I am a passionate illustrator and designer based near Seattle, with 10 years of professional experience delivering high-quality, engaging visuals. Skilled in both traditional and digital media, I excel at creating illustrations across a wide range of styles. My expertise spans illustration, design, and short-form video and animation creation. I bring creativity, adaptability, and strategic thinking to every project, continuously pushing my skills to craft thoughtful, visually compelling, and well-executed solutions.

Shanghee Shin

I am a passionate illustrator and designer based near Seattle, with 10 years of professional experience delivering high-quality, engaging visuals. Skilled in both traditional and digital media, I excel at creating illustrations across a wide range of styles. My expertise spans illustration, design, and short-form video and animation creation. I bring creativity, adaptability, and strategic thinking to every project, continuously pushing my skills to craft thoughtful, visually compelling, and well-executed solutions.

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I am a passionate illustrator and designer based near Seattle, with 10 years of professional experience delivering high-quality, engaging visuals. Skilled in both traditional and digital media, I excel at creating illustrations across a wide range of styles. My expertise spans illustration, design, and short-form video and animation creation. I bring creativity, adaptability, and strategic thinking to every project, continuously pushing my skills to craft thoughtful, visually compelling, and well-executed solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Korean
Fluent

Work Experience

Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Re-marks, Inc
January 1, 2017 - June 3, 2024
As the lead illustrator, created over 20 fully illustrated puzzles published by Barnes & Noble, contributing to a diverse and engaging product line. Designed licensed character products including bookmarks and merchandise for franchises such as Game of Thrones, Ted Lasso, Bob Ross, Outlander, and Golden Girls. Contributed to licensed designs for Sanrio, Harry Potter, and Dog Man, adapting to various styles while maintaining brand integrity. Played a key role in shaping and strengthening the company’s brand identity across multiple product categories.
Illustrator at Illustration X
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Worked as a freelance illustrator with clients including Microsoft, Lenovo, and Vegas7, creating illustrations for mobile apps, social media event promotions, magazine covers, and coloring books. Demonstrated versatility by adapting to various illustration styles, delivering creative and impactful visuals tailored to each project’s needs.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, CA
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Fine Arts Major at Cypress College, Cypress, CA
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006
High School Diploma at Korean Animation High School, Hanam, South Korea
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Professional Services