M. Victoria Robado

15+ years of experience in graphic design and illustration with diverse clients from a wide variety of businesses, with an understanding of structure, typography, and a strong personal aesthetic. Organized, detail-oriented self-starter who can juggle multiple projects, with strong attention to detail and aware of current social design trends.

Editorial & Cover Design

Sketchbook Volume 1 Cover

Sketchbook Volume 1 Backcover

Sketchbook Volume 1 Interiors

Witchtober 2020 Cover

Witchtober 2020 Book Interiors Print-ready

Witchtober 2020 Interiors

Commissions Volume 1 Cover

Commissions Volume 1 Backcover

Commissions Volume 1 Interiors

#Blessed Volume 1 Cover

#Blessed Volume 1 Backcover

#Blessed Volume 1 Interiors

Last Train Standing Cover

Last Train Standing Backcover

Last Train Standing Interiors

Manga Lettering and Layout Credit

Prismatic Volume 1 Cover

Prismatic Volume 1 Layouts

Prismatic Volume 1 Interiors

Prismatic Volume 1 Layouts

Prismatic Volume 1 Cover

Prismatic Coloring Book Volume 1 Cover

Prismatic Coloring Book Volume 2 Cover

Prismatic Coloring Book Volume 1 Interiors

Logo & Branding

Logo

Business Card

Promotional Postcard

Merchandise Brochure

Web Newsletters

Bubble Kittea Shoppe Logo (Store)

Bubble Kittea Promotional Postcard

#Blessed Logo (Comic)

#Blessed Book Cover

#Blessed Web Branding and Banners

Kinu Planners Logo (Stationery)

Kinu Planners Business Cards

Kinu Planners Letterhead

Kinu Planners Shop

Nori Nori Studios Logo (Online shop)

Pastel Forest Shop Logo (Online shop)

Sassy Kitty Pins Logo (Online shop)

Cathedral Toys (Shop) Character for brand

Merchandise

Plushie: Bubble Kittea

Plushie: Bubble Kittea Charm

Lanyard

Enamel Pin

Charm Set

Sticker Sheet

Sticky Notes

Greeting Card

Enamel Pin Set: Trick 'R Treat

Enamel Pin Set: Godzilla Monsters

Plushie: Doug

Enamel Pin Set: Pacific Rim

Plushie: Dune Sandworm

Illustration

Animations

Animated GIF: Never Ever Done

Animated GIF: Bubble Kittea

Animated GIF: Capricorn Witch

Animated GIF: Ashnikko

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Freelance Graphic Designer

· Expert level of proficiency in professional design software (Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Rush, Lightroom, Dreamweaver), knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite, content management software and newsletter generators.

· Brand Development: Specialized in creating cohesive brand identities through logo design, typography, and color theory, aligning visual elements with strategic web presence.

· Color, Style, and Typography Expertise: Strong foundational skills in modern and contemporary design aesthetics, resulting in visually striking and effective communication.

· Merchandise Design and Development: Proficient in designing and producing merchandise, with effective collaboration with local and international manufacturers to manage corrections and deliver ready-to-manufacture files.

· Book Layout and Prepress: Expertise in InDesign with a focus on preparing files ready for print, ensuring top-quality layouts and production standards.

· Web Design and Digital Campaigns: Skilled in designing engaging websites and comprehensive digital marketing campaigns, including advertisements and social media strategies that drive brand awareness and engagement.

· Photo Retouching: Experienced in enhancing images through professional retouching techniques to achieve polished and high-quality visuals.

· Signage and Slide Presentations: Ability to craft impactful presentations that convey clear information, enhancing communication and facilitating understanding in corporate environments.

Freelance Illustrator and Comic Creator

· Designing bright and colorful original characters, adapting existing characters for different applications and situations, backgrounds, story boarding, animating GIFs and stickers, concept art.

· Skills in story telling, character design, world building, cover design, coloring.

· Clients: Webtoon, Rocketship Entertainment, Mattel, Legendary Comics, Warner Music, Archie Comics, IDW Publishing, Oni Press, Threadless, Seven Seas Entertainment, Boom Studios, Dynamite Entertainment, Papercutz.

Selected Projects

· ROCKETSHIP ENTERTAINMENT
May 2020
Printed editions of the comic #Blessed. Original story and art. Book layouting and print files.

· WEBTOON CORP
January 2017 – Ongoing
Story and art for Webtoon original comic #Blessed, published by Webtoon.

· LEGENDARY COMICS
September 2020 – Ongoing
Designing limited edition merchandise for Kickstarter campaigns: Trick-R-Treat, Legendary Monsters.

· WARNER MUSIC
March 2021
Illustration and animation for GIF sticker pack for artist Ashnikko.

· COMICS KINGDOM
September 2020
Story and art for Flash Forward! Flash Gordon Comic Strip Anthology.

· HOT TOPIC/BLACK MATTER
October 2019 – Ongoing
Licensing original art for Hot Topic merchandise.

· ONI PRESS
January 2018 – December 2018
Colors for Long Con series.

· SEVEN SEAS ENTERTAINMENT
December 2011 – September 2018
Manga lettering and InDesign layouting, cover coloring for books.

· IDW PUBLISHING
May 2014 – May 2018
Interior art pencils, cover art, colors and lettering for several IDW series: Littlest Pet Shop, Jem & the Holograms, The Misfits, My Little Pony Micro Fun Packs (Hasbro).

· BOOM! STUDIOS
March 2016 – August 2017
Colors for Mega Princess series.

· DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT
September 2016 – February 2017
Interior art pencils, cover art, and colors for Boo, the World’s Cutest Dog and KISS.

· PAPERCUTZ
September 2015 – September 2016
Interior and cover art for Barbie Puppy Party (Mattel).

· ARCHIE COMICS
October 2011 – October 2016
Interior art inks and colors for several different issues of Archie comics: Josie & the Pussycats, Archie VS Predator, Archie Double Digest.

Education

· Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design
Universidad de Belgrano - Belgrano, Buenos Aires
March 2005 to December 2008

Languages

· Spanish (Native)

· English (Fluent)

· Japanese (Intermediate)

· Korean (Beginner)

To contact me and inquire about art, freelance or illustration work, e-mail me at mariavictoria@shourimajo.com.