Youngin Cho
Illustrator / Concept Artist
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Concept illustrator and story artist highly passionate about art, technology and the creative processes involved in video game creation. Creative and goal-oriented with strong background in advertising and media production.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Illustrator
Self-employed
Port Moody, BC
01.2021 - Current
- Transformed ideas into high-quality illustration and character concept design creations to fulfill client requests.
- Gathered information and researched relevant data to create graphics, cartoons and illustrations.
- Applied color theory and lighting techniques in drawings and illustrations to add excitement, focus and depth.
- Learned 5+ new software packages in addition to traditional art methods.
- Generated design and model creation time estimates when needed.
Barista
Compass Group Starbucks
Burnaby, BC
01.2019 - Current
- Drew eye-catching special board displays to boost sales, which was recognized by SFU Dining marketing dept. for creative contribution.
- Trained new employees and collaborated with coworkers with clear communication skills and efficiency.
- Correctly followed safety protocols and successfully completed daily responsibilities as senior barista, including daily cash audits.
- Built strong connections with customers by memorizing personal preferences and allergy information.
- Learnt fast and adapted to new menus and system.
- Managed and controlled line with quick, efficient service.
Freelance Graphic Design Assistant
Brother Industry, Ltd
Seoul, Seoul
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Designed website layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Completed in-depth product design tests using updated software tools and 50+ images.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Worked with design systems to develop and present prototypes for focus group evaluation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
01.2019 - Current
- Awarded Undergraduate Open Scholarship (2021).
- Awarded Academic Success Scholarship (2019)
- Member of Student Ambassador Program
- Additional education with a Publishing Minor
Skills
Drawing and sketching
Visual storytelling
Graphic arts
Graphic Design
Adobe software
Personal Project
In progress of compiling children's illustrated book based on communication theories.
Timeline
Freelance Illustrator - Self-employed
01.2021 - Current
Freelance Graphic Design Assistant - Brother Industry, Ltd
10.2020 - 01.2021
Barista - Compass Group Starbucks
01.2019 - Current
Simon Fraser University - Bachelor of Arts, Communication
01.2019 - Current