This is my portfolio that contains character design, environmental design, illustrations, as well as projects I have worked on before. Please take a look!
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Qiaoyu Hu
- Burnaby, Canada
- 1 project
I’m a 2D Games Artist focused on bringing whimsy to life through character design and illustration, using vibrant color and strong silhouettes to make ideas feel playful and memorable.
About
I’m a 2D Games Artist focused on bringing whimsy to life through character design and illustration, using vibrant color and strong silhouettes to make ideas feel playful and memorable. I’m currently a Games Art student at the University of the Arts London (London College of Communication), where I iterate quickly in Photoshop—starting with thoughtful ideas, building fast 3D blockouts when helpful, and then painting over to achieve a cohesive final look under strict time constraints.
- Joined September 2026
Skills· 13
Languages
- EnglishFluent
- FrenchIntermediate
- ChineseFluent
Industry experience
- Education
- Gaming
- Media & Entertainment
- Professional Services
Projects · 1
Work experience· 7 roles
2D Environment Art Representative · University of the Arts LondonJan 2026 – Present · 11 mos
I worked closely with the Lead Environmental Artist to establish and maintain style guidelines, producing high-quality environment assets aligned with the approved direction. I also presented and explained artists’ intentions and design processes to the client on behalf of the Lead Artist, then revised and iterated assets based on client feedback.
Art Coordinator (Volunteer) · VolunteerJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos
Organized a team of about 20 artists and supported productivity in a project pipeline. Scheduled and facilitated meetings with administrators, other coordinators, and artists to track progress toward goals. Ran bi-weekly work sessions, provided and received critique to improve overall illustration quality, and used body-doubling to help the team maintain momentum in fast-paced production.
Art Director · University of the Arts LondonJan 2024 – Dec 2025 · 2 yrs
I managed a team of 10 artists in a professional setting, delivering high-quality art assets on schedule. I stayed in frequent communication with the lead game developer, providing consistent updates on asset production, and ensured a coherent art direction across all assets.
Game Art Student · University of the Arts LondonAug 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 4 mos
Games Art Student / 2D Character & Environment Artist (Idea and Design) · University of the Arts LondonJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Game Art Student (2D Character & Landscape Design) · University of the Arts LondonJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Commission Artist · Self-employedJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos
Education· 5
BA (Hons) Games Art · University of the Arts London (London College of Communication)2030 – 2026
BA (Hons) Games Art · University of the Arts London (London College of Communication)2026
CCW Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design · University of the Arts London (Camberwell College of Arts)2021 – 2022
High School Diploma · Burnaby Mountain Secondary School2017 – 2022
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