Sarah Jones
Visual Development Artist, Conceptual Designer
Sarasota, FL, USA
4439944030
be.net/sjonesconcepts
Illustration serves as a tool for my imagination to thrive. I utilize visual development to discover the possibilities of an idea, by forging new combinations of abstract subjects with mundane objects. Guided by traditional illustration principles, I apply a variety of digital software and media in distinctive combinations to convey concepts at daring new elevations as I explore the depths and layers of creativity. I incorporate both pragmatic detail and fluid motion in my work, investigating the boundaries of believable design while appealing to the exaggeration of anatomical movement in character expression.
Work Experience
Ringling College Of Art And Design
Concept Developer
As part of an upper level course in visual development, conceived and executed original story, characters, props, environments, and vehicles in support of plot:
• Critically analyzed character and story approaches, focused on environments and effects.
• Utilized Photoshop, Illustrator, Zbrush, Blender, and traditional drawing for conceptual character and landscape production.
• Executed final production and pitches showcasing utilization and aims.
• Critically analyzed character and story approaches, focused on environments and effects.
• Utilized Photoshop, Illustrator, Zbrush, Blender, and traditional drawing for conceptual character and landscape production.
• Executed final production and pitches showcasing utilization and aims.
August 2016
- Present
Sarasota, Florida, United States
Ringling College Of Art And Design
Character Developer
Created original story, established characters, and built environments supporting characters for upper level course in visual development:
• Developed original story line and thumbnail panels.
• Executed final concept sheets and renderings to display fully developed character andvisual aesthetics.
• Pitched final concepts and diplomatically responded to questions.
• Developed original story line and thumbnail panels.
• Executed final concept sheets and renderings to display fully developed character andvisual aesthetics.
• Pitched final concepts and diplomatically responded to questions.
August 2016
- Present
Sarasota, Florida, United States
Infinity Theater Co
Scenic Charge Artist / Set Designer
Lead team of 10 painters and interns; oversaw the painting of theatrical set pieces in a 6500 sq. ft. stage; worked directly with set designer to decipher and recreate technical drawings; as well as additional renderings in a 3D real life setting:
• Conceived stylized theatrical set designs; reproduced colors, textures, and ageing of surfaces.
• Worked under strict deadlines in a professional work environment as part of a management team.
• Conceived stylized theatrical set designs; reproduced colors, textures, and ageing of surfaces.
• Worked under strict deadlines in a professional work environment as part of a management team.
May 2015
- August 2016
New York, New York, United States
Ringling College Of Art And Design
Resident Assistant
Supervised 20 residents in programming, counseling, judicial, and administrative roles:
• Completed training program on health, safety, academic policies, and conflict resolution; handled and averted emergencies.
• Established relationships with residents; referred students to appropriate college personal; submitted weekly reports to RA coordinator.
• Advised residents on personal, academic, and social affairs; developed educational and beneficial programs for residents.
• Completed training program on health, safety, academic policies, and conflict resolution; handled and averted emergencies.
• Established relationships with residents; referred students to appropriate college personal; submitted weekly reports to RA coordinator.
• Advised residents on personal, academic, and social affairs; developed educational and beneficial programs for residents.
August 2015
- Present
Sarasota, Florida, United States
Whitehall Gallery
Gallery Attendant
Managed the flow of customers, sold artwork, and estimated framing prices:
• Designed window displays attracting the interest of customers in addition to giving each artist’s work fair display time.
• Independently maintained store and professionally handled all business affairs and provided quality customer service.
• Designed window displays attracting the interest of customers in addition to giving each artist’s work fair display time.
• Independently maintained store and professionally handled all business affairs and provided quality customer service.
June 2016
- July 2016
Annapolis, Maryland, United States
Education
Ringling College Of Art And Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration
Will receive degree upon graduation in May of 2018.
August 2014
-
Sarasota, Florida, United States
Archbishop Spalding
High School Diploma
August 2010
- May 2014
Severn, Maryland, United States
Languages
English (Native),
French (Beginner),
Skills
3D Devlopment,
Concept Art,
Concept Development,
Digital Art,
Drawing,
Painting,
Traditional Art,
Visual Development,
ZBrush,
Art Skills / Techniques
Advanced Proficiency: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Blender, and traditional media including 3-D development and design
Working Knowledge: Zbrush, 3Ds Max, Maya, on both Mac and PC platforms
Working Knowledge: Zbrush, 3Ds Max, Maya, on both Mac and PC platforms
Organization Member
New York Society of Illustrators (application pending), International Game Developers Association, Baltimore Gamer, Maryland Federation of Art, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, RCAD Digital Painting Sketch Club
Personal Skills
Beach enthusiast, enjoy playing nine different musical instruments, avid gamer. CPR /AED trained. Basic understanding of French and cheesy puns.