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Aldi Abujan

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Available to hire

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Aldi Abujan
May 1, 2024 - Present
Freelance designer specializing in character, environment and prop design for animation, film, and games. Create original concepts, 2D layouts, and production-ready artwork. Collaborate with art directors and game designers to align with project vision and deliver final art for posters and social media.
Background Painter at Pipeline Studios
January 1, 2021 - September 22, 2025
Painted background environments for animated productions; collaborated with art directors to maintain visual style; contributed to concept development.
Concept Artist at Sleeping Giant
June 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025
Created concept art for various projects, including environments and characters; contributed to world-building and storytelling visuals.
2D Art Intern at OddBird Studio
August 1, 2019 - September 22, 2025
Assisted senior artists with daily tasks, client greetings, consultations; produced sketches and digital illustrations.
Student Admissions Representative at Sheridan College
April 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025
Greeted prospective students and families, answered inquiries, conducted consultations, and provided campus information.
Location Designer at Sinking Ship Entertainment
October 1, 2023 - September 22, 2025
Visual development and location design for animated projects; created 2D layouts and artwork aligned with project style; collaborated with art director and game designers; contributed to environments and props.
Location Designer at Jam Filled
June 1, 2021 - September 22, 2025
Location design for animation projects; produced background art and layout illustrations; collaborated with team to meet production deadlines.
Background Painter at Pipeline Studios
January 1, 2021 - September 22, 2025
Painted backgrounds for animated scenes; contributed to visual style and consistency with direction; prepared final artwork for animation pipeline.
Concept Artist at Sleeping Giant
June 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025
Created concept art for characters, environments, and props; developed visual language for new projects; painted 2D layouts for final backgrounds.
Student Admissions Representative at Sheridan College
April 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025
Assisted prospective students, provided campus information, and represented the college at events; supported recruitment and outreach efforts.
2D Art Intern at Odd Bird Studio
August 1, 2019 - September 22, 2025
Assisted art team with daily tasks, client greetings, consultations, and communications; contributed to concept art and asset creation.
Freelancer Designer at Aldi Abujan
May 1, 2024 - Present
Freelance designer focusing on characters, environments, and props for animation, film, and games; collaborated with art director and CG artists to maintain visual consistency; produced final artwork for posters and social media.
Freelance Designer at Aldi Abujan
May 1, 2024 - Present
Freelance designer creating original concept art for characters, environments, and props for projects in animation, film, and games. Collaborates with art directors and game designers to ensure alignment with the game's vision and mechanics. Produces final artwork for promotional materials in posters and social media.
Location Designer at Sinking Ship Entertainment
October 1, 2023 - September 23, 2025
Visual development and location design for animation/television projects. Develops visual style, environments, and location concepts; collaborates with art director to ensure consistency with production vision.
Background Painter at Pipeline Studios
January 1, 2021 - September 23, 2025
Background painting for animation, supporting storytelling with environment visuals.
Concept Artist at Sleeping Giant
June 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Concept art for projects including characters and environments; contributes to world-building and visual narrative.
Student Admissions Representative at Sheridan College
April 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Assisted prospective students with admissions information; supported campus outreach and recruitment.
2D Art Intern at OddBird Studio
August 1, 2019 - September 23, 2025
Assisted with daily tasks, client greetings, consultations, and communication; contributed to 2D art tasks.
Tattoo Apprentice at Golden Iron Tattoo
February 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Tattoo apprentice training at Golden Iron Tattoo.
Visual Development and Location Designer at Sinking Ship Entertainment
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2023
Developed visuals, props and locations for animation production; collaborated with art director and CG team.
Background Painter at Pipeline Studios
September 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Background painter creating environment art and shot layouts.
Concept Artist at Sleeping Giant
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020
Created original concept art for characters, environments, and assets; contributed to visual storytelling.
2D Artist Intern at Oddbird Studio
April 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
2D art tasks; assisted art team.
Junior Tattoo Artist at Iron Leaf
February 1, 2025 - Present
Junior tattoo artist, assisting with designs and client consultations.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Animation at Sheridan College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Art Fundamentals at Sheridan College
March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2016
Honors Bachelor of Animation at Sheridan College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Art Fundamentals at Sheridan College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Tattoo Apprentice
February 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services