Shohnigor Ulmasova
New York, NY | su2165@nyu.edu | +1 (347) 739-1641
Portfolio: shohnigor-portfolio.com
Skills
● Design Tools: Adobe Creative Suite , Procreate, Figma, Fusion 360, Abeton
● Creative Expertise: Illustration, Animation, Graphic Design, UX/UI Design, Creative technology
● Other Skills: Project Management, Event Organization, Collaboration
Professional Experience Illustrator
Crave Internship / TBC Bank – Tashkent, Uzbekistan
March 2023 – September 2023
● Designed award-winning ornament illustrations as part of a team for the TBC Ornament Project, celebrating Uzbek cultural heritage.
● Collaborated with designers to create visually appealing digital assets for both print and online campaigns.
● Awards Received:
“Best Digital Heritage Project” at the 2023 Central Asia Design Awards
“Cultural Preservation Initiative of the Year” by the Uzbekistan Creative Arts Council
TBC Bank Excellence in Design Award
Illustrator & Animator
White Line – Tashkent, Uzbekistan
September 2022 – January 2023
● Produced educational animations for the Ministry of Education of Uzbekistan, reaching over 10K students nationwide.
● Led creative processes for video production projects from concept to delivery.
Gallery Volunteer
139 Documentary Center – Tashkent, Uzbekistan
November 2022 – August 2023
● Created promotional materials for exhibitions and events attended by over 500 visitors.
● Partnered with non-profits to develop community-centered art initiatives.
Education
Master of Arts: Interactive Telecommunication Program
New York University – New York, NY | GPA: 4.0
● Recipient of the NYU Scholarship, covering 70% of tuition, reflecting my academic achievements and potential.
● El Yurt Umidi Full Ride Scholarship from Uzbekistan Government
Bachelor of Arts: Fine Art and Design
National Institute of Fine Art and Design – Tashkent, Uzbekistan | GPA: 3.9
● Ranked in the Top 5% of Class
Exhibitions & Artistic Achievements
● Cyber Qiz (2025): Developed educational content promoting accessible education for females in Central Asia through digital art and STEM education
● Clive Davis Gallery (2024): New York, NY | Exhibiting Artist
Presented original art project “BEN” at the ‘Wonder Wander’ exhibition.
● Venice Biennale(2024): Uzbekistan Pavilion | Catalogue Contributor
Contributed to the official exhibition catalogue.
● MOC Fest (2024): Created live graffiti art for one of Uzbekistan’s fastest-growing youth festivals.
● Bus Tour of Central Asian Design Hubs (2023): Almaty, Kazakhstan | Participant
USA Embassy & OLOLO Fund
Engaged in design initiatives supporting Central Asian creative industries.
● State Museum of History of Uzbekistan (2023) | Exhibiting Artist
Showcased artwork at the “Day in Museum” exhibition.
● 139 Documentary Center | Exhibiting Artist
Participated in group exhibitions:
Graffiti Fest (2023)
Qizlar 8th of March (2023)
Neuyat “Nemolchi.uz” (2022)
Innovation & Awards
Startup Initiative: CPR Manikins for Gender Equality
● Co-founded a startup focused on creating CPR manikins that promote gender equality by representing diverse body shapes and female options.
● Awarded the NYU Tandon Prototyping Fund, supporting innovative product development.
● Finalist at the NYU Tandon InnoVention Challenge, showcasing groundbreaking solutions in health and inclusivity
Additional Information
● Languages: English (Fluent), Uzbek (Native), Russian (Fluent)
● Portfolio: shohnigor-portfolio.com