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Yan Tsai Cheung

Illustrator & Graphic designer based in Leicester UK

“Design with precision; illustrate with whimsy” is my motto,  I have experience in branding and editorial design,       but I'm also capable of illustrating digitally and with traditional media for storyboards, comics, and literature.

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Before graphic design, I did fine art and was particularly interested in acrylic painting, line art, and watercolour, with photography as a side hobby.

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Education

MA Graphic Design and Visualisation

 

Loughborough University, UK (Sep 2020 - Nov 2021) 

 

  • Pass at 1st attempt with Merit.

  • Final Project: Created original character and storyline to showcase my research in the form of a comic.

  • Specialised in the study of sequential arts (comics and manga), with research on the medium’s potential, history, and value in the broad field of art and design.

 

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BA (Hons) Graphic Communication and Illustration 

 

Loughborough University, UK (Sep 2017 - Jun 2020) 

 

  • Pass at 1st attempt with Upper Second Class honours.

  • Obtained 2:1 for Art and Design dissertation.

  • Big Book Project earning the Highly Commended for Best In-House Printed Product award from 2019 Association of Creative and Print Managers in Education (ACPME) awards.

 

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Art Foundation Diploma 

 

Loughborough University, UK (Sep 2016 - Jun 2017) 

 

  • Obtained Distinction 

  • Award for Excellence

  • Exploration of media and techniques.

 

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IGCSE and International Baccalaureate 

 

International College Hong Kong (Aug 2010 - Jun 2016)

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Experiences

Design Intern (Full Time)

 

Hong Kong Design Centre, HK (Aug 2019)  

 

  • Assist guests and program staff. 

  • Data entering and administration work. 

  • Redesign presentation materials. 

  • Organise and update the company website.

 

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Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)

 

Play Art Kids + My Education Centre, HK

(Jul 2018 - Aug 2018) 

 

  • Assist & negotiate with parents. 

  • Lesson planning for English & Art classes. 

  • Assist teachers to carry out lessons.

 

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Promoter (Part-Time)

 

The Oriental Trading co, HK (Jul - Aug 2017 + 2016) 

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  • Promoted in events such as Animation-Comic-Game Hong Kong (ACGHK). 

  • Organise and tally scores in competitions. 

  • Promote and sell products/brands.

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Shadowing Intern

 

Pet Cares Professional Veterinary Services, HK

(Nov 2014) 

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  • Care for pets (food, play, medical needs).

  • Organise surgical materials and sanitise the facilities.

  • Help with surgery preparations and cleanups after.

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Shadowing Intern

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Hotel ICON, HK (Nov 2013) 

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  • Serve and greet guests (Concierge, VIP Lounge, and Restaurant).

  • Clean and organise rooms (Room Cleaning).

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