Hi, I'm Robert A. Spencer Jr., a professional visual artist based in Manassas, Virginia, with over two decades of experience in comics, animation, and game art. I've created licensed sketch cards for Marvel, DC, Conan, and more at Cryptozoic; I'm adept at maintaining fidelity to character style guides while injecting my own interpretation. I thrive on collaborating with art directors to refine work and deliver premium inserts and chase cards. Beyond sketch cards, I produce comic pages, character designs, and sequential storytelling for graphic novels; I storyboard for film and animation; I also run a freelance practice handling branding, logos, manga-style artwork, and original manga projects. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint, Manga Studio, ZBrush, Maya, ToonBoom, Storyboard Pro and Blender, and I'm comfortable handling multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Robert A. Spencer Jr.

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Hi, I'm Robert A. Spencer Jr., a professional visual artist based in Manassas, Virginia, with over two decades of experience in comics, animation, and game art. I've created licensed sketch cards for Marvel, DC, Conan, and more at Cryptozoic; I'm adept at maintaining fidelity to character style guides while injecting my own interpretation. I thrive on collaborating with art directors to refine work and deliver premium inserts and chase cards. Beyond sketch cards, I produce comic pages, character designs, and sequential storytelling for graphic novels; I storyboard for film and animation; I also run a freelance practice handling branding, logos, manga-style artwork, and original manga projects. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint, Manga Studio, ZBrush, Maya, ToonBoom, Storyboard Pro and Blender, and I'm comfortable handling multiple projects with tight deadlines.

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Hi, I’m Robert A. Spencer Jr., a professional visual artist based in Manassas, Virginia, with over two decades of experience in comics, animation, and game art. I’ve created licensed sketch cards for Marvel, DC, Conan, and more at Cryptozoic; I’m adept at maintaining fidelity to character style guides while injecting my own interpretation. I thrive on collaborating with art directors to refine work and deliver premium inserts and chase cards.

Beyond sketch cards, I produce comic pages, character designs, and sequential storytelling for graphic novels; I storyboard for film and animation; I also run a freelance practice handling branding, logos, manga-style artwork, and original manga projects. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint, Manga Studio, ZBrush, Maya, ToonBoom, Storyboard Pro and Blender, and I’m comfortable handling multiple projects with tight deadlines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Official Sketch Card Artist at Upper Deck; Marvel Comics; DC Comics; Cryptozoic Entertainment
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created licensed, hand-drawn sketch cards for major properties including Marvel, DC, and Conan (Cryptozoic). Delivered premium chase cards, variants, and limited-edition inserts. Maintained accuracy to character style guides while contributing unique artistic interpretation. Worked closely with art directors for approvals and revisions.
Artist at Crucial Crisis Comics
January 1, 2013 - Present
Produced comic pages, character designs, and sequential storytelling for graphic novels. Managed multiple ongoing projects under tight deadlines. Developed workflow tools and contributed to production scheduling.
Storyboard Artist at Red Zeppelin Productions
January 1, 2016 - Present
Created detailed storyboards for film and animation sequences. Developed visual pacing, shot selection, and cinematic flow. Generated new drawings and revisions throughout production stages.
Freelance Artist / Mangaka at Self-Employed Artist
January 1, 2000 - Present
Created branding materials including logos, packaging, pitch decks, and illustrations. Produced manga-style artwork and original manga stories as a professional mangaka. Delivered concept art, line art, and visual storytelling assets. Skillset includes Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint, Manga Studio, ZBrush, Autodesk Maya, and Blender.
Official Sketch Card Artist at Upper Deck, Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Cryptozoic Entertainment
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created licensed, hand-drawn sketch cards for major properties including Marvel, DC, and Conan (Cryptozoic). Delivered premium chase cards, variants, and limited-edition inserts. Maintained accuracy to character style guides while contributing unique artistic interpretation. Worked closely with art directors for approvals and revisions.
Freelance Artist / Mangaka at Self-Employed
January 1, 2000 - Present
Created branding materials including logos, packaging, pitch decks, and illustrations. Produced manga-style artwork and original manga stories as a professional mangaka. Delivered concept art, line art, and visual storytelling assets.
Freelance Artist / Illustrator / Mangaka at Self-Employed
January 1, 2000 - Present
Created branding materials including logos, packaging, pitch decks, and illustrations. Produced manga-style artwork and original manga stories as a professional mangaka. Delivered concept art, line art, and visual storytelling assets.
Freelance Artist / Mangaka / Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2000 - Present
Created branding materials including logos, packaging, pitch decks, and illustrations. Produced manga-style artwork and original manga stories as a professional mangaka. Delivered concept art, line art, and visual storytelling assets.

Education

at Montgomery County Community College
January 1, 1997 - November 30, 2025
Computer Animation at Montgomery County Community College
January 1, 1997 - December 5, 2025
Computer Animation at Montgomery County Community College
January 1, 1997 - December 8, 2025
Computer Animation at Montgomery County Community College
January 1, 1997 - December 22, 2025
Computer Animation at Montgomery County Community College
January 1, 1997 - December 23, 2025

Qualifications

Heroica Character Creation Award (HCCA)
January 11, 2030 - November 30, 2025
Heroica Character Creation Award (HCCA)
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025
Heroica Character Creation Award (HCCA)
January 11, 2030 - December 8, 2025
Heroica Character Creation Award (HCCA)
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
Heroica Character Creation Award (HCCA)
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet