JZ

Jiayiang Zhang (TAYA)

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I am a motivated and detail-oriented professional with experience in creative industries. I excel at communication, organization, and problem-solving, thriving in both creative and non-creative environments.

About

I am a motivated and detail-oriented professional with experience in creative industries. I excel at communication, organization, and problem-solving, thriving in both creative and non-creative environments. I learn quickly, am reliable as a team member, and take initiative.

I thrive in diverse and dynamic environments and enjoy collaborating across disciplines to refine visual concepts and deliver cohesive visuals, from backgrounds to branding and illustration.

  • 7 years' experience
  • Joined May 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Retail

Work experience· 9 roles

Background Artist & Quality Control Assistant · Independent Manga ProjectJul 2025 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos

Developed background environments that support the narrative and atmosphere; assisted in maintaining visual consistency by reviewing line art, color, and final rendering; identified and corrected aesthetic and technical inconsistencies to ensure a coherent visual style; collaborated with the creative team to refine visual concepts and proposals.

Quality Assistant Artist (Layout) · Independent Manga ProjectJul 2025 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos

Responsible for checking all work, from proposals, line art, coloring, and finishing for any errors or issues that pop up during the project.

Graphic Designer · SiweipublicidadApr 2025 – Sep 2025 · 6 mos

Brand Design & Visual Identity – Developing brand aesthetics, logo-types, business cards, menu designs, and other branding materials. Layout & Prepress Design – Creating layouts for books, shop signs, and other printed materials, ensuring high-quality print-ready files. Post-Printing Client Service – Assisting clients with post-printing needs, ensuring final products meet expectations and brand consistency.

Background Artist · Engram Project, short animationMay 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 5 mos
Graphic Designer · SiweipublicidadMar 2024 – Apr 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos
Background Artist · "Engram" Project, short animationNov 2023 – May 2024 · 7 mos
Sales · Souvenir Shop, BenidormFeb 2022 – Mar 2024 · 2 yrs 2 mos
Freelance 2D Artist · Self-Employed / FreelanceJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts · Valencia Polytechnic University2017 – 2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts · Universidad Politécnica de Valencia2017 – 2021

Certifications and awards

Finalist, Illustración y Design de un libro 'El fill de la lletera'2021 – 2025
Third place, Fantastika (Contest of ilustraciones de Algeciras Fantastika)2020 – 2025
Finalista, Illustración y Diseño de un libro: El fill de la lletera2021
Fantastika Contest – Third position2020

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