Hi! I'm a near-graduating Illustration student at Ringling College, specializing in visual development for sci-fi and fantasy worlds. I love designing characters, props, environments, and storytelling visuals. I'm proficient in both traditional and digital media and enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ideas from thumbnails to final renders.\n\nDuring my time at Ringling, I've built experience creating book covers, splash art, and layout assets for narratives. I value clear communication, problem-solving, and a strong production pipeline, and I'm eager to contribute to film, animation, and game projects that push imaginative boundaries.

Jo Hartanto

Hi! I'm a near-graduating Illustration student at Ringling College, specializing in visual development for sci-fi and fantasy worlds. I love designing characters, props, environments, and storytelling visuals. I'm proficient in both traditional and digital media and enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ideas from thumbnails to final renders.\n\nDuring my time at Ringling, I've built experience creating book covers, splash art, and layout assets for narratives. I value clear communication, problem-solving, and a strong production pipeline, and I'm eager to contribute to film, animation, and game projects that push imaginative boundaries.

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Hi! I’m a near-graduating Illustration student at Ringling College, specializing in visual development for sci-fi and fantasy worlds. I love designing characters, props, environments, and storytelling visuals. I’m proficient in both traditional and digital media and enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ideas from thumbnails to final renders.\n\nDuring my time at Ringling, I’ve built experience creating book covers, splash art, and layout assets for narratives. I value clear communication, problem-solving, and a strong production pipeline, and I’m eager to contribute to film, animation, and game projects that push imaginative boundaries.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Development Student at Ringling College of Art & Design
January 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025
Designed characters, props, vehicles, and environments for Sci-Fi and Fantasy genres. Collaborated on production pipeline with professor as art director, from thumbnails and value studies to animation sketches and final renders. Built collaboration in group projects, simulating industry-standard communication and problem-solving. Created 3D models in Blender and ZBrush serving as references for final renders and explorations.
Illustration Student at Ringling College of Art & Design
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Created book covers, chapter headers, and splash art with focus on storytelling. Ideated concepts with thumbnails, comps, value and colour studies. Rendered with self-shot, lit reference photos.
Figure Drawing Student at Ringling College of Art & Design
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Sketched live models focusing on a wide range of poses, developing strong observational skills. Gained extensive understanding of the human skeleton and muscle anatomy with notes and renders to ensure accuracy in character design.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Ringling College of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education