Illustrator and character designer that creates designs with an emphasis on strong silhouettes, simple but endearing expressiveness, and vivid color palettes. I dream, develop, and visualize stories through artwork, and I hope to share my passion with you too.…

Vincent Shi

Illustrator and character designer that creates designs with an emphasis on strong silhouettes, simple but endearing expressiveness, and vivid color palettes. I dream, develop, and visualize stories through artwork, and I hope to share my passion with you too.…

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Illustrator and character designer that creates designs with an emphasis on strong silhouettes, simple but endearing expressiveness, and vivid color palettes. I dream, develop, and visualize stories through artwork, and I hope to share my passion with you too.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Character Design Intern at Shenq u Games (Shanghai, China)
April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Created 28 character designs and key art for a developing mobile pet-raising app game. Produced 3 visual tests to demonstrate the ability to match the company’s art style across multiple games. Developed costume and outfit design variations for 5 main characters for use in the mobile app game.
Character Design Intern at Shenq u Games (Shanghai, China)
May 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Created 28 character designs and key art for a developing mobile pet-raising app game. Produced 3 visual tests to demonstrate the ability to match the company’s art style across multiple games. Developed costume and outfit design variations for 5 main characters for use in the mobile app game.
Independent Artist & Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed (U.S. and China)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Completed commissioned client work, averaging ~$350 per project. Showcased artwork in 5+ exhibitions and continued creative development after graduation. Developed a long-form personal creative writing story (200+ pages) with plans to publish.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration at Parsons School of Design, The New School
August 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Master of Arts (MA) in Illustration at Maryland Institute of College of Art (MICA)
August 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026

Qualifications

Dreamscape Master of Arts Illustration Gallery
March 27, 2026 - April 12, 2026
Selected collection “Sleep Shapers” is showcased in the “Dreamscape” gallery, featured in school’s newsletter advertising the MA Illustration program. Displayed 3 different risograph illustrations that reflects the theming of dreams, utilizes strong silhouettes, shapes, and harmonious color palettes

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Non-Profit Organization

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