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Hi, I’m Vicki Gao, a Concept Artist and World Builder based in Santa Clara, California. I specialize in crafting bold, original worlds, characters, and environments for AAA games, theme parks, and immersive storytelling. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring ideas from the initial concept through production, delivering visually captivating, story-forward solutions that spark imagination.…Hi, I’m Vicki Gao, a Concept Artist and World Builder based in Santa Clara, California. I specialize in crafting bold, original worlds, characters, and environments for AAA games, theme parks, and immersive storytelling. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring ideas from the initial concept through production, delivering visually captivating, story-forward solutions that spark imagination.

Vicki Gao

Concept Artist, Artist, Game Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Vicki Gao, a Concept Artist and World Builder based in Santa Clara, California. I specialize in crafting bold, original worlds, characters, and environments for AAA games, theme parks, and immersive storytelling. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring ideas from the initial concept through production, delivering visually captivating, story-forward solutions that spark imagination.…Hi, I’m Vicki Gao, a Concept Artist and World Builder based in Santa Clara, California. I specialize in crafting bold, original worlds, characters, and environments for AAA games, theme parks, and immersive storytelling. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring ideas from the initial concept through production, delivering visually captivating, story-forward solutions that spark imagination.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Vicki Gao, a Concept Artist and World Builder based in Santa Clara, California. I specialize in crafting bold, original worlds, characters, and environments for AAA games, theme parks, and immersive storytelling.

I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring ideas from the initial concept through production, delivering visually captivating, story-forward solutions that spark imagination.

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Work Experience

Freelance Concept Artist at Remote

April 1, 2024 - Present

Contributed concept designs for game projects, such as Honor of Kings; created visual development art and storyboards and illustrations to ensure seamless storytelling and visual flow. Translated narratives into compelling visuals through detailed character and environment design. Delivered high-quality concept art for theme park attractions, small business branding, and private commissions.

Concept Artist at Electronic Arts / Respawn Entertainment

June 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024

Created impactful environment designs and props for Apex Legends, directly contributing to seasonal updates reaching millions of players. Collaborated with level designers and 3D artists, enhancing visual consistency and optimizing production pipelines. Produced visually striking loading screen illustrations and seasonal skins.

Senior Associate Concept Artist at SledgeHammer Games

June 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022

Developed immersive mood pieces and detailed environment concepts for Call of Duty: Vanguard. Designed innovative props and UI icons, contributing significantly to game visual identity. Coordinated effectively with cross-functional teams including level designers and 3D artists, ensuring coherent visual storytelling.

Concept Artist Intern at Activision Blizzard

May 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Assisted the Central Design Team in conceptualizing environments and characters for multiple pre-production game projects. Created mockups for internal incubation initiatives, supporting the strategic direction of undisclosed AAA titles.

Concept Artist Intern at The Hettema Group

May 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018

Imagined and visualized interactive environments, rides, and interiors for Universal Studios Florida and Tokyo theme park projects. Provided detailed designs for architecture interiors and prop elements, enhancing project presentations and client pitches.

Concept Artist at Fairyland CG Co. Ltd.

May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016

Created visual development assets for multimedia productions including Legend Journey to the West and Seven Calabash Brothers. Produced concept art for television series Sealing the Sky, successfully translating narratives into compelling visuals.