYU with a degree in Film and Television. Jackie has established himself as a versatile director, showcasing his talents across various mediums, including award-winning narrative short films, TV mini-series, music videos, and commercials. His work has earned him recognition at prestigious global film festivals such as HollyShorts Film Festival, the International Short Film Festival Oberhausen, Cinequest Film Festival, Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival, and more. According to a MovieMaker article, he intends to continue working as a director and debut his feature film in the near future.