I’m an illustrator and designer with a strong focus on cartoon-driven visuals, storytelling, and bold, expressive worlds. I studied Illustration at the College for Creative Studies in Michigan, with minors in Entertainment Arts and Graphic Design, where I built a foundation that blends character work, branding, and visual narrative. My work spans illustration, cartooning, mural painting, and brand design, with experience across Los Angeles, New York, and Japan. I’ve collaborated on international brand projects and community-focused art, bringing playful energy and clear visual thinking to everything from large-scale murals to polished design systems. I’m inspired by animation, culture, and environments that value creativity, collaboration, and bringing art into public spaces.

Jessica Fend

I’m an illustrator and designer with a strong focus on cartoon-driven visuals, storytelling, and bold, expressive worlds. I studied Illustration at the College for Creative Studies in Michigan, with minors in Entertainment Arts and Graphic Design, where I built a foundation that blends character work, branding, and visual narrative. My work spans illustration, cartooning, mural painting, and brand design, with experience across Los Angeles, New York, and Japan. I’ve collaborated on international brand projects and community-focused art, bringing playful energy and clear visual thinking to everything from large-scale murals to polished design systems. I’m inspired by animation, culture, and environments that value creativity, collaboration, and bringing art into public spaces.

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I’m an illustrator and designer with a strong focus on cartoon-driven visuals, storytelling, and bold, expressive worlds. I studied Illustration at the College for Creative Studies in Michigan, with minors in Entertainment Arts and Graphic Design, where I built a foundation that blends character work, branding, and visual narrative.
My work spans illustration, cartooning, mural painting, and brand design, with experience across Los Angeles, New York, and Japan. I’ve collaborated on international brand projects and community-focused art, bringing playful energy and clear visual thinking to everything from large-scale murals to polished design systems. I’m inspired by animation, culture, and environments that value creativity, collaboration, and bringing art into public spaces.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Brand Design/Illustrator at PepsiCo
June 8, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Muralist/Illustrator at City Walls Detroit
September 1, 2024 - December 9, 2025
Graphic Design/Branding Mentor at Creasidence Shibuya, Japan
December 2, 2025 - December 30, 2025
Artist in Residence at Tokyo/Kaga Japan
September 4, 2025 - October 14, 2025

Education

High School Diploma at L'Anse Creuse High School
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026
Illustration and Entertainment Arts Program at College for Creative Studies
November 30, 0002 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Top 20 Entrepreneur of Impact
January 1, 2024 - December 29, 2025
Vans Shoe Design Winner
January 1, 2023 - December 29, 2025
Metro Arts Television Artist of the Month
July 1, 2024 - December 29, 2025
Detroit City Arts Spotlight
May 1, 2024 - December 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services