Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Wanting Zhang

Long Island City,NY

Summary

I'm Wanting Zhang, I'm an animator, illustrator, and concept artist from Shanghai, China, currently senior, studying in School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York. Offering creative mindset and passion for animation, with strong desire to learn and develop within this field. Brings understanding of animation principles and proficiency in tools like Photoshop, Toon Boom Harmony, Clip Studio Paint. Ready to use and develop skills in 2D animation to excel in BG layout Artist/ Animation Artist/ Layout artist role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LOCATION DESIGN ARTIST

School of Visual Arts
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Create location designs based on the script and information given by the director

BG LAYOUT ARTIST

School of Visual Arts
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Create BG layouts for the story based on the storyboard
  • Complete line work of the background.
  • Assisted in maintaining a consistent look in the film by developing style guides.

Orientation Leader

School of Visual Arts
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced student orientation experience by organizing interactive activities and icebreakers.
  • Ensured student success by providing resources, guidance, and support throughout the orientation process.
  • Developed strong connections with students through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills by fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among new students.

Leadership& Investment Program Participant

CITI Bank Project
07.2023 - 07.2023

• Led a cross-functional team to develop a product and create an investment strategy.
• Conducted market research and financial analysis to support investment decisions.
• Presented business proposals and investment plans to mentors and industry professionals.

ANIMATIC TIGHT DOWN FOR ELF ACADEMY: 7TH CLASS - HONKAI IMPACT 3RD

Mihoyo
05.2021 - 06.2021
  • Tighten down the animatics given by the storyboard artist
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS - ANIMATION, DIGITAL ART

School of Visual Arts
05-2025

Skills

  • Photoshop Portrait retouching
  • Visual storytelling
  • Digital illustration
  • Photo editing
  • Toonboom Harmony &Storyboard Pro
  • Clip Studio Paint
  • Etching

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of School of Visual Arts in the development of Short film: Beyond the mist as a role of animator, BG layout Artist, BG design Artist and Props design Artist.

Certification

Young Successor Program 2023 Certificate

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Japanese

Timeline

LOCATION DESIGN ARTIST

School of Visual Arts
09.2023 - 12.2023

BG LAYOUT ARTIST

School of Visual Arts
09.2023 - 12.2023

Orientation Leader

School of Visual Arts
08.2023 - 09.2023

Leadership& Investment Program Participant

CITI Bank Project
07.2023 - 07.2023

ANIMATIC TIGHT DOWN FOR ELF ACADEMY: 7TH CLASS - HONKAI IMPACT 3RD

Mihoyo
05.2021 - 06.2021

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS - ANIMATION, DIGITAL ART

School of Visual Arts
Wanting Zhang