Narrative Illustrator & Digital Storyteller Resume

AUDREY CEPEDA

Dumont, NJ 201-***-**** ***************@*****.***

Portfolio: audreycartportfolio.carrd.co

Instagram: @Aud.Is.Here

VISUAL STORYTELLER COMICS ARTIST CHARACTER DESIGNER BFA Comics & Cartooning graduate specializing in expressive character design, sequential storytelling, and visual narrative development. Experienced in developing original comics, storyboarding concepts, and short animated scenes. Passionate about dynamic composition, emotional storytelling, and collaborative creative environments.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Comics & Cartooning

School of Visual Arts, New York

Graduation: May 2026

Relevant Studies:

Sequential Storytelling • Character Design • Visual Development • Storyboarding • Comic Writing • Digital Illustration • Animation Fundamentals

SELECTED PROJECT

Senior Thesis: Sorrowful Angels

Original Graphic Novel & Animated Concept

● Created and completed 22 fully rendered comic pages

● Developed original characters, environments, and narrative arc

● Produced short animated scenes based on comic material

● Managed full production pipeline from concept to print

● Published online and presented at SVA showcase

ARTISTIC SKILLS

Comics & Illustration

Character Design • Sequential Art • Storyboarding • Inking & Line Art Color Theory • Layout & Composition • Typography

Visual Narrative Development

Software

Procreate • Adobe Photoshop • InDesign • Maya (experienced) Microsoft Office Suite

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Inventory Specialist

The Greener Side Organics (2025)

● Managed inventory accuracy and product organization

● Coordinated deliveries and maintained visual floor presentation Student Supervisor

SVA Acceptance Student Day (2024–2025)

● Led campus tours for incoming students and families

● Collaborated with faculty and administration

● Demonstrated leadership and communication skills Assistant

Shining Star Daycare, Dumont, NJ (2019)

● Led group activities and supported event planning

● Strengthened communication and team coordination skills

HONORS

John J. Pappas Memorial Scholarship Award

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