Illustrator and Designer with over 10+ years of experience in illustration, graphic design, concept design and more. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Blender, and Clip Studio Paint.

Willie Gao

Illustrator and Designer with over 10+ years of experience in illustration, graphic design, concept design and more. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Blender, and Clip Studio Paint.

Available to hire

Illustrator and Designer with over 10+ years of experience in illustration, graphic design, concept design and more. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Blender, and Clip Studio Paint.

Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Indie-Game Art Director & Artist at Self-Employed / Indie Game Project
January 1, 2020 - Present
Coordinated a group of 2-6 artists, assigning tasks and providing guidance to develop game UI and Illustration assets.
Intern - Design at Bjarke Ingels Group
January 1, 2021 - Present
Remotely applied architectural landscaping expertise to generate new ideas.
Intern - Design at CAW FunPlus Character Design
January 1, 2021 - Present
Collaboratively developed characters and settings.
Student at The Center for Arts Education
January 1, 2021 - Present
Deepened understanding of arts careers and strengthened professional skills.
Marketing at Kinship, Big Brothers Big Sisters
January 1, 2020 - Present
Coordinated marketing solutions, improving presentation and communication skills.
Intern at CTE Summer Industry Scholars
January 1, 2020 - Present
Remote internship centered on career growth in Media, Tech, and Design.

Education

BFA in Graphic Design at Queens College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2026
Digital Communication & Media/Multimedia at Bayside High School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
High School Diploma at Bayside High School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education