Maria Erika Sy is a Fine Arts student specialising in Animation and Moving Images, with professional experience in freelance illustration and creative direction for promotional artwork. She has produced commissioned illustrations, collaborated with clients to align themes and artistic direction, and develops concepts through sketching and visual exploration. With proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and industry tools including Autodesk Maya and Unreal Engine 5, Maria is passionate about visual storytelling, design theory, illustration, and artistic experimentation across multiple media. Her background also includes creative leadership and production skills from event and catering support work, where she demonstrated reliability, adaptability, and strong attention to detail in fast-paced environments.

Maria Erika Sy

Maria Erika Sy is a Fine Arts student specialising in Animation and Moving Images, with professional experience in freelance illustration and creative direction for promotional artwork. She has produced commissioned illustrations, collaborated with clients to align themes and artistic direction, and develops concepts through sketching and visual exploration. With proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and industry tools including Autodesk Maya and Unreal Engine 5, Maria is passionate about visual storytelling, design theory, illustration, and artistic experimentation across multiple media. Her background also includes creative leadership and production skills from event and catering support work, where she demonstrated reliability, adaptability, and strong attention to detail in fast-paced environments.

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Maria Erika Sy is a Fine Arts student specialising in Animation and Moving Images, with professional experience in freelance illustration and creative direction for promotional artwork. She has produced commissioned illustrations, collaborated with clients to align themes and artistic direction, and develops concepts through sketching and visual exploration.

With proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and industry tools including Autodesk Maya and Unreal Engine 5, Maria is passionate about visual storytelling, design theory, illustration, and artistic experimentation across multiple media. Her background also includes creative leadership and production skills from event and catering support work, where she demonstrated reliability, adaptability, and strong attention to detail in fast-paced environments.

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Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator (Art Commissions) at Gate Gourmets (Sydney) / associated role mentioned
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provided illustration services as part of freelance/remote work, supporting promotional creative needs and client-facing art output.
Creative/Visual Leadership (Head) at USTC FAD Touchpoint / Creative Head
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Led and guided visual and creative direction for student organisation projects. Coordinated creative materials and collaborative tasks, working within team environments to organise deliverables and meet deadlines.
Freelance Illustrator / Art Commission (Remote) at Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Produced commissioned illustrations for independent clients. Created promotional artwork including film posters and album covers. Developed visual concepts through thumbnail sketching and visual exploration, then collaborated directly with clients to communicate themes and ensure artistic direction matched their vision.
Creative Head (Leadership & Volunteer Experience) at UST CFA D T O UCHPOINT Creations (UST C F A D Touchpoint Creations)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led and created visual and creative direction for student organization projects. Coordinated creative materials and collaborative tasks while working within team environments to meet deadlines. Also contributed to digital illustration concept development, graphic design, and other creative deliverables across multiple media.
Freelance Illustrator / Artist (Remote)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Produced commissioned illustrations for independent clients. Developed promotional artwork including film posters and album covers. Created concepts through thumbnail sketches and visual explorations, collaborating directly with clients to align themes and artistic direction.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation and Moving Images at University of Santo Tomas
January 1, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation and Moving Images at University of Santo Tomas, Manila
January 1, 2026 - July 26, 2026

Qualifications

Tertiary studies in Advertising Arts and Painting
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Tertiary studies in Advertising Arts and Painting
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services