Hi! I'm Carlena, a passionate visual creator based in Brampton. I specialize in building colorful and innovative visual solutions ranging from personal to fictional narratives. I love representing fellow minorities and showcasing diversity through various media like print, textiles, and digital entertainment. My curiosity and passion for all things visual and material drive me to succeed and continuously explore new creative avenues. I'm always eager to develop original, authentic, and empowering work that resonates with a wide audience.

Carlena De Guzman

Hi! I'm Carlena, a passionate visual creator based in Brampton. I specialize in building colorful and innovative visual solutions ranging from personal to fictional narratives. I love representing fellow minorities and showcasing diversity through various media like print, textiles, and digital entertainment. My curiosity and passion for all things visual and material drive me to succeed and continuously explore new creative avenues. I'm always eager to develop original, authentic, and empowering work that resonates with a wide audience.

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Hi! I’m Carlena, a passionate visual creator based in Brampton. I specialize in building colorful and innovative visual solutions ranging from personal to fictional narratives. I love representing fellow minorities and showcasing diversity through various media like print, textiles, and digital entertainment.

My curiosity and passion for all things visual and material drive me to succeed and continuously explore new creative avenues. I’m always eager to develop original, authentic, and empowering work that resonates with a wide audience.

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Work Experience

Designer at IoM Media
October 31, 2023 - August 2, 2025
Designed appealing characters, garments, props, and environment assets while maintaining the production’s style. Provided multiple concept and colour variations and ensured fast revision turnarounds based on Lead Designer and Directors’ feedback. Made sure design notes were clear for the 3D builds team.
2D / Concept Artist at Supermarket Gaggle Championship
August 31, 2022 - August 2, 2025
Conceptualized and designed celebrity judge characters and environment assets. Designed GUI for flavour profiles and cooking methods, as well as branding and identity for promotional purposes. Illustrated prop and food assets used both in-game and as references for 3D models.
Freelance Illustrator & Publisher at Zine Publications & Other Printed Media
January 1, 2017 - Present
Independently illustrated and assembled zines for exhibitions and collaborated on community building and fundraising projects. Managed publication processes, budgeting, and worked closely with other artists to provide feedback.

Education

Bachelor of Design at OCADU
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Qualifications

Certificate in Fashion Design
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Post-Graduate Certificate in Concept Art for Entertainment
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Industry Experience

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