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I'm Stella Cai, an experienced illustrator with a strong background in 2D/3D workflows, visual development, and concept art. I have a proven ability to define visual identities and execute high-fidelity models, contributing to award-winning projects. I currently lead concept art at Cosmic Orb Studio, shaping color palettes, stylized aesthetics, and character pipelines for cross-disciplinary teams. I enjoy translating ideas into high-quality visuals and guiding junior artists through the 2D/3D workflow to bring ambitious projects to life.…I'm Stella Cai, an experienced illustrator with a strong background in 2D/3D workflows, visual development, and concept art. I have a proven ability to define visual identities and execute high-fidelity models, contributing to award-winning projects. I currently lead concept art at Cosmic Orb Studio, shaping color palettes, stylized aesthetics, and character pipelines for cross-disciplinary teams. I enjoy translating ideas into high-quality visuals and guiding junior artists through the 2D/3D workflow to bring ambitious projects to life.

Stella Cai

Concept Artist, Illustrator, Animator, +3

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I'm Stella Cai, an experienced illustrator with a strong background in 2D/3D workflows, visual development, and concept art. I have a proven ability to define visual identities and execute high-fidelity models, contributing to award-winning projects. I currently lead concept art at Cosmic Orb Studio, shaping color palettes, stylized aesthetics, and character pipelines for cross-disciplinary teams. I enjoy translating ideas into high-quality visuals and guiding junior artists through the 2D/3D workflow to bring ambitious projects to life.…I'm Stella Cai, an experienced illustrator with a strong background in 2D/3D workflows, visual development, and concept art. I have a proven ability to define visual identities and execute high-fidelity models, contributing to award-winning projects. I currently lead concept art at Cosmic Orb Studio, shaping color palettes, stylized aesthetics, and character pipelines for cross-disciplinary teams. I enjoy translating ideas into high-quality visuals and guiding junior artists through the 2D/3D workflow to bring ambitious projects to life.

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I’m Stella Cai, an experienced illustrator with a strong background in 2D/3D workflows, visual development, and concept art. I have a proven ability to define visual identities and execute high-fidelity models, contributing to award-winning projects.

I currently lead concept art at Cosmic Orb Studio, shaping color palettes, stylized aesthetics, and character pipelines for cross-disciplinary teams. I enjoy translating ideas into high-quality visuals and guiding junior artists through the 2D/3D workflow to bring ambitious projects to life.

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Lead character & environment concept artist at Cosmic Orb Studio

May 1, 2025 - Present

Defined core color palettes and a stylized low-poly aesthetic for the project, producing high-fidelity environment concept art that served as the primary reference for all asset production. Spearheaded the character pipeline, delivering standard orthographic views, facial expression sheets, and costume designs. Executed first-pass 3D low-poly models and textures; the project won the Tencent AI Game Innovation Award in November 2025.

Concept Artist at Animation MA Final Project

September 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Directed the visual translation from 2D concepts into fully realized stylized 3D environments, managing complex texture and shader workflows to maintain stylistic integrity. Orchestrated dynamic camera movements and framing to showcase 3D environments while preserving a stylized aesthetic.

2D Leader at Animation Short Film

March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Led the 2D visual strategy, developing comprehensive color keys and lighting scripts to define the atmospheric mood and establish the aesthetic foundation. Mentored the 2D team in creating style frames and background paintings, ensuring stylistic consistency across sequences. Collaborated with the 3D department to direct lighting and rendering, ensuring 3D assets aligned with the established 2D aesthetic to fulfill the director’s vision.

Freelance Illustrator at ILUMIA, inc.

July 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024

Crafted custom cover art for 'Rain, My Flow,' and released on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.

Junior Graphic Designer at Ruder Finn, inc.

June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022

Developed a unified visual system and style guide for employee onboarding while ensuring brand consistency across all media. Efficiently produced diverse digital assets and posters to support urgent corporate launches.

Illustrator at Solo Exhibition: Perception and Imagination

June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023

Produced a digital drawing series critically examining the intersection of human emotion and digital existence in the age of AI. Showcased original works based on personal narratives and life journeys from individual interviews.