Melissa Hester

Melissa Hester is an experienced Associate Concept Art Director and Lead Concept Artist at Jam City, where tenure began in October 2010. Hester serves as the top character concept artist for popular mobile games such as Harry Potter Hogwarts Mystery and Avengers Academy, responsible for creating character and creature designs, rendering character turn-arounds, and leading art for several top-grossing titles. Collaboration with extensive 2D and 3D art teams and planning game content alongside Project Managers are key responsibilities. Previously, Hester held roles as a Game Artist at Playees, Inc., and a Freelance Artist, producing game art, UI/UX designs, and marketing materials. Education includes a Bachelor of Science in Media Arts and Animation from The Art Institute of California - San Francisco, completed in 2009.