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

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

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.