Nicole Manuel

Available to hire

I am a collaborative and technically proficient creative with a proven ability to build immersive, visually compelling digital worlds.

About

I am a collaborative and technically proficient creative with a proven ability to build immersive, visually compelling digital worlds. I translate complex concepts into polished environments and bring strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, and genuine passion to my work.

I am dedicated, adaptable, and detail-oriented.

  • 10 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet

Work experience

2D Environment Concept Artist Intern · SAE Institute Internship / FreelanceJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

2D Environment Concept Art, 2D Character Concept Art, 2D Character Turnarounds, 2D Game Art. Lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver milestones across game and animation projects; coordinated workflows; set priorities; ensured cross-department communication. Managed project planning, sprints, and quality control; provided creative and technical direction to elevate project output; drove problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Freelance Artist · Self-employed / FreelanceJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Logo design, invitations, poster design, game character design, 2D game art, and children's book illustration.

Freelance Graphic Designer / Game Designer · Self-Employed (Freelance)Jan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Logo design, invitation design, poster design, game character design, 2D game art, and children's book art (ongoing freelance work since 2016).

Education

Matric · Hoërskool Pretoria-Wes2030 – 2016
Bachelor's in Game Design and Production (Summa Cum Laude) · SAE Institute2021 – 2023
Matric (Grade 12) · Hoërskool Pretoria-Wes2030 – 2016
Bachelor's in Game Design and Production · SAE Institute2021 – 2023

Certifications and awards

Bachelor's in Game Design and Production (Summa Cum Laude)2021 – 2023

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