Hi, I am Billy Yong, a passionate illustrator and character designer with strong expertise in editorial and product-focused illustrations as well as animation. I enjoy creating vivid, expressive characters and have experience working on various projects including books and motion graphics. With a background that spans different studios and freelance projects, I am comfortable working with clients like Disney Publishing, Marvel, and Simon & Schuster. Besides being an artist, I am a dedicated IAIDO teacher and practitioner since July 2021. My journey also includes managing a train station and taking a sabbatical to enhance my skills through online education. I bring creativity and discipline into every project I take on, continuously honing my craft with tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.…

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Hi, I am Billy Yong, a passionate illustrator and character designer with strong expertise in editorial and product-focused illustrations as well as animation. I enjoy creating vivid, expressive characters and have experience working on various projects including books and motion graphics. With a background that spans different studios and freelance projects, I am comfortable working with clients like Disney Publishing, Marvel, and Simon & Schuster. Besides being an artist, I am a dedicated IAIDO teacher and practitioner since July 2021. My journey also includes managing a train station and taking a sabbatical to enhance my skills through online education. I bring creativity and discipline into every project I take on, continuously honing my craft with tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.…

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Hi, I am Billy Yong, a passionate illustrator and character designer with strong expertise in editorial and product-focused illustrations as well as animation. I enjoy creating vivid, expressive characters and have experience working on various projects including books and motion graphics. With a background that spans different studios and freelance projects, I am comfortable working with clients like Disney Publishing, Marvel, and Simon & Schuster.

Besides being an artist, I am a dedicated IAIDO teacher and practitioner since July 2021. My journey also includes managing a train station and taking a sabbatical to enhance my skills through online education. I bring creativity and discipline into every project I take on, continuously honing my craft with tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at Rep. Shannon Associates
July 1, 2021 - Present
Worked on projects including "Thor Quest: Hammer of the Gods", "My Pet Feet", "The Minor Miracle" and several more unannounced projects.
Illustrator / Animator at MoneySmart Singapore
June 30, 2021 - July 24, 2025
Created editorial and product-focused illustrations, along with motion graphics on After Effects.
Train Station Manager at SBST Downtown Line
November 30, 2017 - July 24, 2025
Managed train station operations. Took a sabbatical from studio life while studying online at CGMA and Schoolism.
Storyboard / Concept Artist at Omens Studios
September 30, 2015 - July 24, 2025
Storyboarded from rough to clean up and animatic. Created character expression sheets and voice acted for recurring characters.
Layout Artist / Animator at Tiny Island Productions
November 30, 2012 - July 24, 2025
Matched CG cameras to storyboards and animated characters for TV animation.
Freelance Illustrator at Shannon Associates
July 1, 2021 - Present
Worked on various illustration projects including "Thor Quest: Hammer of the Gods", "My Pet Feet", "The Minor Miracle" and several unannounced projects. Represented by Shannon Associates facilitating connections with major clients such as Disney Publishing and Marvel.
Illustrator / Animator at MoneySmart Singapore
June 30, 2021 - September 1, 2025
Created editorial and product-focused illustrations and developed motion graphics using After Effects to support content marketing and campaign efforts.
Train Station Manager at SBST Downtown Line
November 30, 2017 - September 1, 2025
Managed operations at the train station, ensuring smooth daily functioning and customer service. Took a sabbatical after this role to study animation and digital art remotely.
Storyboard / Concept Artist at Omens Studios
September 30, 2015 - September 1, 2025
Produced storyboards from rough sketches to cleanups and animatics. Created character expression sheets and provided voice acting for recurring characters within the studio’s projects.
Layout Artist / Animator at Tiny Island Productions
November 30, 2012 - September 1, 2025
Matched CG cameras to storyboards and animated characters for television animation productions.

Education

at LASALLE College of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2025
at Silver Drawing Academy
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
at CG Masters Academy
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
at Concept Design Academy
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
at LASALLE College of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025

Qualifications

IAIDO Teacher / Practitioner
July 1, 2021 - September 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Financial Services, Other, Professional Services
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