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
Plushie: Bubble Kittea
Plushie: Bubble Kittea Charm
Plushie: Bubble Kittea Charm
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: Never Ever Done
Animated GIF: Bubble Kittea
Animated GIF: Capricorn Witch
Animated GIF: Ashnikko
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
October 2019 – Ongoing
Licensing original art for Hot Topic merchandise.
· ONI PRESS
January 2018 – December 2018
Colors for Long Con series.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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).
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.
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
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.