Isaiah Roa is a New Jersey-based illustrator, animator, and graphic designer focused on exploring concepts, characters, and storytelling through art and design. Having pursued art personally for well over a decade and a half, Isaiah graduated from the School of Visual Arts and hit the ground running, his work history ranging from motion graphic design for historical documentaries, to serving as art director for the independent animation company Adventure Noises, to providing graphic design and illustration for corporate communications. He has also worked to cultivate a community and social media following consisting of an audience of over 50k+ across Tiktok, Instagram, and YouTube. --- **Employment and project experience** **Graphic Designer** Bristol Myers Squibb. March 2023 - December 2024_ **Art Director** Adventure Noises Independent Animation Studio. December 2020 - March 2023_

Isaiah Roa

Isaiah Roa is a New Jersey-based illustrator, animator, and graphic designer focused on exploring concepts, characters, and storytelling through art and design. Having pursued art personally for well over a decade and a half, Isaiah graduated from the School of Visual Arts and hit the ground running, his work history ranging from motion graphic design for historical documentaries, to serving as art director for the independent animation company Adventure Noises, to providing graphic design and illustration for corporate communications. He has also worked to cultivate a community and social media following consisting of an audience of over 50k+ across Tiktok, Instagram, and YouTube. --- **Employment and project experience** **Graphic Designer** Bristol Myers Squibb. March 2023 - December 2024_ **Art Director** Adventure Noises Independent Animation Studio. December 2020 - March 2023_

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Isaiah Roa is a New Jersey-based illustrator, animator, and graphic designer focused on exploring concepts, characters, and storytelling through art and design.

Having pursued art personally for well over a decade and a half, Isaiah graduated from the School of Visual Arts and hit the ground running, his work history ranging from motion graphic design for historical documentaries, to serving as art director for the independent animation company Adventure Noises, to providing graphic design and illustration for corporate communications. He has also worked to cultivate a community and social media following consisting of an audience of over 50k+ across Tiktok, Instagram, and YouTube.


Employment and project experience

Graphic Designer Bristol Myers Squibb.
March 2023 - December 2024_

Art Director Adventure Noises Independent Animation Studio.
December 2020 - March 2023_

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer, Corporate Communications/Affairs at Bristol Myers Squibb
March 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Assisted and supported a team of designers on various internal and external projects. Created assets and materials such as icons, user interfaces, logos, animations, and promotional materials aligned with the company brand. Assembled and distributed informative materials on internal corporate affairs like newsletters, decks, banners, and notices. Conducted market research to stay updated on trends and business climate. Organized creative meetings to set project goals and provide input.
Art Director at Adventure Noises LLC
December 1, 2020 - March 1, 2023
Led and supported a team of artists and managers. Developed promotional materials, communications, and deliverables for staff, public audiences, and clients. Organized meetings for project goals and timelines. Created style and brand guides, decks, and marketing materials. Designed characters, storyboards, and assets for animated projects. Directed narrative and character design. Engaged in fast-paced collaborative environment to meet deadlines. Assisted with talent acquisition and attended networking events for client engagement and company growth.
Art Director at Laser Beams & Particle Streams Software Inc.
December 1, 2024 - Present
Developed visual style and creative vision for video games under an original IP. Oversaw development of UX/UI, character design, and asset generation. Integrated into the team during both in-progress projects and on set.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Art, Animation & Visual Effects at School of Visual Arts
September 1, 2016 - June 5, 2020
Associate in Fine Arts at Middlesex College
September 3, 2012 - June 1, 2016

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Gaming
    paper Bristol Myers Squibb Portfolio
    Body of work from my time as a Graphic Designer in Corporate Communications in Bristol Myers Squibb.