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Grace Kim

Fullerton,CA

Summary

Concept Artist highly passionate about art, technology and the creative processes involved in video game creation with 3 years of experience in the gaming industry and pre-production. Looking to bring further success to an organization through sharp illustration and concept image skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Concept Artist

GreenPark Sports
04.2021 - 05.2024
  • Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints.
  • Developed art and design concepts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Character Designer/Concept Artist

Blizzard Entertainment
06.2021 - 03.2024
  • Generated detailed specs of final character designs.
  • Suggested styling techniques to production team.
  • Researched current and emerging art and graphic design styles.
  • Monitored production schedules while adhering to assigned deadlines.
  • Created aesthetically-pleasing character designs that complemented the game concept.
  • Adapted to specific visual styles common in game production.
  • Worked with art director to establish visual targets.
  • Modified and optimized characters based on subject matter expert feedback, animation specifications and technical constraints.
  • Partnered with engineers and technical artists to define and improve animation process.
  • Identified concepts and created sketches for paintings, sculptures and illustrations.
  • Helped artwork meet standards of quality and accuracy.
  • Produced sketches and drafts to refine artwork before completion.
  • Developed art and design concepts.
  • Collaborated with the art director to implement artistic vision.
  • Learned new software packages in addition to traditional art methods.

Education

Associate of Arts - Art

Art Center College of Design
Pasadena

Art

Brainstorm School
Glendale

Skills

  • Visual communication expertise
  • Superior time management
  • 2D design
  • Specialty in games development
  • Complex problem solver
  • Team player
  • Accepts direction
  • Fast learner
  • Drawing and Sketching
  • Digital Illustration
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Color Selection
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Attention to Detail
  • Sketching and Modeling

Timeline

Character Designer/Concept Artist

Blizzard Entertainment
06.2021 - 03.2024

Freelance Concept Artist

GreenPark Sports
04.2021 - 05.2024

Associate of Arts - Art

Art Center College of Design

Art

Brainstorm School
Grace Kim