Hi there! I'm Isaac Rodriguez, a passionate character and creature designer with a foundation in studio art, illustration, and game design. I love blending science and art to build engaging characters and worlds, and I enjoy crafting 2D assets for games and educational projects. I thrive in collaborative teams that push creative boundaries and love turning ideas into polished visuals. Currently studying at Berea College, I lead student initiatives that combine art, technology, and education. I value teamwork, mentorship, and bringing creative concepts to life—from logo design and illustration to game assets and storytelling—and I’m excited to contribute to diverse teams that explore new possibilities in art and design.

Isaac Rodriguez

Hi there! I'm Isaac Rodriguez, a passionate character and creature designer with a foundation in studio art, illustration, and game design. I love blending science and art to build engaging characters and worlds, and I enjoy crafting 2D assets for games and educational projects. I thrive in collaborative teams that push creative boundaries and love turning ideas into polished visuals. Currently studying at Berea College, I lead student initiatives that combine art, technology, and education. I value teamwork, mentorship, and bringing creative concepts to life—from logo design and illustration to game assets and storytelling—and I’m excited to contribute to diverse teams that explore new possibilities in art and design.

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Hi there! I’m Isaac Rodriguez, a passionate character and creature designer with a foundation in studio art, illustration, and game design. I love blending science and art to build engaging characters and worlds, and I enjoy crafting 2D assets for games and educational projects. I thrive in collaborative teams that push creative boundaries and love turning ideas into polished visuals.

Currently studying at Berea College, I lead student initiatives that combine art, technology, and education. I value teamwork, mentorship, and bringing creative concepts to life—from logo design and illustration to game assets and storytelling—and I’m excited to contribute to diverse teams that explore new possibilities in art and design.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Environmental Arts Education Leader at Pine Mountain Settlement School – Bledsoe, KY
May 1, 2025 - Present
On the art side of operations, transitioning from logo creation and scientific illustration to organizing programs where science and art overlap; coordinating resources and programs for groups ranging from college students to science professionals and elementary students.
Character Designer at Michael Lynn Animation Studio
January 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Designed characters, creatures, and 2D assets for projects including Black Legacy, Torn, and The Most Important Cookie.
Character Illustrator at Pyranos Studio
December 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Created character illustrations for Pyranos Studio's game Prismatic Nox' Gate.
Animal Illustrator at Forestry Outreach – Berea College
December 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Created a set of reptile scientific illustrations for the Forestry Outreach Center.
Animal Illustrator at Ornithology Club – Berea College
January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024
Collaborated with the Ornithology Club to create and present different illustrations of Kentucky birds at events on campus.
Illustrator at U-Lead Social Media
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021
Collaborated with the social media team to brainstorm ideas and create illustrations for holiday season social media posts; adjusted illustrations based on feedback and consistently met tight deadlines.
President at Video Game Design Club – Berea College
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Created opportunities for students to learn game design skills, including coding, character art, level design, music, and storytelling.
Lead Bike Repair Technician at Sustainability Office – Berea College
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Repairing bicycles and training new bike technicians on repair techniques and how to serve customers efficiently.
Illustrator at U-Lead Social Media – Athens, GA
September 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
Collaborated with the social media team to brainstorm ideas and create holiday season posts; adjusted illustrations based on feedback to meet tight deadlines.
President, Video Game Design Club at Berea College
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Created opportunities for students to learn game design skills, including coding, character art, level design, music, and storytelling.
Lead Bike Repair Tech at Sustainability Office - Berea College
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Repairing bicycles and training new bike technicians on bike-repair techniques and how to serve customers efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Art (Studio Art), Minor - Art History, Business Administration at Berea College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025
College Scholarship ($20,000) at U-Lead Athens
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2021
Bachelor of Arts, Art (Studio Art), Minor - Art History, Business Administration at Berea College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025
ULead Athens program at Athens, GA
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2021

Qualifications

Modern Guild Professional Bootcamp, Certificate of Completion
October 1, 2023 - December 16, 2025
Student Leadership Development Training Program, Certificate of Completion
November 1, 2024 - December 16, 2025
Modern Guild Professional Bootcamps, Certificate of Completion
October 1, 2023 - December 16, 2025
Student Leadership Development Training Program, Certificate of Completion
November 1, 2024 - December 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Software & Internet, Professional Services