Hi, I’m Nikki Capili, a versatile visual artist based in Cebu City with four years’ experience in game illustration, production pipelines, and team management. I specialize in concept art, graphic design, character design, and animation, and I’m proficient with Photoshop, PaintTool SAI, and Clip Studio Paint. I’m passionate about transforming ideas into polished visuals and collaborating with teams to deliver impactful outcomes. I’m looking to contribute creative expertise in a dynamic environment, lead by example, and keep learning as I push the boundaries of what’s possible in art and storytelling.

Nikki Capili

Hi, I’m Nikki Capili, a versatile visual artist based in Cebu City with four years’ experience in game illustration, production pipelines, and team management. I specialize in concept art, graphic design, character design, and animation, and I’m proficient with Photoshop, PaintTool SAI, and Clip Studio Paint. I’m passionate about transforming ideas into polished visuals and collaborating with teams to deliver impactful outcomes. I’m looking to contribute creative expertise in a dynamic environment, lead by example, and keep learning as I push the boundaries of what’s possible in art and storytelling.

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Hi, I’m Nikki Capili, a versatile visual artist based in Cebu City with four years’ experience in game illustration, production pipelines, and team management. I specialize in concept art, graphic design, character design, and animation, and I’m proficient with Photoshop, PaintTool SAI, and Clip Studio Paint. I’m passionate about transforming ideas into polished visuals and collaborating with teams to deliver impactful outcomes.

I’m looking to contribute creative expertise in a dynamic environment, lead by example, and keep learning as I push the boundaries of what’s possible in art and storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Game Illustrator / Assistant Lead Game Illustrator at Fan You Ph Inc.
July 1, 2025 - August 22, 2025
Led a team of illustrators providing comprehensive feedback, managing tasks, and offering guidance. Created and documented workflows and led a game project. Assisted associates, probationaries, and trainees. Handled high priority projects and provided quality hand-drawn assets.
Associate Game Illustrator at Fan You Ph Inc.
December 1, 2024 - August 22, 2025
Pioneered and assisted in establishing Fan You Ph’s Illustration Team. Provided training to illustrators consisting of 2 month courses. Produced 100+ character hand-drawn/generated assets, designs, UI assistance, splitting, and graphic art.
Freelance Artist
December 1, 2023 - August 22, 2025
Created 50+ art pieces varying from concept art, graphic design, and character art/design. Earned around P100,000+ from commissions from clients globally.
Graphic Designer
January 1, 2023 - August 22, 2025
Designed the official practice teaching uniform and pin of the College of Education students. Created marketing collateral for the Bantayog Education Society.
Senior Game Illustrator / Assistant Lead Game Illustrator at Fan You Ph Inc.
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Led a team of illustrators, provided comprehensive feedback, managed tasks, and documented workflows. Handled high-priority projects, delivering high-quality hand-drawn assets and contributing to project planning and QA.
Associate Game Illustrator at Fan You Ph Inc.
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Pioneered and assisted in establishing Fan You Ph's Illustration Team. Provided training to illustrators (2-month courses). Produced 100+ character hand-drawn/generated assets, designs, UI assistance, and graphic art.
Freelance Artist
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Created 50+ art pieces ranging from concept art, graphic design, and character art. Earned around PHP 100,000+ in commissions from clients globally.
Graphic Designer
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Designed official practice teaching uniform and pin for the College Education students. Created marketing collateral for the Bantayog Education Society.
Associate Game Illustrator at Fan You Ph Inc.
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Pioneered and assisted in establishing Fan You Ph’s Illustration Team. Delivered training to new illustrators (2-month courses) and produced 100+ character hand-drawn/generated assets, designs, UI assistance, and graphic art.
Freelance Artist at Self-Employed / Independent Contractor
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Created 50+ art pieces spanning Concept Art, Graphic Design, and Character Art/Design. Earned around PHP 100,000+ from commissions from clients globally.
Graphic Designer at College of Education (Bantayog Education Society / Educational Department)
January 31, 2023 - January 31, 2023
Designed official practice teaching uniforms and pins for College of Education students. Created marketing collateral for Bantayo Education Society.
Graphic Designer at College of Education / Bantayog Education Society
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Designed the official practice teaching uniform and pin for the College of Education students. Created marketing collateral for the Bantayog Education Society.

Education

Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English at STI College Balagtas, Bulacan
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Secondary Education, Major in English at STI College Balagtas, Bulacan
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Secondary Education at STI College Balatas, Bulacan
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Secondary Education at STI College Balagtas, Bulacan
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Completion of Fan You Ph Illustration Training Program
July 1, 2024 - August 22, 2025

Industry Experience

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