About Me!
Emily Jingzhu Bennett is an nineteen year old aspiring concept artist and illustrator based in California, currently pursuing a Game Art BFA at USC.
She is deeply invested in art as both a means of introspection and storytelling, her work often involving vibrant ideas inspired by philosophical and psychological influences. However, at the core of all her work is a simple love for just creating.
Skills
Analog and Digital Painting, Illustration, Visual Development, Art Direction, Character and Creature Design, Pixel Art, Environment and Prop Design, Graphic Design, and Game Design
Experience
Art Director
2025-Present
Led a team of 2D and 3D artists to create the visuals for a master's thesis project at USC.
Indie Game Artist
2024-Present
Collaborated with various teams as the sole or lead artist on six short-term game projects, and worked as a 2D artist for two different year-long productions.
Freelance Artist
2024-Present
Worked with clients closely to deliver personalized commission work.
Independent Studies
2021-2025
Learned through 3 years of fine arts classes and self-directed studies of fundamentals.