Trinh Sam
About Trinh Sam
Trinh Sam is a Game Artist with over a decade of experience in digital illustration and game concepts. Currently working at A Thinking Ape in Vancouver, Canada, he has previously held positions at VNG Corporation and Linetest, and has a strong educational background in Fine Arts.
Work at A Thinking Ape
Trinh Sam has been employed at A Thinking Ape as a Game Artist since 2018. In this role, he contributes to the development of mobile games, utilizing his extensive experience in digital illustration and game concepts. His responsibilities include creating visual assets and collaborating with other team members to maintain a cohesive art style across projects. His tenure at A Thinking Ape has allowed him to further refine his skills in game art and design.
Previous Experience at VNG Corporation
Before joining A Thinking Ape, Trinh Sam worked at VNG Corporation as a Senior Artist from 2008 to 2017. Over the course of nine years, he played a key role in various projects, focusing on game art and design. His experience at VNG Corporation helped him develop a robust skill set in digital illustration and team collaboration.
Education and Expertise
Trinh Sam studied at Hanoi College of Art from 2002 to 2005, where he focused on Painting. He furthered his education at Vietnam University of Fine Arts, earning a Bachelor's degree in Painting from 2005 to 2010. His formal education has provided him with a strong foundation in color theory and artistic techniques, which he applies in his work as a Game Artist.
Experience with Digital Tools
Trinh Sam has over a decade of experience using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for digital illustration, particularly in the context of game concepts. He is also skilled in creating textures using 3Dmax and ZBrush, which enhances his ability to produce high-quality visual content for games. His technical proficiency supports his role in optimizing content for mobile games.
Mentorship and Leadership
In his professional career, Trinh Sam has taken on leadership roles, including mentoring art team members to adhere to specific art styles. His guidance helps ensure that the artistic vision of projects is consistently met, fostering a collaborative environment within the teams he has worked with.