My name is Victoria and I am a Concept Artist and Illustrator who is passionate about character design and character-driven narratives. I have previous experience working as a character illustrator for comics, video games, animations, and film projects. I have self-directed two animated films about mental health, which have both received festival recognition. My most recent film, “true_self.exe”, is currently airing on Aspire TV. I am thrilled by the process of using my art to bring stories to life, and I enjoy narratives which are heartfelt, psychological, and introspective. As an artist, I strive to create works which stimulate self-reflection, represent diverse perspectives, and empower women and underrepresented communities. I hope to work on numerous creative projects which will touch people’s hearts.

Victoria Cruell

My name is Victoria and I am a Concept Artist and Illustrator who is passionate about character design and character-driven narratives. I have previous experience working as a character illustrator for comics, video games, animations, and film projects. I have self-directed two animated films about mental health, which have both received festival recognition. My most recent film, “true_self.exe”, is currently airing on Aspire TV. I am thrilled by the process of using my art to bring stories to life, and I enjoy narratives which are heartfelt, psychological, and introspective. As an artist, I strive to create works which stimulate self-reflection, represent diverse perspectives, and empower women and underrepresented communities. I hope to work on numerous creative projects which will touch people’s hearts.

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My name is Victoria and I am a Concept Artist and Illustrator who is passionate about character design and character-driven narratives. I have previous experience working as a character illustrator for comics, video games, animations, and film projects. I have self-directed two animated films about mental health, which have both received festival recognition. My most recent film, “true_self.exe”, is currently airing on Aspire TV. I am thrilled by the process of using my art to bring stories to life, and I enjoy narratives which are heartfelt, psychological, and introspective. As an artist, I strive to create works which stimulate self-reflection, represent diverse perspectives, and empower women and underrepresented communities. I hope to work on numerous creative projects which will touch people’s hearts.

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Work Experience

2D Animator at Oblations
May 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Fully designed and executed an animated music video for the song Airplane by the band Oblations.
Character Designer at Kolanut Productions
July 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Completed character designs, expressions, and logos for a comics series.
Character Illustrator at Good Mind Games
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Illustrated battle-themed character poses and card art for a card-based video game about conquering mental health issues.
Concept Artist at Jizo No Akumu
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Created preliminary character and prop designs for the 3D-horror Japanese-themed video game, Jizo No Akumu.
Animation Mentor at Expanded Animation: Research Collaboration Grant
April 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Mentored two Communications Apprentices studying at Batchelor Institute in Australia; conducted Zoom sessions advising on animation principles and production.

Education

Master of Fine Arts in Animation and Digital Arts at University of Southern California (USC)
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2023
Certificate of Achievement - 2D Animation Online Summer School at 2D Animation Online Summer School
July 1, 2021 - January 21, 2026

Qualifications

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation
August 1, 2016 - May 1, 2020
Shriram Family Graduate Student Scholarship Fund
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Richard Sohn Memorial Endowed Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Endowed Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Research Collaboration Grant (Expanded Animation)
April 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Certificate of Achievement - 2D Animation Online Summer School
July 1, 2021 - January 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education