I'm a Visual Development Artist, passionate about storytelling and exploring unconventional ways to bring stories to life. I thrive in roles that blend character, layout, and environment design, and I enjoy experimenting with a versatile style to support animation pipelines. I'm a hardworking team collaborator who communicates clearly and can work independently when needed. I'm always looking to grow as an artist and stay connected with the animation community.

McKay Ifeadi

I'm a Visual Development Artist, passionate about storytelling and exploring unconventional ways to bring stories to life. I thrive in roles that blend character, layout, and environment design, and I enjoy experimenting with a versatile style to support animation pipelines. I'm a hardworking team collaborator who communicates clearly and can work independently when needed. I'm always looking to grow as an artist and stay connected with the animation community.

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I’m a Visual Development Artist, passionate about storytelling and exploring unconventional ways to bring stories to life. I thrive in roles that blend character, layout, and environment design, and I enjoy experimenting with a versatile style to support animation pipelines.

I’m a hardworking team collaborator who communicates clearly and can work independently when needed. I’m always looking to grow as an artist and stay connected with the animation community.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Development at H.E.L.L.
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Conceptualized and wrote story. Developed main and side characters from personalities to motivations. Gathered references, created thumbnails, and created four character designs: Charles, Lu, Jamie, and Cook.
Visual Development at Collector x I.D.
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Developed story and concept, including gathering resources, creating thumbnails, and designing characters, props, and weapons. Conceptualized the vehicle ‘Rigg’ to complement a character’s design and to assist in the story as an essential resource.
Visual Development at StudioX AAU
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Took on roles of storyboard artist, lead layout artist, character designer, and animator. Made myself available and flexible to make sure the project was completed, no matter where I was needed.
Art Assistant at DEZ Customz
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Prepped, painted, and designed orders for a variety of clientele that ranged from the average person to NFL players. Artistic requests included customized shoes, large murals, canvas paintings, customized helmets, and customized clothing.
Graphic Designer at Platinum Prints
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Created original designs and patterns for completing projects such as vinyl wraps (for cars, phones, laptops, walls, etc.), posters, business cards, and logos.

Education

BFA Visual Development at Academy of Art University
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment