Graphic Designer & Illustrator
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.
Education
MA Graphic Design and Visualisation
Loughborough University, UK (Sep 2020 - Nov 2021)
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Pass at 1st attempt with Merit.
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Final Project: Created original character and storyline to showcase my research in the form of a comic.
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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)
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Pass at 1st attempt with Upper Second Class honours.
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Obtained 2:1 for Art and Design dissertation.
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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)
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Obtained Distinction
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Award for Excellence
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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)
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Assist guests and program staff.
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Data entering and administration work.
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Redesign presentation materials.
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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)
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Assist & negotiate with parents.
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Lesson planning for English & Art classes.
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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).
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Organise and tally scores in competitions.
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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).
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Organise surgical materials and sanitise the facilities.
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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).
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Clean and organise rooms (Room Cleaning).