Mishelle Sholkov
Toronto,ON
Summary
Professional Artist who brings ideas to life with striking visuals and precision. Possess a proven track record of delivering projects successfully on time and on budget. Create beautiful visuals using latest software using versatile skills in illustration, composition, character design and environment layout design.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Development Artist
Zizzlelab
07.2023 - Current
- Designed custom artwork in line with creative vision of creative director
- Created character and environment designs for a stem learning mobile game resulting in timely production
- Created custom Illustrations for marketing and social media assets.
Layout Artist
9 Story Media Group
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Applied Layout techniques to create dynamic visuals consistent with style of iconic Daniel Tiger Cartoon
- Implemented feedback and suggestions from Supervisor to improve designs
- Created layouts according to storyboards in a timely manner resulting in completion ahead of production schedule by two weeks
Layout Artist and Background Painter
Bitcoin Film
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Created backgrounds and illustrations to be integrated into the movie
- Produced 2D effects and animations
- Brainstormed ideas with the creative team and proposed visual solutions to various segments
Color Artist
Blue Ant Media
03.2021 - 03.2021
- Placed color formulas to match colors of each frame
- Collaborated with the Supervisor to discuss color issues
- Used Harmony and related software to color the designs
Layout Artist
Game Jam
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes, and manage project milestones
- Created Layouts and painted backgrounds for the game.
Background Artist and Layout Artist
Grizzly Bee Games
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Implemented artistic vision in developing art and design concepts
- Utilized digital techniques to create and enhance artwork
Manager for Short Film
Seneca College Of Applied Arts And Technology
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes to deliver the final product on time
- Managed team members, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate solutions.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
Education
Certificate - 3D Lighting
CG Master Academy
03.2024
Certificate - Art Fundamentals
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON08.2023
Certificate - Dynamic Sketching
CG Master Academy
03.2023
Certificate - 2D Animation And Visual Development
CG Master Academy
02.2023
Diploma - 2D Animation And Visual Development
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON04.2020
Certificate - Art Fundamentals
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON04.2019
Skills
- Illustration
- Character Design
- Visual storytelling
- Layout Design
- Environment Design
- Perspective Drawing
- Lighting and Texturing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Layout Artist and Background Painter
Bitcoin Film
09.2023 - 11.2023
Visual Development Artist
Zizzlelab
07.2023 - Current
Layout Artist
9 Story Media Group
04.2021 - 09.2022
Color Artist
Blue Ant Media
03.2021 - 03.2021
Layout Artist
Game Jam
02.2020 - 05.2020
Manager for Short Film
Seneca College Of Applied Arts And Technology
09.2019 - 04.2020
Background Artist and Layout Artist
Grizzly Bee Games
03.2019 - 07.2019
Certificate - 3D Lighting
CG Master Academy
Certificate - Art Fundamentals
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Certificate - Dynamic Sketching
CG Master Academy
Certificate - 2D Animation And Visual Development
CG Master Academy
Diploma - 2D Animation And Visual Development
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Certificate - Art Fundamentals
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
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