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Stephanie Brown-Young (she/her) is a comic artist originally from St. Louis, Missouri, now based in NYC. She received her BFA in Comics from the School of Visual Arts, where she now works as the Admissions Counselor for the comics program. Steph has worked for clients such as Baby Octopus and Hip Hop Public Health. When she's not moonlighting as an illustrator, she's watching reality TV, listening to scary podcasts, or figuring out how to fit another graphic novel on her crowded bookshelf. Her favorite stories are found family with a touch of mystery.…Stephanie Brown-Young (she/her) is a comic artist originally from St. Louis, Missouri, now based in NYC. She received her BFA in Comics from the School of Visual Arts, where she now works as the Admissions Counselor for the comics program. Steph has worked for clients such as Baby Octopus and Hip Hop Public Health. When she's not moonlighting as an illustrator, she's watching reality TV, listening to scary podcasts, or figuring out how to fit another graphic novel on her crowded bookshelf. Her favorite stories are found family with a touch of mystery.

Stephanie Brown-Young

Illustrator, Comic Illustrator, Storyboard Artist, +1

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Stephanie Brown-Young (she/her) is a comic artist originally from St. Louis, Missouri, now based in NYC. She received her BFA in Comics from the School of Visual Arts, where she now works as the Admissions Counselor for the comics program. Steph has worked for clients such as Baby Octopus and Hip Hop Public Health. When she's not moonlighting as an illustrator, she's watching reality TV, listening to scary podcasts, or figuring out how to fit another graphic novel on her crowded bookshelf. Her favorite stories are found family with a touch of mystery.…Stephanie Brown-Young (she/her) is a comic artist originally from St. Louis, Missouri, now based in NYC. She received her BFA in Comics from the School of Visual Arts, where she now works as the Admissions Counselor for the comics program. Steph has worked for clients such as Baby Octopus and Hip Hop Public Health. When she's not moonlighting as an illustrator, she's watching reality TV, listening to scary podcasts, or figuring out how to fit another graphic novel on her crowded bookshelf. Her favorite stories are found family with a touch of mystery.

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New York City, United States

Stephanie Brown-Young (she/her) is a comic artist originally from St. Louis, Missouri, now based in NYC.

She received her BFA in Comics from the School of Visual Arts, where she now works as the Admissions Counselor for the comics program. Steph has worked for clients such as Baby Octopus and Hip Hop Public Health.

When she’s not moonlighting as an illustrator, she’s watching reality TV, listening to scary podcasts, or figuring out how to fit another graphic novel on her crowded bookshelf. Her favorite stories are found family with a touch of mystery.

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Expert

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English

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Work Experience

Undergraduate Admissions Counselor at School of Visual Arts

August 1, 2024 - Present

Admissions panel member evaluating undergraduate degree applications for final decision and scholarship; reviews applicants’ portfolios, transcripts, and test scores; liaises with 3 BFA program chairs to maintain accurate departmental representation; assists with applications and inquiries; supports recruitment including seasonal travel for National Portfolio Day events.

Comic Artist at FCB Health Canada - Hip-Hop Public Health

June 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024

Illustrated a 10-page comic for a public health campaign targeted at middle-grade readers to promote autonomy, consent, and advocacy. Applied client feedback in a timely manner and met deadlines with daily updates.

Lab Technician at School of Visual Arts

October 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024

Troubleshot tech difficulties for students; oversaw printers and copiers; maintained 20 Mac and PC workstations with 24 Cintiq Monitors; led workshops on Adobe InDesign and booklet/mockup creation.

Front Desk Associate at School of Visual Arts

October 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024

Provided campus tours to prospective students; answered inquiries; assisted with managing and hosting special events and giving presentations.

Storyboard Artist at Pixar

September 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023

Met with Pixar Executives to create a defining personal narrative for a narrative workshop.

Production Assistant at Baby Octopus (Unreleased Project)

March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023

Attended daily production meetings to track and record notes; participated in daily debriefings.