Hi, I'm Amelia Hillebrant, a passionate illustrator and character designer with a Master of Fine Arts in Illustration Practice from the Maryland Institute College of Art. I love bringing ideas to life through creative visuals and storytelling, especially when it involves detailed research and historical accuracy. With experience in both freelance and studio environments, I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to work on diverse projects ranging from character design for animation to product illustration and surface design. When I’m not illustrating, I enjoy sewing, knitting, and exploring various paper crafts. I believe in continuous learning and collaboration, which has been a big part of my growth as an artist and professional. My background in various visual media and handicrafts helps me approach projects with a unique perspective and a hands-on mentality. I’m excited to connect and create beautiful artwork that resonates with my audiences.

Amelia Hillebrant

Hi, I'm Amelia Hillebrant, a passionate illustrator and character designer with a Master of Fine Arts in Illustration Practice from the Maryland Institute College of Art. I love bringing ideas to life through creative visuals and storytelling, especially when it involves detailed research and historical accuracy. With experience in both freelance and studio environments, I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to work on diverse projects ranging from character design for animation to product illustration and surface design. When I’m not illustrating, I enjoy sewing, knitting, and exploring various paper crafts. I believe in continuous learning and collaboration, which has been a big part of my growth as an artist and professional. My background in various visual media and handicrafts helps me approach projects with a unique perspective and a hands-on mentality. I’m excited to connect and create beautiful artwork that resonates with my audiences.

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Hi, I’m Amelia Hillebrant, a passionate illustrator and character designer with a Master of Fine Arts in Illustration Practice from the Maryland Institute College of Art. I love bringing ideas to life through creative visuals and storytelling, especially when it involves detailed research and historical accuracy. With experience in both freelance and studio environments, I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to work on diverse projects ranging from character design for animation to product illustration and surface design.

When I’m not illustrating, I enjoy sewing, knitting, and exploring various paper crafts. I believe in continuous learning and collaboration, which has been a big part of my growth as an artist and professional. My background in various visual media and handicrafts helps me approach projects with a unique perspective and a hands-on mentality. I’m excited to connect and create beautiful artwork that resonates with my audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Finnish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Character Designer & Illustrator at Martian Studios
June 1, 2024 - June 12, 2024
Design stylized characters based on real historical figures and compose illustrated animation frames using the character designs, staying on model across all frames. Research clothing and hair styles of the appropriate time period and represent styles accurately within the design style. Communicate and collaborate efficiently with other character and background artists, the art director, and the project manager.
Exhibitions Committee at Maryland Institute College of Art
October 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Participated in the exhibitions committee, contributing to planning and execution of exhibitions from October 2023 to May 2024.
Graduate Teaching Intern at Maryland Institute College of Art
January 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Assisted in running the classroom, tracking student participation, participating in critiques, giving feedback, answering student questions, and independently planning and leading in-class assignments.
Relief Society President at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Provo YSA 69th Ward
July 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022
Led the women’s organization in the local congregation, attended to the needs of women, served members in various capacities, prepared and taught Sunday School lessons, led discussions, and attended weekly and monthly leadership meetings.
Designer & Illustrator at Craft Smith
July 1, 2019 - August 31, 2021
Created innovative illustrations and product designs according to trends using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Procreate. Understood production processes for effective design, collaborated with fellow designers, participated in critiques, worked independently, and communicated effectively with supervisors and peers.
Design Week Counselor at BYU Department of Design
June 1, 2019 - June 30, 2019
Mentored and guided youth, providing artistic feedback on personal illustration and graphic design projects and liaised with faculty to ensure positive student experiences.
Illustrator at BYU Independent Study
September 1, 2017 - April 30, 2019
Planned, designed, and created illustrations for online courses in various styles using Illustrator and Photoshop. Determined image necessity based on course content, created or sourced images, accepted feedback, coordinated as art team lead, and managed copyright and licensing records.

Education

Master of Fine Arts at Maryland Institute College of Art
August 22, 2022 - May 3, 2024
MFA Illustration Practice
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Brigham Young University
August 27, 2012 - July 5, 2019
BFA Illustration

Qualifications

MICA Graduate Merit Scholarship
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
College of Fine Arts and Communications Annual Talent Award
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Jane Strunt Meiling Illustration Award
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Experiential Learning Award
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Winner of the Come to Finland travel poster competition
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
College of Fine Arts and Communications Dean’s List
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Mary L. Wheatley Design Award
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
BYU Heritage Scholarship
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
BYU Heritage Scholarship
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail