Hi, I’m Cheng Xu (Adam), a visual development artist focused on character concepts, illustration, and 3D design. I’m currently studying at the Academy of Art University for a master degree in visual development. I enjoy blending traditional art as well as working with digital tools like Photoshop. Through ideation and iteration, the unexpected collides deliberation, the art comes alive.

Cheng Xu (Adam)

Hi, I’m Cheng Xu (Adam), a visual development artist focused on character concepts, illustration, and 3D design. I’m currently studying at the Academy of Art University for a master degree in visual development. I enjoy blending traditional art as well as working with digital tools like Photoshop. Through ideation and iteration, the unexpected collides deliberation, the art comes alive.

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Hi, I’m Cheng Xu (Adam), a visual development artist focused on character concepts, illustration, and 3D design. I’m currently studying at the Academy of Art University for a master degree in visual development. I enjoy blending traditional art as well as working with digital tools like Photoshop. Through ideation and iteration, the unexpected collides deliberation, the art comes alive.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent

Work Experience

Splash Artist at DuoQ
June 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
DuoQ is an FPS Dating Sim where you use your real voice to communicate with your NPC Partner. Create Splash art to better showcase the characters. I produced splash assets and collaborated with the design team to translate character concepts into striking visuals that align with the game's style and storytelling.
Concept Artist at Sorelle
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Sorelle is a 3D interactive puzzle/adventure game with a light storybook tone. I explored visual possibilities for different NPCs, developed character designs, and contributed to mood boards and style guides to support the game's cartoon aesthetic.
Designer / Team Captain at Brandeis Men’s Volleyball Club
August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Designed team branding (logo and hoodie), served as setter and floor captain, and coached new players while organizing practices to build team cohesion and performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Studio Arts at Brandeis University
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Visual Development at Academy of Art University
August 1, 2025 - May 25, 2027

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Gaming
    uniE621 Winterblessed Katarina
    A Winterblessed skin I made for Katarina, one of my favorite character from League of Legends! illustration LOL Splash Art