Hi! I’m a 2D illustrator and game artist specializing in visual storytelling for games, animations, and narrative projects.
I create storyboards, illustrations, and game art, with a strong foundation in writing and story structure to ensure every image serves the story.
I’ve delivered high-quality results to 100+ clients worldwide. Let’s bring your idea to life.
Daniel M.
Automotive and Industrial Designer
Varna, Bulgaria
$40/hr$40 per hour5.0 (3) 6 jobs $3K+ total earnings
I am an Industrial Designer with experience in the whole Design Process; from the beginning to the sunsetting of the product, from the conceptual development to the final product ready for production! (conceptual ideation, sketching, photoshop, 3D modeling, renders and prototypes. Also the Material selection and the productive processes election).
When I am not working as a Industrial Designer, I am gaining experience in Graphic and Web Designer , working for local companies (logos, branding, banners and web designer with Divi + WordPress).
If you are seeking for a multifaceted, creative and perfectionist designer, please contact me!
Izabela M.
Video Production, 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, Whiteboard
Sofia, Bulgaria
$20/hr$20 per hour5.0 (18) 30 jobs $70K+ total earnings
2D Animator, Creative Director, Animation Director, and visual storyteller with over 20 years of international experience in animated film and video production, pre-production, animation, storyboarding, and graphic design. Experienced in directing creative teams, managing production pipelines, and delivering projects from concept and script through final production. Extensive experience with international co-productions across the US, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Creative Direction & Pre-Production: Storyboarding, Concept Art, Screenplay Development, Character Design, Layout, Animatics
Production Management: International Co-Production Coordination, Creative Supervision, Team Leadership
Animation & Motion: Traditional Animation, Digital 2D, Commercial & Editorial Video Production
Technical Suite: Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Animate, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LabLynx
Atlanta, GA, USA · Remote · 2021–2026
Video Creator & Graphic Designer
Created branded video content, educational media, motion graphics, and graphic assets for software products and corporate communications.
Developed visual materials explaining complex software concepts and product functionality.
Produced video and graphic content supporting product launches and platform rollouts.
Independent Creative Director, Animator & Video Creator
Sofia, Bulgaria · Remote · 2012–2020 and currently
Direct and produce promotional, educational, commercial, and illustrative video projects from concept and script through final delivery.
Create storyboards, animation, motion graphics, graphic design, and visual development for clients around the world.
Manage complete production workflows, including creative development, animation, editing, and post-production.
Shugarshack Animation
Sofia, Bulgaria · 2009–2011
Storyboard Artist & Creative Coordinator
Served as Storyboard Artist and Lead 2D Animator for a US broadcast television series produced for Comedy Central.
Supervised animation workflows, quality control, and creative production
Coordinated production teams and maintained animation pipelines.
Nightlife.bg / Net4You.bg
Sofia, Bulgaria · 2006–2008
Project Manager & Creative Supervisor
Led creative development and project management for an interactive virtual reality platform.
Created concept art, visual assets, character animation, and production workflows.
Wild Brain
San Francisco, CA, USA · 2005
Storyboard Artist (Paid Internship) | 2005
Created storyboards for Higglytown Heroes, a 3D animated television series produced for Disney Channel.
EARLIER EXPERIENCE
Disk-In Animation & Multimedia
Tel Aviv, Israel · 2000–2002
Head of Pre-Production & Animation Director
Directed and supervised animated television dramas, commercials, and international co-productions.
Led storyboarding, pre-production, animation direction, and creative supervision.
Projects included the 55-minute animated feature Rashi (USA / Israel / UK / Bulgaria).
Anima Studios
Tel Aviv, Israel · 1996–1999
Animation Director · Project Manager · Pre-Production Lead
Directed, storyboarded, and supervised production for 30+ animated short films, broadcast projects, and television commercials.
Managed multiple projects and coordinated creative and technical teams.
Worked on international co-productions involving the US, UK, France, Belgium, Italy, and Bulgaria.
Additionally contributed as an Animator, Animation Producer, and Creative Coordinator across various studios, including Studio "Sofia", Bulgaria, Pitchi Poy and Plastelina studios in Israel, Destiny Films and Luna Media in USA, producing TV series, commercial campaigns, and supervising international productions.
EDUCATION
Associate of Arts (AA), Film/TV Production — Animation
De Anza College · Cupertino, CA, USA
GPA: 3.96 / 4.0
AWARDS & SHOWCASES
Best Animated Film Winner — ITSA Film Festival (Groveland, CA)
Wavecrest Award for Animated Film — Clearwater Film & Music Festival (FL)
Winner & Merit Award (Traditional Animation) — California College Media Arts Competition
Chad Okamoto Memorial Animation Media Award & Scholarship
Official Selection: CINANIMA (Portugal), Encounters Bristol (UK), Animasyros (Greece), IAFF "Golden Kuker" (Bulgaria)
INTERESTS
Astronomy · Astro-image Processing · Research (Member of Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies) · Creative Writing
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Sofia, Bulgaria (Remote / International)
Languages: Bulgarian (Native), English, Hebrew, Russian
Contact me for a link to my full portfolio.
Sergey S.
2D artist, illustrator, concept artist
Pernik, Bulgaria
$30/hr$30 per hour5.0 (52) 71 jobs $40K+ total earnings
I am a professional illustrator with 10 years of experience in a diverse range of design and illustration work. My skills and experience range from elegant promotional graphics to hand drawn illustration. I work with a range of businesses including start-ups, established brands, agencies and entrepreneurs from all over the globe.
I have expert skills in software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop. I have a natural eye for design and the professional skills to carry your vision from concept to finished artwork, whether it be for print or web.
My consistent track record for delivering innovative, beautiful and professional visual design is guaranteed to bring my clients fantastic value to their business each and every time.
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