Victor Ochoa
About Victor Ochoa
Victor Ochoa is a Senior Art Director specializing in worldbuilding at Wizards of the Coast, where he has worked since 2022. He has over a decade of experience in design, having held various roles at notable companies such as Sony Pictures Entertainment, Marvel Entertainment, and HarperCollins Publishers.
Work at Wizards of the Coast
Victor Ochoa serves as the Senior Art Director - Worldbuilding at Wizards of the Coast, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he collaborates with artists and storytellers to develop new worlds for the popular trading card game Magic: The Gathering. His work focuses on creating immersive visual experiences that enhance the gameplay and storytelling aspects of the game.
Previous Experience at Sony Pictures Entertainment
Prior to his current role, Victor Ochoa worked at Sony Pictures Entertainment as a Creative Director for Funimation from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, he was responsible for overseeing creative projects and ensuring the visual quality of content produced by the studio. He also held the position of Art Director for Crunchyroll & VRV at Sony from 2017 to 2019 in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Education and Expertise
Victor Ochoa studied Fine Art at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 2006 to 2010. His education laid the foundation for his extensive career in design, which spans over a decade. He has developed innovative design solutions across various industries, including gaming, publishing, digital streaming, experiential, and marketing.
Background in Graphic Design and Illustration
Victor Ochoa has a diverse background in graphic design and illustration. He has worked with several notable companies, including Penguin Random House, Marvel Entertainment, and HarperCollins Publishers. His roles have ranged from Freelance Graphic Designer to Lead Publishing Designer, contributing to various projects in the publishing industry. Additionally, he has engaged in personal projects that include creating comic books, illustrations, and sculptures.
Freelance Work and Collaborations
Throughout his career, Victor Ochoa has taken on freelance roles, including as a Graphic Designer and Illustrator. He worked with The String Theory from 2010 to 2017, where he honed his skills in illustration. His collaborative efforts with top artists and storytellers have been instrumental in crafting engaging narratives and visual content across multiple platforms.