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Hi, I’m Blaze Shepard, an emerging media artist focused on original character design and visual storytelling. I enjoy shaping stories through both art and writing, crafting characters and worlds that feel authentic and diverse. I’m passionate about storytelling and collaborating with others to bring concepts to life—through character design, storyboards, and digital illustration. I value clear communication, timely feedback, and a friendly, collaborative approach.…Hi, I’m Blaze Shepard, an emerging media artist focused on original character design and visual storytelling. I enjoy shaping stories through both art and writing, crafting characters and worlds that feel authentic and diverse. I’m passionate about storytelling and collaborating with others to bring concepts to life—through character design, storyboards, and digital illustration. I value clear communication, timely feedback, and a friendly, collaborative approach.

Blaze Shepard

Concept Artist, Illustrator, Storyboard Artist, +4

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Hi, I’m Blaze Shepard, an emerging media artist focused on original character design and visual storytelling. I enjoy shaping stories through both art and writing, crafting characters and worlds that feel authentic and diverse. I’m passionate about storytelling and collaborating with others to bring concepts to life—through character design, storyboards, and digital illustration. I value clear communication, timely feedback, and a friendly, collaborative approach.…Hi, I’m Blaze Shepard, an emerging media artist focused on original character design and visual storytelling. I enjoy shaping stories through both art and writing, crafting characters and worlds that feel authentic and diverse. I’m passionate about storytelling and collaborating with others to bring concepts to life—through character design, storyboards, and digital illustration. I value clear communication, timely feedback, and a friendly, collaborative approach.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Blaze Shepard, an emerging media artist focused on original character design and visual storytelling. I enjoy shaping stories through both art and writing, crafting characters and worlds that feel authentic and diverse.

I’m passionate about storytelling and collaborating with others to bring concepts to life—through character design, storyboards, and digital illustration. I value clear communication, timely feedback, and a friendly, collaborative approach.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Zoo Crew Volunteer at Lincoln Children's Zoo

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Led fun activities for kids visiting the zoo, ensured guests followed rules and answered questions, kept public areas clean, and checked smaller animal enclosures daily to keep the animals safe and healthy.

Illustrator / Concept Artist (Freelance) at Freelance

January 1, 2024 - Present

Created custom illustrations and concept art for commissioned projects to expand portfolio and meet clients’ needs; designed characters, environments, and visual elements based on provided story concepts and creative briefs; used Procreate to produce high-quality visuals; maintained professional workflow with clear communication, timely revisions, and on-schedule delivery.

Movie Theater Worker at Ross Media Arts Center

July 1, 2025 - Present

Handled ticket sales and assisted guests with showtimes, seating, and questions. Operated concessions, prepared food, and managed orders. Processed payments accurately through cash and POS systems. Maintained clean theaters and lobby areas to ensure a comfortable guest experience. Communicated with coworkers to resolve issues quickly.

Illustrator / Concept Artist at Freelance / Self-employed

January 1, 2024 - Present

Created custom illustrations and concept art for commissioned projects, designing characters and environments based on story concepts and briefs. Used Procreate to produce visuals; maintained professional workflow with clear communication, timely revisions, and on-schedule delivery.

Volunteer at Lincoln Children's Zoo

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Led activities for kids visiting the zoo, ensured guests followed rules, answered questions, kept public areas clean, and checked animal enclosures daily to keep animals safe and healthy.