Hi, I'm Junjing Ruan, a passionate Concept Design Illustrator with experience in creating compelling characters and visual assets for games and exhibitions. I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ideas to life through stylized art and detailed designs. I'm currently expanding my skills at Carnegie Mellon University and excited about creating captivating and functional artwork. I have worked with industry professionals and participated in projects ranging from game prototypes to board games, always focusing on clear visual storytelling and engaging designs. I'm fluent in English and Mandarin, with a beginner grasp of Japanese, eager to grow and contribute my creativity and technical skills to new challenges.

Junjing Ruan

Hi, I'm Junjing Ruan, a passionate Concept Design Illustrator with experience in creating compelling characters and visual assets for games and exhibitions. I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ideas to life through stylized art and detailed designs. I'm currently expanding my skills at Carnegie Mellon University and excited about creating captivating and functional artwork. I have worked with industry professionals and participated in projects ranging from game prototypes to board games, always focusing on clear visual storytelling and engaging designs. I'm fluent in English and Mandarin, with a beginner grasp of Japanese, eager to grow and contribute my creativity and technical skills to new challenges.

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Hi, I’m Junjing Ruan, a passionate Concept Design Illustrator with experience in creating compelling characters and visual assets for games and exhibitions. I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ideas to life through stylized art and detailed designs. I’m currently expanding my skills at Carnegie Mellon University and excited about creating captivating and functional artwork.

I have worked with industry professionals and participated in projects ranging from game prototypes to board games, always focusing on clear visual storytelling and engaging designs. I’m fluent in English and Mandarin, with a beginner grasp of Japanese, eager to grow and contribute my creativity and technical skills to new challenges.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Character Design Intern at ShengQu Games
August 31, 2021 - July 30, 2025
Crafted 6 NPC characters with character art team leader for Don't Starve: Newhome, in partnership with Klei Entertainment to define characters' skills, traits, and visual representation. Partnered daily with the Lead Character Designer to adapt and refine character visuals in the distinctive Tim Burton-inspired style. Engaged in weekly feedback loops with Klei Entertainment, resulting in over 20 iterations per character to meet visual and functional requirements.
Illustrator Intern at JieFang Daily
October 31, 2019 - July 30, 2025
Designed venue merchandise tailored to the exhibition’s visual identity and target demographics, resulting in over ¥10,000 in projected value. Created five original mascot characters selected for the finalist shortlist, reflecting regional identity and cultural motifs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of Shanghai for Science and Technology
September 1, 2017 - June 30, 2021

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods