I am a passionate illustrator with over 10 years of experience in digital artwork. I thrive in creating vibrant and engaging illustrations that tell a story. My journey has taken me through various mediums, and I love collaborating with creative teams to bring concepts to life.…

THOMAS HSIEH

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I am a passionate illustrator with over 10 years of experience in digital artwork. I thrive in creating vibrant and engaging illustrations that tell a story. My journey has taken me through various mediums, and I love collaborating with creative teams to bring concepts to life.…

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I am a passionate illustrator with over 10 years of experience in digital artwork. I thrive in creating vibrant and engaging illustrations that tell a story. My journey has taken me through various mediums, and I love collaborating with creative teams to bring concepts to life.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Illustrator at Writer’s Toolbox
March 1, 2024 - October 27, 2025
Created engaging illustrations and visual assets for educational and editorial projects while collaborating with art directors to refine visual language. Managed multiple projects under tight deadlines, producing high-quality artwork.
Freelance Illustrator at Thomas Illustration Ltd
March 1, 2019 - October 27, 2025
Delivered commissioned illustrations for publishers and private clients, translating client briefs into polished artwork while building long-term relationships through clear communication.
2D/Concept Artist at Metia Interactive
December 31, 2013 - October 27, 2025
Designed characters and game assets, collaborating with developers to ensure seamless integration into games, contributing to immersive experiences.
2D Artist at CerebralFix
September 1, 2012 - October 27, 2025
Created 2D characters and assets for mobile and online games, enhancing game appeal with detailed visual design.
2D Animator at Flux Media
December 31, 2010 - October 27, 2025
Produced 2D animation storyboards and character animations, enhancing visual storytelling with dynamic timing.
Storyboard Artist at Toybox
November 1, 2009 - October 27, 2025
Developed storyboards for advertising and film clients, interpreting scripts into visually coherent sequences.

Education

Bachelor of Visual Arts at University of Auckland
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Diploma in 3D Animation at Media Design School
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Foundation in Modern 2D Animation
January 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Character Design for Animated Film
January 1, 2021 - October 27, 2025
Storyboard for Live Action
January 1, 2021 - October 27, 2025
Character Design for Production
January 1, 2020 - October 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment
    uniE621 Educational Children’s Illustration
    A collection of illustrations created for educational publishers. These works aim to engage young learners with friendly characters, clear visual storytelling, and age-appropriate design elements that support early learning.…
    uniE621 Additional Educational Illustration Projects
    More samples from my ongoing collaboration with educational publishers, focusing on creative visuals that help children explore new concepts in a fun and memorable way.…
    uniE621 Character Design for Children’s Stories
    A selection of personal character design explorations for children’s books. These playful and expressive characters were created to spark imagination and bring warmth and personality to kid-focused stories.…
    uniE621 Penguin Express – Children’s Book Illustration
    Illustrations from a children’s story centred around a curious penguin on an exciting journey aboard the London Express. This project combined whimsical character design with charming storytelling and detailed environments.…
    uniE621 Children’s Book Illustration Samples
    A selection of illustrations from various children’s books I’ve created over the years. These works highlight my storytelling approach, playful character style, and passion for bringing young readers’ imaginations to life.…
    uniE621 Pirate characters illustration
    These characters were originally developed for an interactive book project. Unfortunately, the project was discontinued due to financial constraints within the company I was working for at the time. Although the project did not reach completion, I remain very proud of these character concepts. I am pleased to share them here, and I hope you enjoy exploring them as much as I enjoyed creating them. ⸻ If you’d like, I can also add a more formal tone, a portfolio-ready version, or one tailored for LinkedIn or an art-focused audience. Just let me know!…
    uniE621 Kaylee bell cow boy up tour poster
    Character illustration created for a country-music tour poster. This piece blends a playful caricature style with vibrant Western-inspired scenery, including cacti, cowboy elements, and desert tones to reinforce the “Cowboy Up” theme. The design highlights the energetic personality of the performer and captures the fun, upbeat spirit of modern country music and live touring culture.…