ProfileYicheng Liu (he/him/his)

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Yicheng Liu is an visual and interaction designer with digital arts backgrounds, experienced in art practices and game production. Proficient in creative coding, embedded development, 2D / 3D design and motion graphics, with a strong ability to integrate visual expression and interactive systems across multiple media and tools. Demonstrates solid communication skills and project execution capabilities, with the ability to work flexibly within both commercial and artistic contexts.



EducationPratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY  •  08/2024 - Expected in 05/2026
Master of Fine Arts: Digital Arts

Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Jiangsu, China  •  09/2020 - 07/2024
Bachelor of Arts: Digital Media Arts




Experience Neuron Game Studio - Art Designer Intern
Jiangsu, China  •  01/2022 - 07/2024
·    Created concept art to support game development process and enhance visual storytelling.
·   Collaborated with designers to implement consistent art styles across various game assets.
·   Assisted in developing 2D pixel and 3D assets using software such as Aseprite and Blender.
·   Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for game aesthetics.

TRM Production - Artist Personal Studio
N/A  •  04/2023 - Current
·   Independently conceived and produced a series of visual works encompassing illustration, video, and printed publications such as zines and CDs.
·   Managed the entire creative process from concept development, visual design, and typography to final production.
·   Participated in art and creative markets in China and Japan through self-published or commissioned projects, engaging directly with audiences for feedback.
·   Continually explored the relationship between visual style, artistic expression, and audience experience through practice.






SkillsInteractive Design
Creative Coding
Vibe Coding
Front-End Developing
Projection Mapping
Animation
3D Modeling
VFX
Motion Graphics
Illustration
Video Editing
Photography




Tools
Processing p5.js
Arduino
Raspberry Pi
MadMapper
Unity
TouchDesigner
VS Code

Photoshop
Indesign
Illustrator
Lightroom

Blender
Maya
Houdini

After Effects
Premiere Pro




Awards Bronze Award — AG Design Award (2024, Finland)
Third Prize — London Chinese Art Exchange Exhibition (2024, UK)
Bronze Award — G Cross Award (2024, UK)
Bronze Award — Environmental Protection Art Creation Competition (2023, USA)
Silver Award — Singapore Art & Design Competition (2023, Singapore)
Best Game Design Nomination - China University Students Game Award (2022, China)
Third Prize — Sanjiao Cup GameJam (2021, China)




LanguagesEnglish
Chinese (Mandarin)
Japanese






IndexLast Updated 01/26/2026