Hi, I’m Anh Nguyen, a multidisciplinary artist focused on illustration, concept design, and production visuals. I enjoy blending traditional painting with digital techniques to craft vibrant environments for animation, games, and exhibitions. I’m driven by collaborative projects and love turning script briefs into expressive, story-driven visuals. My work spans academia and industry, from student exhibitions to indie studios in Vietnam and the U.S. I’m passionate about bridging research and creativity, exploring AI ethics in storytelling, and sharing ideas that connect with diverse audiences.

Anh Nguyen

Hi, I’m Anh Nguyen, a multidisciplinary artist focused on illustration, concept design, and production visuals. I enjoy blending traditional painting with digital techniques to craft vibrant environments for animation, games, and exhibitions. I’m driven by collaborative projects and love turning script briefs into expressive, story-driven visuals. My work spans academia and industry, from student exhibitions to indie studios in Vietnam and the U.S. I’m passionate about bridging research and creativity, exploring AI ethics in storytelling, and sharing ideas that connect with diverse audiences.

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Hi, I’m Anh Nguyen, a multidisciplinary artist focused on illustration, concept design, and production visuals. I enjoy blending traditional painting with digital techniques to craft vibrant environments for animation, games, and exhibitions. I’m driven by collaborative projects and love turning script briefs into expressive, story-driven visuals.

My work spans academia and industry, from student exhibitions to indie studios in Vietnam and the U.S. I’m passionate about bridging research and creativity, exploring AI ethics in storytelling, and sharing ideas that connect with diverse audiences.

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Work Experience

Background Artist at Shell Rounded - Independent Production
March 1, 2026 - Present
Created two production-ready background illustrations (interior and exterior) based on script and visual brief; Collaborated with director through meetings and feedback to meet production expectations and deadlines
Background Artist at Wuity Edutainment
September 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Design and paint 30+ backgrounds and props in Adobe Photoshop for the YouTube cartoon series Nuton and Lola, contributing to 30,000+ views per episode; Develop visual styles and meet production deadlines, demonstrating creative flexibility and clear communication within a fast-paced production pipeline
Background Art Intern at Sun Wolf Animation Studio
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Designed and painted 16 detailed backgrounds in Clip Studio Paint for the comic adaptation of U Linh Tich Ky, contributing to an expected revenue of $3,500 per chapter; Collaborated in a fast-paced environment with a team of 5 artists to ensure visual consistency and meet production deadlines, demonstrating strong teamwork and time management skills
Research Assistant at Art Department, Luther College
June 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Integrated insights from 8 academic articles on AI ethics to develop an 11-page screenplay, 3 character designs, 1 environment, 1 prop, and 1 concept illustration that explores the dilemma of artificial intelligence making moral decisions; Bridged research and creative practice to make AI ethical dilemmas accessible and engaging
Creative Assistant at Thype Jewelry
September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Developed and executed creative concepts, turning sketches and ideas into finalized art direction; Created and animated social media videos for Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to promote the “Self-Archiving” jewelry collection, achieving 200+ total views; Photographed, edited and retouched 100+ product photos using Photoshop, ensuring high-quality visuals for marketing
Studio and Gallery Assistant at Luther College
September 1, 2024 - Present
Set up and prepare 5 exhibitions that attracted 200+ participants; Capture and edit 80+ exhibition photos using Photoshop, ensuring high-quality archival images; Represent art majors to speak with 100+ prospective students

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Luther College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026

Qualifications

Phi Beta Kappa
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
CTNX 2025 Exhibiting Artist Award
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Lanesboro Arts’ Early Career Artist Exhibition
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Women In Animation’s Mentee
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Marjorie V. Barth Scholarship in Art
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Dean’s List
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Founders Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Colin Farbotko Memorial Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services