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Hi, I’m Anna Huang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and character designer based in Los Angeles. I specialize in concept art, background design, and promotional visuals for animation and digital media, working with studios and creators to bring stories to life. I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, and art directors to craft expressive characters and immersive worlds. I’m passionate about teaching and sharing skills as an art instructor, and I love tackling tight production schedules with polished, high-quality artwork. When I’m not drawing, I mentor students and contribute to community projects to inspire the next generation of artists.…Hi, I’m Anna Huang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and character designer based in Los Angeles. I specialize in concept art, background design, and promotional visuals for animation and digital media, working with studios and creators to bring stories to life. I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, and art directors to craft expressive characters and immersive worlds. I’m passionate about teaching and sharing skills as an art instructor, and I love tackling tight production schedules with polished, high-quality artwork. When I’m not drawing, I mentor students and contribute to community projects to inspire the next generation of artists.

Anna Huang

Illustrator, Character Designer, Graphic Designer, +3

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Hi, I’m Anna Huang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and character designer based in Los Angeles. I specialize in concept art, background design, and promotional visuals for animation and digital media, working with studios and creators to bring stories to life. I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, and art directors to craft expressive characters and immersive worlds. I’m passionate about teaching and sharing skills as an art instructor, and I love tackling tight production schedules with polished, high-quality artwork. When I’m not drawing, I mentor students and contribute to community projects to inspire the next generation of artists.…Hi, I’m Anna Huang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and character designer based in Los Angeles. I specialize in concept art, background design, and promotional visuals for animation and digital media, working with studios and creators to bring stories to life. I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, and art directors to craft expressive characters and immersive worlds. I’m passionate about teaching and sharing skills as an art instructor, and I love tackling tight production schedules with polished, high-quality artwork. When I’m not drawing, I mentor students and contribute to community projects to inspire the next generation of artists.

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Hi, I’m Anna Huang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and character designer based in Los Angeles. I specialize in concept art, background design, and promotional visuals for animation and digital media, working with studios and creators to bring stories to life. I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, and art directors to craft expressive characters and immersive worlds.

I’m passionate about teaching and sharing skills as an art instructor, and I love tackling tight production schedules with polished, high-quality artwork. When I’m not drawing, I mentor students and contribute to community projects to inspire the next generation of artists.

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Work Experience

Patient Coordinator at Alice Teng, DDS

June 20, 2014 - June 20, 2014

Scheduled and managed patient appointments, optimizing workflow and minimizing wait times. Verified insurance coverage and processed claims to ensure accurate billing and patient eligibility. Served as the primary point of contact for patients, addressing inquiries and providing customer service. Maintained accurate patient records and coordinated communication between patients, dental staff, and insurance providers.

Webtoon Artist Assistant at Webtoon

September 20, 2018 - September 20, 2018

Collaborated closely with the lead artist and creative team to create intricate concept art for characters, props, colors, and backgrounds, ensuring alignment with Webtoon’s narrative and visual style.

Character Designer at Nickelodeon Animation Studio

August 20, 2015 - August 20, 2015

Collaborated with the Art Director to design a diverse cast for the Nickelodeon animated series, ensuring that each character exhibited unique traits and visual appeal.

Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Tapas Entertainment

December 20, 2024 - December 20, 2024

Illustrated the official promotional poster for the Tapas 2024 Writing Contest, capturing the theme and tone of the event for marketing and outreach. Delivered polished, full-color illustrations after multiple rounds of critique and revision, ensuring alignment with platform standards and genre expectations. Designed and illustrated book covers and custom title fonts for Tapas Novels, including Fatal Moon: Demon Idols, The Wrong Twin, Christmas with My Brother’s BFF, and I Want to Kiss You in Public. Collaborated with writers and editors to develop artwork from briefs, ensuring clear communication and timely, engaging cover designs.

Webtoon Artist Lead (Head & Facial Expressions) at Webtoon Ltd.

July 20, 2024 - November 12, 2025

Lead head and facial expression artist for Webtoon’s original series, creating expressive, varied character visuals and contributing to the overall storytelling and character performance.

Art Instructor at Ming Creative Studios & Art Academy

October 20, 2018 - November 12, 2025

Deliver comprehensive instruction in digital art, traditional art, illustration, and concept design to diverse groups of students, including beginners, advanced learners, and college prep students. Develop and implement dynamic lesson plans tailored to different learning styles, encouraging creativity and skill development. Conduct insightful class critiques to provide constructive feedback and foster artistic growth, accommodating different personalities and art styles. Use innovative teaching methods to engage students in class and remote learning environments, adapting strategies to meet individual needs effectively.

Lead Head and Facial Expression Artist at Naver Webtoon Ltd.

July 20, 2024 - Present

Lead head and facial expression artist for Webtoon’s original series, ensuring stylistic consistency with established character designs. Illustrated characters across a range of angles and emotions to enhance storytelling and reader engagement. Created detailed drafts and polished inked artwork, maintaining high-quality standards and production schedules. Collaborated closely with the main artist and production team to align on creative vision and meet episode deadlines.

Background Artist at Tapas Entertainment

June 20, 2019 - December 20, 2019

Collaborated with the creative team to design backgrounds for the promotional animated trailer of the novel 'Rule of Fire.' Translated storyboard concepts into detailed background designs, emphasizing color and style consistency with original concepts. Adapted background styles and colors to maintain visual coherence and enhance storytelling impact. Demonstrated efficient work practices to meet tight deadlines while delivering high-quality work. Created backgrounds exclusively for the animated trailer, contributing to its visual and promotional success.

Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Level-5 Abbey

June 20, 2019 - December 20, 2019

Developed captivating cover art designs for the Yo-Kai Watch app on iOS and Android, aligning closely with brand aesthetics and user preferences to enhance visual appeal and market presence. Led the creative direction for Professor Layton’s app cover art and illustrations, contributing to increased app downloads and user engagement through visually compelling designs. Integrated current design trends and techniques to deliver impactful visuals. Demonstrated efficient work practices to meet deadlines and maintain quality.

Character Designer at Nickelodeon Animation Studio

July 20, 2014 - August 20, 2015

Collaborated with the Art Director to design a diverse cast for the acclaimed Nick Jr. animated series Shimmer and Shine, ensuring each character exhibited unique traits and visual appeal. Adapted and refined existing character designs by creating new facial expressions and poses, adding versatility to the characters, and expanding their potential in various storylines. Translated storyboard concepts into expressive facial expressions and body gestures, enhancing their emotional range and preparing the characters for 3D modeling.

Animator at Nickelodeon Games Group

June 20, 2012 - September 20, 2012

Collaborated with the Art Director to design and finalize Neopets characters, enriching the game's roster. Animated characters using Illustrator, bringing them to life for gameplay experiences. Created captivating illustrations for promotional materials, boosting game's visibility and attracting new players. Designed UI/UX assets for Neopets to ensure a seamless and visually engaging user experience.

Patient Coordinator at Alice Tseng, DDS

October 20, 2008 - June 20, 2014

Scheduled and managed patient appointments, optimizing workflow and minimizing wait times. Verified insurance coverage and processed claims to ensure accurate billing and patient eligibility. Served as the primary point of contact for patients, addressing inquiries and providing excellent customer service. Maintained accurate patient records and coordinated communication between patients, dental staff, and insurance providers.

Webtoon Artist Assistant at Webtoon

September 20, 2015 - September 20, 2018

Collaborated closely with the lead artist and creative team to create intricate concept art for characters, props, colors, and backgrounds, ensuring alignment with Webtoon's narrative and visual style. Skillfully translated scripts into dynamic storyboards that effectively conveyed emotions and pacing. Utilized 3D programs to construct realistic backgrounds, streamlining the creation process and ensuring visual accuracy. Worked with editors to incorporate feedback, maintain consistency and coherence throughout the Webtoon's artwork.