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about

Hi! I’m Lauren (you can also call me Ren). I am an Illustrator and Designer based in NYC. I graduated from Ringling College of Art and Design with a BFA in Illustration. I've always been fascinated with various stories growing up, whether it be through books, movies, or TV. My passion lies not only in enjoying these narratives but expanding upon them and creating my own through my art. My work highlights character's emotions and environmental storytelling to help make narratives come to life.

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Proudly represented by Astound Us. 

 

I’m currently a Graphics Specialist at HBO (Warner Bros. Discovery) where I utilize my design skills to create and manage motion graphics for different campaigns.

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When I'm not illustrating or designing, you can often find me reading, studying Korean, ice skating, attending kpop concerts, or buying yet another silly little item I don't need.

experience

Warner Bros. Discovery (HBO/MAX)

Oct.2023 - present

Graphics Specialist

  • Promoted to Graphics Specialist while maintaining full responsibilities of Graphics Coordinator

  • Oversees higher-tier campaigns compared to previous position, such as: The Last of Us S2, The Regime, Our Flag Means Death S2, Pretty Little Liars: Summer School

  • Assists in managing team workflows while actively testing and implementing new processes to enhance efficiency

Graphics Coordinator

Feb. 2022 - Oct. 2023

  • Designs still and motion 2D and 3D graphics for HBO/Max marketing using After Effects and Cinema 4D

  • Manages various deadlines and deliverables for multiple campaigns including: The Idol, And Just Like That S2, Harley Quinn S4, Titans S4, Gossip Girl S2, Doom Patrol S2

  • Organizes, maintains, and archives assets from outside vendors onto internal servers

  • Collaborates with project management to prioritize and execute graphics requests efficiently

Freelance (Astound US)

Illustrator/Designer

  • Conceptualizes and completes illustrations for various projects

  • Collaborates with other illustrators doing copy artist work

  • Communicates closely with clients to ensure meeting client’s needs, responding quickly and efficiently to any feedback

Jan. 2024 - Present

  • Conducted book and social media trend research for targeted recommendations, improving sales

  • Revamped greeting card section through own initiative and became the Greeting Card Ambassador

Barnes & Noble

Bookseller

Mar. 2021 - Feb. 2022

education

2016-2020

Bachelors of Fine Arts

Illustration w/ minor in Art History

Ringling College of Art and Design

  • Utilized digital applications to develop and execute original concepts through narrative illustration

  • Organized and completed projects concurrently, meeting deadlines efficiently

skills

  • Programs: Expert in After Effects, Photoshop, Procreate, Cinema 4D, Illustrator, Microsoft Office. Proficient in InDesign, Premiere Pro, Acrobat, Figma

  • Social Media Management: Twitter (X), Instagram, TikTok, Facebook

  • Collaboration Tools: Monday.com, Aspera on Cloud, Jira, SharePoint

  • Language: Intermediate Korean

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