Jennifer Kraft

Jennifer Kraft is an Adjunct Instructor at the Pennsylvania College of Art and Design (PCA&D), where she also graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration in 2014. She is currently based in Baltimore, Maryland, and works professionally as a Visual Effects Artist and concept artist in the gaming industry.

Education:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration, Pennsylvania College of Art & Design

Her creative expertise lies in concept art and digital illustration, with a strong focus on narrative-driven visual design for video games. She integrates her professional experience into her teaching, offering students practical insights into the game art pipeline and industry standards.

Jennifer's professional work spans major game titles, reflecting her specialization in science fiction, fantasy, and steampunk aesthetics. Her artistry contributes to world-building and character development in interactive media.

Professional Highlights:

• Visual Effects Artist at Firaxis Games
• Concept Artist for Civilization VI: Australia & Poland DLC
• Concept Artist for XCOM: Chimera Squad
• Concept Art for Legends of the Brawl (Dark Tonic Games)
• Concept Art for Edara: A Steampunk Renaissance (Caelestis Designs)

She began her career through a QA Tester Internship at Firaxis Games in 2013 via PCA&D’s internship program, demonstrating a strong connection between her academic training and professional trajectory. She continues to bridge education and industry through her adjunct role, mentoring emerging artists.

Jennifer maintains an active professional presence through her portfolio website: www.jenkraftart.com.