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SHAUN BURGAN

Located: Leslie, MI 49251

Email: sburganart@gmail.com

A passionate character and story artist with a deep understanding of visual storytelling, and a talent for crafting compelling and diverse characters; also skilled in illustration, creative writing, and video editing. Motivated by a strong desire to bring narratives to life and captivate audiences.

EDUCATION

University of Michigan, Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design

Bachelor of Fine Arts, cumulative 3.9 GPA, graduated April '23

Leslie High School

Graduated with High Honors, amongst top 10 students of graduating class, member of the National Honor Society

Ann Arbor, MI

2019-2023

Leslie, MI

2014 - 2019

EXPERIENCE

May 2020 - present

Freelance Illustrator | Self-Employed | Remote

  • Digitally illustrate stylized portraits of families and pets for patrons

  • Vast understanding and utilization of both Adobe Photoshop and MediBang Paint

  • Coordinate and collaborate with clients throughout projects 

  • Consistently meet and manage deadlines

Dec 2018 - present

Content Creator | Self-Employed | Remote

please refer to 'Instagram' tab

  • Independently maintain the engagement of an Instagram audience totaling over 29k

  • Ideate creative content based on original concepts and relevant media (television series, films, video games, etc)

  • Consistently produce high-quality illustrations, comics, and animations via Adobe Photoshop and MediBang Paint

  • Advanced skills in storytelling, character development, and visual communication

  • Recognized by Dead Meat Podcast, actress Jennifer Tilly, and actress Fiona Dourif

Aug 2023 - Dec 2023

Caricature Artist | Hartmann's Art & Concessions | Toledo, OH

  • Quickly illustrate caricatures of individuals at the Toledo Zoo

  • Implement observations into exaggerated character designs

  • Work in a fast paced environment with a consistent flow of patrons

  • Demonstrate friendly and accommodating customer service

Sep 2021 - Apr 2023

Library Assistant | Michigan Law | Ann Arbor, MI

  • Assisted with administrative duties, such as filing data and organizing office materials

  • Sorted and shelved library collection in a highly systematic and organized manner

  • Methodically marked and stamped withdrawn materials

SKILLS

Digital Illustration  ●  Visual Storytelling  ●  Character Design  ●  Storyboarding  ●  Video Editing  ●  Concept Art  ●  Concept Development  ●  Creative Writing  ●  2D Animation  ●  Organizational Skills  ●  Analytical Skills  ●  Adobe Photoshop  ●  Adobe Illustrator  ●  Adobe Premiere Pro  ●  Adobe After Effects  ●  Blender

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Dean's List (5x)

  • University Honors (7x)

  • James B. Angell Scholar (2x)

  • William J. Branstrom Freshman Prize

  • Arion Award

  • Go Blue Grant

  • M-PACT Scholarship

  • Michigan Competitive Scholarship

  • Nathan Gordon Memorial Scholarship

  • Alumni & Friends Scholarship

Featured in

"Figment/Fragment: The 2023 Stamps School Senior Exhibition"

"Out For Blood"

University of Michigan

Featured in

"Lightworks Student Film Festival Winter 2023"

"Out For Blood"

University of Michigan

Featured in

"FTVM 150 Audiovisual Essay Festival Fall 2021"

"Ambiguously Queer: Moonlight's Lack of Labels"

University of Michigan

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