Hi, I'm Anna, a UK based 2D character artist, I have a passion for concept art and anything to do with character design, my portfolio is here :_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I have a qualification in BA Games and Animation which really let me explore different aspects of the industry and although my skills lay in character design I have also played with animation and 3D sculpting. My animation skills still need work but I'm willing to learn anything and I've always believed I would be a good storyboard artist. I've also gotten into 3D sculpting very recently which is handy for making my own references. Overall, I have a huge passion for helping people create their dreams and visualise their goals and would be happy to be a part of any project I’ve been taking on freelance commissions since 2019, working on digital art pieces and graphic design—from posters and programmes to character designs and portraits. I can work to deadlines, use relevant software, and negotiate fair prices. I also volunteer with Local Archives and community groups, which has sharpened my observational, organizational, and leadership skills.

Anna Hocking

Hi, I'm Anna, a UK based 2D character artist, I have a passion for concept art and anything to do with character design, my portfolio is here :_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I have a qualification in BA Games and Animation which really let me explore different aspects of the industry and although my skills lay in character design I have also played with animation and 3D sculpting. My animation skills still need work but I'm willing to learn anything and I've always believed I would be a good storyboard artist. I've also gotten into 3D sculpting very recently which is handy for making my own references. Overall, I have a huge passion for helping people create their dreams and visualise their goals and would be happy to be a part of any project I’ve been taking on freelance commissions since 2019, working on digital art pieces and graphic design—from posters and programmes to character designs and portraits. I can work to deadlines, use relevant software, and negotiate fair prices. I also volunteer with Local Archives and community groups, which has sharpened my observational, organizational, and leadership skills.

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Hi, I’m Anna, a UK based 2D character artist, I have a passion for concept art and anything to do with character design, my portfolio is here :Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup I have a qualification in BA Games and Animation which really let me explore different aspects of the industry and although my skills lay in character design I have also played with animation and 3D sculpting. My animation skills still need work but I’m willing to learn anything and I’ve always believed I would be a good storyboard artist. I’ve also gotten into 3D sculpting very recently which is handy for making my own references. Overall, I have a huge passion for helping people create their dreams and visualise their goals and would be happy to be a part of any project

I’ve been taking on freelance commissions since 2019, working on digital art pieces and graphic design—from posters and programmes to character designs and portraits. I can work to deadlines, use relevant software, and negotiate fair prices. I also volunteer with Local Archives and community groups, which has sharpened my observational, organizational, and leadership skills.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sales Assistant (Retail) at Woollen Mill
January 1, 2022 - Present
Guiding patrons through online service, matching items to fittings, and using colour theory to organise stock and displays to maximise sales.
Sales Assistant (Retail) at Edinburgh Woollen Mill
January 1, 2022 - Present
Aided customers and supported in-store merchandising and stock organisation.
Volunteer - Dog Walker at Volunteer
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Gained geographical skills through walking dogs in parks, estates and forests; maintained safety and welfare.
Volunteer - Archivist at Local Archives
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Nurtured observation, attention to detail, organization, problem-solving; alphabetising, filing, laminating documents; navigated archival software.
Festival Sales Assistant at Festival Stalls (Volunteer)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Gained maths, communication, and cash reconciliation skills; adapted to different stall locations; supported local markets.
Sales Assistant at Woollen Mill
January 1, 2022 - Present
Guiding patrons through online services, matching items to fittings, and using knowledge of colour theory to organise stock and displays to maximise sales potential. Focused on delivering excellent customer service and supporting team goals.
Freelance Artist / Commissions at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Completed numerous freelance commissions ranging from digital 2D art pieces to graphic design. Created posters, programmes, pantomime tickets, character designs and portraits; able to work to deadlines, provide basic illustration and negotiate fair prices.
Dog Walker (Volunteer) at Volunteer
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Dog walking across parks, estates and forests; improved geographical navigation and developed compassion, physical and leadership skills while ensuring the wellbeing and safety of dogs.
Volunteer Archivist at Local Archives
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Observed attention to detail, organized files, and learned problem solving; alphabetising, filing and laminating documents and using archival software.
Festival Sales Assistant (Volunteer) at Festival Stalls
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Volunteered at stalls to develop skills in mathematics, communication, and cash reconciliation; adapted to different conditions as stalls moved between events such as coffee mornings and local markets.
Freelance Artist (Commissions) at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Completed commissions in digital art and graphic design; included posters, programmes, character designs and portraits; comfortable working to deadlines and briefs and negotiating prices.

Education

BA (Hons) Animation and Games: 2:1 at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
Level 3 Graphics, Illustration & Game Arts: Pass at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2020 - May 5, 2022
Art and Design: Merit at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
GCSE English: 5 at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
Maths: Pass at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2019 - May 5, 2020
BA (Hons) Animation and Games at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
Level 3 Graphics, Illustration & Game Arts at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
Level 2 Art and Design at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
GCSE English at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
Maths at Arts University Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026

Qualifications

GCSE English
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
Maths
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
BA (Hons) Animation and Games
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
Level 3 Graphics, Illustration & Game Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
Level 2 Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
GCSE English
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
Maths
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services