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I’m Michael Kang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who blends fine art, digital media, and storytelling to create bold and imaginative visuals. With a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts, I’ve built a portfolio that spans apparel, branding, packaging, character design, graphic design, typography and poster art. My work has been showcased in exhibitions and I’ve collaborated on projects ranging from custom portraits and album covers to medical illustrations and interactive digital design. What makes me stand out is the way I merge technical fluency with personal narrative and being able task with different sets of skills and art design. As a first-generation Korean American, my cultural identity and life experiences inspire much of my creative voice, giving my projects emotional depth and authenticity. I approach design holistically moving fluidly between illustration, design, and motion and clients value my ability to translate abstract ideas into impactful visuals that resonate. My process is collaborative, concept-driven, and rooted in storytelling, ensuring every project connects meaningfully with its audience.…I’m Michael Kang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who blends fine art, digital media, and storytelling to create bold and imaginative visuals. With a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts, I’ve built a portfolio that spans apparel, branding, packaging, character design, graphic design, typography and poster art. My work has been showcased in exhibitions and I’ve collaborated on projects ranging from custom portraits and album covers to medical illustrations and interactive digital design. What makes me stand out is the way I merge technical fluency with personal narrative and being able task with different sets of skills and art design. As a first-generation Korean American, my cultural identity and life experiences inspire much of my creative voice, giving my projects emotional depth and authenticity. I approach design holistically moving fluidly between illustration, design, and motion and clients value my ability to translate abstract ideas into impactful visuals that resonate. My process is collaborative, concept-driven, and rooted in storytelling, ensuring every project connects meaningfully with its audience.

Michael Kang

Illustrator, Brand Designer, Designer, +3

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I’m Michael Kang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who blends fine art, digital media, and storytelling to create bold and imaginative visuals. With a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts, I’ve built a portfolio that spans apparel, branding, packaging, character design, graphic design, typography and poster art. My work has been showcased in exhibitions and I’ve collaborated on projects ranging from custom portraits and album covers to medical illustrations and interactive digital design. What makes me stand out is the way I merge technical fluency with personal narrative and being able task with different sets of skills and art design. As a first-generation Korean American, my cultural identity and life experiences inspire much of my creative voice, giving my projects emotional depth and authenticity. I approach design holistically moving fluidly between illustration, design, and motion and clients value my ability to translate abstract ideas into impactful visuals that resonate. My process is collaborative, concept-driven, and rooted in storytelling, ensuring every project connects meaningfully with its audience.…I’m Michael Kang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who blends fine art, digital media, and storytelling to create bold and imaginative visuals. With a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts, I’ve built a portfolio that spans apparel, branding, packaging, character design, graphic design, typography and poster art. My work has been showcased in exhibitions and I’ve collaborated on projects ranging from custom portraits and album covers to medical illustrations and interactive digital design. What makes me stand out is the way I merge technical fluency with personal narrative and being able task with different sets of skills and art design. As a first-generation Korean American, my cultural identity and life experiences inspire much of my creative voice, giving my projects emotional depth and authenticity. I approach design holistically moving fluidly between illustration, design, and motion and clients value my ability to translate abstract ideas into impactful visuals that resonate. My process is collaborative, concept-driven, and rooted in storytelling, ensuring every project connects meaningfully with its audience.

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I’m Michael Kang, a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who blends fine art, digital media, and storytelling to create bold and imaginative visuals. With a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts, I’ve built a portfolio that spans apparel, branding, packaging, character design, graphic design, typography and poster art. My work has been showcased in exhibitions and I’ve collaborated on projects ranging from custom portraits and album covers to medical illustrations and interactive digital design.

What makes me stand out is the way I merge technical fluency with personal narrative and being able task with different sets of skills and art design. As a first-generation Korean American, my cultural identity and life experiences inspire much of my creative voice, giving my projects emotional depth and authenticity. I approach design holistically moving fluidly between illustration, design, and motion and clients value my ability to translate abstract ideas into impactful visuals that resonate. My process is collaborative, concept-driven, and rooted in storytelling, ensuring every project connects meaningfully with its audience.

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Work Experience

Designer at Impact Trial Consulting LLC

December 31, 2021 - Present

Designed 2D high-impact visual demonstratives and case-specific graphics for 125+ civil and criminal cases, contributing to an 80% trial success rate by enhancing courtroom narratives, through translating complex legal and technical information into persuasive visuals using Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint. Designed sponsorship pamphlets over 2 years, helping position the company as a proud supporter of the Discovering Justice Gala, by coordinating with the marketing team and leadership to align messaging and visual identity. Designed public Linkedin templates and graphics for company milestones and sponsorship initiatives, enhancing brand awareness and audience connection on social media platforms, by collaborating with the company’s marketing team to create visually compelling content using Illustratorand PowerPoint. Assisted in designing and creating illustrations for 12 presentations to the Harvard Law Class of 2023, enhancing understanding of Asian American history and contributions in law, by collaborating with presenters to develop clear and engaging visual materials.

Illustrator/Designer Intern at Oregon Urology Institute

May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2021

Assisted in anatomy research and presented findings for the Treatment GPS tool, helping improve patient understanding of BPH symptom management, through initial assessments of symptoms and treatment options. Designed and animated medical illustrations for a BPH symptom slideshow on the company website, mobile application, helped educate patients through clear, informative visuals, by translating treatment information into accessible and engaging graphics.

Senior Fellow Coordinator at California College of the Arts

September 1, 2018 - August 1, 2021

Led the Health and Wellness Program within the Student Council, achieving the highest event attendance of the semester, by organizing engaging wellness initiatives and effectively promoting them across campus. Designed the first-ever branded apparel for the CCA Radio Program, helping raise $600 through a successful fundraiser, by creating and launching custom T-shirt designs that aligned with the station’s identity and engaged the campus community. Collaborated with CCAGD to design colorways and illustrations for a canvas bag for the Department of Illustration and Design, achieving 150+ sales, by creating visually appealing designs that resonated with students and promoted departmental branding.

Designer at Designer Impact Trial Consulting, LLC

January 1, 2022 - Present

Designed 2D high-impact visual demonstratives and case-specific graphics for 125+ civil and criminal cases, contributing to an 80% trial success rate by translating complex legal and technical information into persuasive visuals using Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint. Designed sponsorship pamphlets and social graphics, coordinating with the marketing team and leadership to align messaging and visual identity. Assisted in creating illustrations for Harvard Law Class of 2023 presentations to convey Asian American history and contributions in law.

Senior Fellow Coordinator at California College of the Arts

August 1, 2021 - October 2, 2025

Assisted anatomy research and presented findings for the Treatment GPS tool; designed and animated medical illustrations for a BPH symptom slideshow on the company website and mobile app, translating treatment information into accessible and engaging graphics.

Illustrator/Designer Intern at Oregon Urology Institute

August 1, 2020 - October 2, 2025

Designed and animated medical illustrations for a BPH symptom slideshow on the company website and mobile application, helping educate patients through clear, informative visuals by translating treatment information into accessible graphics.