Hello, my name is Ellie Jayyoung Ryo, a visual development and background artist based in Pasadena, CA. I am a recent graduate from ArtCenter College of Design with a BFA in Illustration. My creative journey focuses on illustrating an environment that grasps the beauty from reality and brings it into a piece of painting that portrays a distinctive color palette that goes beyond reality. I treat background painting more than simply painting what the place looks like, but as a communication tool with people to give a sense of authenticity to the image.

Ellie Ryo

Hello, my name is Ellie Jayyoung Ryo, a visual development and background artist based in Pasadena, CA. I am a recent graduate from ArtCenter College of Design with a BFA in Illustration. My creative journey focuses on illustrating an environment that grasps the beauty from reality and brings it into a piece of painting that portrays a distinctive color palette that goes beyond reality. I treat background painting more than simply painting what the place looks like, but as a communication tool with people to give a sense of authenticity to the image.

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Hello, my name is Ellie Jayyoung Ryo, a visual development and background artist based in Pasadena, CA. I am a recent graduate from ArtCenter College of Design with a BFA in Illustration. My creative journey focuses on illustrating an environment that grasps the beauty from reality and brings it into a piece of painting that portrays a distinctive color palette that goes beyond reality. I treat background painting more than simply painting what the place looks like, but as a communication tool with people to give a sense of authenticity to the image.

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Language

English
Fluent
Korean
Fluent

Work Experience

Background Painter at Remote
November 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025
Paint backgrounds for 2D animation based on existing sketch, following the project’s coherent style; touch up painting to raise the quality of the final image using Adobe Photoshop, and communicate with teammates throughout the process.
Background Painter at Remote
June 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025
Paint backgrounds for 2D animation based on existing sketch, following the project’s coherent style; touch up painting to raise the quality of the final image using Adobe Photoshop, and communicate with teammates throughout the process.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at ArtCenter College of Design
September 1, 2020 - August 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services