Hi, I’m Emily V. Hoang—a concept artist and illustrator based in Toronto. I specialize in visual development, concept art, and character design, with a passion for storytelling expressed through expressive visuals and a mix of digital and traditional media. I love collaborating on bold, narrative-driven projects and bringing immersive visuals to life. My experience spans background illustration, game art, and freelance design work, and I’m excited to explore opportunities in visual development, concept art, and illustration.…

Emily V. Hoang

Hi, I’m Emily V. Hoang—a concept artist and illustrator based in Toronto. I specialize in visual development, concept art, and character design, with a passion for storytelling expressed through expressive visuals and a mix of digital and traditional media. I love collaborating on bold, narrative-driven projects and bringing immersive visuals to life. My experience spans background illustration, game art, and freelance design work, and I’m excited to explore opportunities in visual development, concept art, and illustration.…

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Hi, I’m Emily V. Hoang—a concept artist and illustrator based in Toronto. I specialize in visual development, concept art, and character design, with a passion for storytelling expressed through expressive visuals and a mix of digital and traditional media.

I love collaborating on bold, narrative-driven projects and bringing immersive visuals to life. My experience spans background illustration, game art, and freelance design work, and I’m excited to explore opportunities in visual development, concept art, and illustration.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Cashier Assistant at Costco Business Centre
June 1, 2021 - November 6, 2025
Processed payments and supported customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
Cashier / Food Server at Chungchun Rice Hotdog
June 30, 2021 - June 30, 2021
Delivered personalized service and maintained high cleanliness standards during COVID-19.
Seasonal Plant Associate at Sheridan Nurseries
June 30, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Seasonal Plant Associate at Sheridan Nurseries
May 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020
Seasonal plant care, merchandising and customer assistance.
Background Artist at Nested Memories
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created atmospheric background illustrations for a visual story game.
Visual Artist at Hoya Hacks
January 29, 2021 - January 31, 2021
Contributed to a game jam project as an artist under a 48-hour deadline.
Visual Designer at Hack and Wellness
February 1, 2021 - February 28, 2021
Produced digital assets and illustrations for a mental health-themed hackathon project.
Yearbook Cover Designer at SA TEC
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Designed the official cover for the school's yearbook.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Ontario College of Art & Design University (OCAD U)
January 1, 2020 - November 6, 2025
High School Diploma at SATEC @ W.A. Porter Collegiate Institute
January 1, 2016 - June 30, 2020
High School Diploma at SA TEC @ W.A. Porter Collegiate Institute
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2020
Environmental SHSM Certification at SA TEC @ W.A. Porter Collegiate Institute
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Drawing & Painting: Digital Painting & Expanded Animation (DPXA) at Ontario College of Art & Design University (OCAD U)
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026

Qualifications

Environmental SHSM Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2020
Environmental SHSM Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Drawing & Painting: Digital Painting & Expanded Animation (DPXA)
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services, Other

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Experience Level