Summary
Lake has been creating franchise artwork for 10+ years. Before that, he attended Ringling College of Art and Design as well as the infamous Safehouse Atelier. His personal work delves into surreal fantasy.
He has worked on properties across the entertainment industry including Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, NERF, the Transformers film series, Call of Duty, and Star Citizen. Lake is currently working as the Principal Artist for Wizards of the Coast Franchise Development, and also privately consults to mentor emerging creatives.
Skills
Software proficiency
Experience
- Principal Visual Development Artist at Wizards of the CoastSeattleOctober 2019 - Present
Creative Direction
Project Management
Franchise Adaptation
Brand Identity
IP Development
Character, creature, effects, & environment design - Independent Consultant at FreelanceAugust 2010 - Present
Management & Talent Building
Concept Art & Illustration
Production Art
Pitch Material
Consulting - Senior Concept Artist at Monolith ProductionsKirklandApril 2016 - March 2017
Middle Earth: Shadow of War
Character & environment design for Nemesis System
In-game collectible development - Senior Concept Artist at Gree, IncSan FranciscoMay 2013 - July 2014
Asset & style kits
Pitch Material
Concept art, splash screens, & asset development
Look and Feel