I am a multidisciplinary artist from Metro Detroit who specializes in illustrative design that push boundaries with a blend of surrealism and street inspired art. I have worked professionally as a Graphic Designer and Illustrator for the last 5 years with experience in digital and environmental design, apparel, and UX/UI.…

Shay Smith

I am a multidisciplinary artist from Metro Detroit who specializes in illustrative design that push boundaries with a blend of surrealism and street inspired art. I have worked professionally as a Graphic Designer and Illustrator for the last 5 years with experience in digital and environmental design, apparel, and UX/UI.…

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I am a multidisciplinary artist from Metro Detroit who specializes in illustrative design that push boundaries with a blend of surrealism and street inspired art. I have worked professionally as a Graphic Designer and Illustrator for the last 5 years with experience in digital and environmental design, apparel, and UX/UI.

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Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer and 3D Artist at Self-employed (Detroit)
April 1, 2021 - Present
Worked on a variety of projects including product visualization, motion graphics, and character modeling.
Animator and Designer at Dance Academy of Bloomfield Hills
December 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024
Created custom animation based on the show's theme; curated slideshows from photos and videos taken throughout the year; provided the projected visual experience of the studio's yearly recital.

Education

A.S. at Schoolcraft College
April 1, 2014 - May 1, 2015
B.S. in Biological Science at Wayne State University
August 1, 2015 - May 1, 2017

Qualifications

RYT-200
January 1, 2021 - January 4, 2026
CGMA - Stylized Characters for Games
January 11, 2030 - January 4, 2026
Pi Theta Kappa Honors
January 11, 2030 - January 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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    •Established an independent art business.
    •Manage business operations, including branding, marketing, sales, budgeting, and business development.
    •Create original artworks, commissioned pieces, and limited-edition collections.
    •Implement marketing strategies to build brand presence through social media content
    •Build entire website.

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