Holly Johnson

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I'm a graduate character artist with a passion for designing compelling characters and illustrations. I enjoy turning ideas into visually engaging art and refining my craft through hands-on projects and collaboration.

About

I’m a graduate character artist with a passion for designing compelling characters and illustrations. I enjoy turning ideas into visually engaging art and refining my craft through hands-on projects and collaboration.

Based in Leeds, I’ve contributed to university game projects and industry teams, translating art into engaging gameplay experiences. I’m eager to learn, grow my technical skills, and bring creative vision to future projects.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Software & Internet
  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 5 roles

User Interface Artist · Steel MinionsApr 2025 – Oct 2025 · 7 mos

Collaborated with the University’s game company Steel Minions to design the User Interface for an interactive CPR training game cabinet. Created engaging, accessible UI with a focus on intuitive controls and educational value, balancing playability with public benefit.

Game Projects · Sheffield Hallam UniversityApr 2025 – Oct 2025 · 7 mos

Created in depth 2D and 3D character pieces utilizing industry standard pipelines and software, optimizing my work through research and analysis of professional artists. Learned strong design principals and refined my technical abilities.

User Interface Artist · Steel MinionsApr 2025 – Oct 2025 · 7 mos

Collaborated closely with my University's game company, Steel Minions, to design the User Interface for an interactive game cabinet aimed at teaching CPR. Crafted an engaging and educational tool that was both enjoyable and beneficial for the public.

UI/UX Designer · Compete IT SolutionsApr 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos
UI/UX Designer · Compete IT SolutionsApr 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

Education

Bachelor of Arts · Sheffield Hallam University2020 – 2025
A Level Art & Design · Abbey Grange Academy2019 – 2020
BA Game Art (Second Class Honours - First Division) · Sheffield Hallam University2020 – 2025
Game Projects · Sheffield Hallam University2024 – 2025

Certifications and awards

BA Game Art, Second Class Honours (First Division), Sheffield Hallam University2020 – 2025

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