Ix Shen has had an impressive career spanning across different fields. After serving his national service in 1992, he began his career as a photojournalist with Singapore Press Holdings, capturing stunning visuals that told stories from Singapore and around the world. He debuted as an actor in 1995 and led numerous key productions that showcased his versatility and range. He switched gears in 2008 to pursue his passion for screenplay writing and found success as a screenwriter, leading to him being 1st Assistant Director on major movie productions in China until the pandemic struck.