Hi, I'm Yzaak Clemence Manaog, a professional game artist and freelance designer and illustrator. I've been creating digital art for video games since 2023, working with various production teams both at the student and industry levels. Since 2018, I've also been freelancing as a graphic designer and digital illustrator, doing commissions and small projects. I'm passionate about the arts and game development and driven to share and improve my skills along with fellow artists and developers in the Filipino and Bikolano communities and beyond. I'm always eager to learn and collaborate with others. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to take leadership roles in arts organizations and contribute to game development camps, adding a fulfilling community aspect to my artistic journey.

Yzaak Clemence Manaog

Hi, I'm Yzaak Clemence Manaog, a professional game artist and freelance designer and illustrator. I've been creating digital art for video games since 2023, working with various production teams both at the student and industry levels. Since 2018, I've also been freelancing as a graphic designer and digital illustrator, doing commissions and small projects. I'm passionate about the arts and game development and driven to share and improve my skills along with fellow artists and developers in the Filipino and Bikolano communities and beyond. I'm always eager to learn and collaborate with others. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to take leadership roles in arts organizations and contribute to game development camps, adding a fulfilling community aspect to my artistic journey.

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Hi, I’m Yzaak Clemence Manaog, a professional game artist and freelance designer and illustrator. I’ve been creating digital art for video games since 2023, working with various production teams both at the student and industry levels. Since 2018, I’ve also been freelancing as a graphic designer and digital illustrator, doing commissions and small projects. I’m passionate about the arts and game development and driven to share and improve my skills along with fellow artists and developers in the Filipino and Bikolano communities and beyond.

I’m always eager to learn and collaborate with others. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to take leadership roles in arts organizations and contribute to game development camps, adding a fulfilling community aspect to my artistic journey.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance 2D Game Artist - Environment Artist at Breadwork Games
February 29, 2024 - July 10, 2025
Worked as a freelance 2D game artist specializing in environment art for an independent game studio based in the Philippines.
Pixel Artist/Animator at Megacat Studios
January 1, 2024 - Present
Artist and animator for video games focused on backgrounds and characters. Worked remotely with frequent communication in a team setup.
Game Director at Ateneo Animation Summer Camp
December 31, 2024 - July 10, 2025
Served as game director for two separate game development teams during two years of the Ateneo Game Development Summer Camp.
Intern Graphic Designer for Social Media at Merakiluna
December 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Interned with an online outsourcing company specializing in brand creation for US clients, focusing on graphic design for social media.
Designer and Illustrator at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Accepted commissions and jobs for graphic design and digital illustration projects since 2018.
Freelance 2D Game Artist - Environment Artist at Independent Game Studio, Philippines
February 29, 2024 - July 10, 2025
Worked as a freelance 2D game environment artist for an independent game studio, contributing to game projects through creating detailed and engaging environment art from September 2023 to February 2024.
Pixel Artist/Animator at Breadwork Games
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created pixel art and animations for video games including backgrounds and character work. Worked in a remote setup with frequent team communication, supporting game production quality from 2024 onward.
Game Director at Ateneo Animation Summer Camp
December 31, 2024 - July 10, 2025
Directed two separate game development production teams during the Ateneo Game Development Summer Camp hosted by the Ateneo de Naga University’s Digital Arts and Computer Animation Department, serving as participant and intern from 2023 to 2024.
Intern Graphic Designer for Social Media at Merakiluna
December 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Interned at an online outsourcing company specializing in branding for US clients. Supported graphic design and social media marketing tasks in 2023.
Designer and Illustrator at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Provided commissioned graphic design and illustration services to clients since 2018, building a diverse portfolio across various client projects and artistic styles.

Education

Junior High School Diploma at Ateneo de Naga University Junior High School
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Senior High School Diploma at Ateneo de Naga University Senior High School
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Junior High School Diploma at Ateneo de Naga University Junior High School
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Senior High School Diploma at Ateneo de Naga University Senior High School
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020

Qualifications

Founding President - Liga ng Kabataang Humuhubog ng Adbokasiya (LIKHA)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Internal Vice President/OIC Vice President - Digital Artist' League of Ateneo
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
4th Year Representative - Digital Artist' League of Ateneo
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Founding President - Liga ng Kabataang Humuhubog ng Adbokasiya (LIKHA)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Internal Vice President/OIC Vice President - Digital Artist' League of Ateneo
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
4th Year Representative - Digital Artist' League of Ateneo
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Gaming, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization