J Z Ang is a freelance creative based in Singapore who has worked with brands such as Mandarin Oriental, Marina Bay Sands, EGGSLUT, Google Cloud, and National Library Board Singapore.

In his spare time, he enjoys making stuff and contributing cartoons to Highnunchicken.



MO BAR
2019 — 2020


MO BAR is a concept located at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore. Inspired by the Pacific Ocean and rich culture of Asia’s ports, MO BAR presents a new experience to celebrate the flavours and aromas of the region.

Branding, Art Direction, Design

Client: Mandarin Oriental
Agency: ACRE Design

︎ 2 Bronze: CCA Gong Awards 2019
- Printed Communication Design
- Design Craft - Art Direction


Full Project ︎︎︎



LearnX: Explained in 3 Minutes
2023

LearnX presents a series of Explained in 3 Minute topic explainer videos where we break down the bigger and complex concepts into bite-sized takeaways for all.

I was involved in this project in various capacities, including illustration, storyboard, and motion design.

Motion Design, Illustration, Storyboard


Client: NLB Singapore
Agency: alice


Full Project ︎︎︎



Po Chai Necklace
2023

Po Chai Necklace keeps us ready to fight the belly.

Our dependable traditional Chinese medication, Po Chai Pills, a.k.a Bali Bestie, now comes dressed as stylish fashion accessories, accompanying us wherever we venture.

︎ 50 sold out in a day
︎ Stocked at 3 indie stores (SG)
︎ Featured on TimeOut


Full Project ︎︎︎



Google Cloud 5th Anniversary
2022

Visual identity for Google Cloud 5th Anniversary Digital Event held in Singapore representing Singapore, A.I., Data and Sustainability.

Art Direction, Illustration


Client:Google Cloud
Agency:VILLAINS


The Sinner
2023

Our design for "The Sinner" Single Malt Whisky features a sinner/saint ambigram with intricate embellishments set in black, gold and silver prints, type set in caligraphic style.

Art Direction, Design, Illustration


Client: Lee Sanders
Agency: ACRE Design





Highnunchicken
2018 — Present


In collaboration with Kenneth (Jolly Mcwank), Moses and Terence, we create cartoons regularly under the moniker, Highnunchicken, to have a laugh at local current affairs, culture, and ourselves.

︎ Featured on Mothership, Coconuts Singapore and Bandwagon

Cartoon, Illustration


Full Project ︎︎︎



Pet Cubes
2019


Pet Cubes is a brand that does human-grade fresh dog meals — a healthier, more nutritious alternative to kibbles. After establishing itself as a market leader, they wanted to update the brand with a younger, fresh look.

Branding, Art Direction, Design

Client: Pet Cubes
Agency: ACRE Design


Full Project ︎︎︎


Children Holding Guns
2016 - Present


Children Holding Guns is a fun and satirical gift-shop brand that revolves around Singaporean military humor, particularly inspired by the mandatory two-year military service that every Singaporean son has to undergo.

Creative Direction, Art Direction, Memes



Full Project ︎︎︎


Toast Box

Established in October 2005, Toast Box is a Singaporean contemporary coffee chain rooted in the recreation of Nanyang coffee and toast culture popular during the 1960s and 70s.

With an objective to bring the brand closer to the younger generation while preserving the heritage, the new Toast Box concept introduced a 'black and white' colour-theme and a series of illustrated icons of the classics off the menu.

Branding, Design, Illustration


Client: Toast Box






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