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I am a graduate from the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a degree in art, specializing in game design. I'm passionate about gaming and art, and I'm eager to join a dynamic and enthusiastic team to create awesome video games. I love collaborating with others and using my creative skills to bring ideas to life. With experience founding a game design club at UCSC and working as a freelance artist, I've developed strong skills in concept art, social media outreach, and mentoring. I'm adaptable, a strong team player, and committed to delivering high-quality work while managing multiple projects efficiently.…I am a graduate from the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a degree in art, specializing in game design. I'm passionate about gaming and art, and I'm eager to join a dynamic and enthusiastic team to create awesome video games. I love collaborating with others and using my creative skills to bring ideas to life. With experience founding a game design club at UCSC and working as a freelance artist, I've developed strong skills in concept art, social media outreach, and mentoring. I'm adaptable, a strong team player, and committed to delivering high-quality work while managing multiple projects efficiently.

Fia McCord

Concept Artist, Artist, Game Designer, +3

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I am a graduate from the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a degree in art, specializing in game design. I'm passionate about gaming and art, and I'm eager to join a dynamic and enthusiastic team to create awesome video games. I love collaborating with others and using my creative skills to bring ideas to life. With experience founding a game design club at UCSC and working as a freelance artist, I've developed strong skills in concept art, social media outreach, and mentoring. I'm adaptable, a strong team player, and committed to delivering high-quality work while managing multiple projects efficiently.…I am a graduate from the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a degree in art, specializing in game design. I'm passionate about gaming and art, and I'm eager to join a dynamic and enthusiastic team to create awesome video games. I love collaborating with others and using my creative skills to bring ideas to life. With experience founding a game design club at UCSC and working as a freelance artist, I've developed strong skills in concept art, social media outreach, and mentoring. I'm adaptable, a strong team player, and committed to delivering high-quality work while managing multiple projects efficiently.

Available to hire

I am a graduate from the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a degree in art, specializing in game design. I’m passionate about gaming and art, and I’m eager to join a dynamic and enthusiastic team to create awesome video games. I love collaborating with others and using my creative skills to bring ideas to life.

With experience founding a game design club at UCSC and working as a freelance artist, I’ve developed strong skills in concept art, social media outreach, and mentoring. I’m adaptable, a strong team player, and committed to delivering high-quality work while managing multiple projects efficiently.

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder and Club Officer at UCSC Independent Game Development Coalition

January 1, 2022 - June 21, 2024

Founding member and officer for a large student-run game design club at UCSC. Participated in multiple teams making games and oversaw all social media, including designing art and graphics for public outreach. Successfully grew the coalition from 6 to more than 150 members within months and taught students how to utilize resources for game design and understand art in gaming.

Freelance Artist at Self-employed

January 1, 2018 - June 21, 2024

Partnered with clients to create concept designs, art prints, cards, signage, t-shirts, stickers, and sets. Managed the entire process from concept to editing, ensuring deadlines were met, briefs were followed, and high-quality work was delivered efficiently and on time.

Team member, Artist, Barista, Food preparation at Companion Bakeshop

June 1, 2023 - June 21, 2024

Worked in a fast-paced environment as a shift lead and trained barista. Interacted with the public, trained new employees, and collaborated with management to create designs for new products, marketing artwork, and signage throughout the store.

Team lead, Barista, Food service at Mr. Z’s Crepes and Teas

July 1, 2021 - September 30, 2022

Mentored and supported the team in multiple roles including barista, crepe chef, customer service, training new employees, food preparation, and dishwashing duties.

Founder and Club Officer at UCSC Independent Game Development Coalition

January 1, 2022 - Present

Founding member and officer for a large student-run game design club at UCSC. Participated in multiple game development teams. Managed all social media including designing art and graphics for public outreach, growing the club from 6 to over 150 members within months. Taught students how to access resources to facilitate game design and art understanding.

Freelance Artist at Self-employed

January 1, 2018 - Present

Collaborated with clients to create concept designs, art prints, cards, signage, t-shirts, stickers, and sets. Involved in the complete process from concept to delivery, meeting deadlines and adhering to briefs to provide high-quality, efficient, and timely work.

Team member, Artist, Barista, Food preparation at Companion Bakeshop

June 1, 2023 - Present

Worked in a fast-paced environment as a shift lead and trained barista, interacting with the public, training new employees, working with management to design new product artwork, marketing materials, and store signage.

Team lead, Barista, Food service at Mr. Z’s Crepes and Teas

September 30, 2022 - July 10, 2025

Mentored and supported the team in multiple roles including barista, crepe chef, customer service, new employee training, food prep, and dishwashing.