Olga Barinova
Calgary,AB
Summary
Creative and detail-oriented Children's Book Illustrator with a passion for visual storytelling and a knack for captivating young readers. Proficient in digital illustration and skilled in collaborating with authors and publishers. Seeking to contribute my artistic expertise to the design team to create engaging and enchanting children's books.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Book Illustrator
Self Employed
09.2019 - Current
- Communicate with art director regarding the project, provide sketches and revisions as needed.
- Ensure illustrations meet quality print standards
- Deliver final illustrations using Photoshop
Background Illustrator
A Fan For Life (Always Books Ltd)
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Create background illustrations for custom children's books using Photoshop
- Work with art department on creating customizable assets for the books
Character Artist
Street Characters Inc.
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Work with clients to visualize and create the look of individual mascot characters
- Communicate with production team to ensure the design is functional
- Create digital illustrations of the final characters in Photoshop
- Update the company's website and social media
Children's Book Illustrator
FriesenPress
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Work with an author and art director to create illustrations for children's books in Photoshop
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Design
Alberta University of The Arts
Calgary, AB05.2017
Skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong digital illustration skills
- Detail oriented
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Timeline
Background Illustrator
A Fan For Life (Always Books Ltd)
10.2021 - 07.2022
Children's Book Illustrator
Self Employed
09.2019 - Current
Character Artist
Street Characters Inc.
10.2017 - 09.2019
Children's Book Illustrator
FriesenPress
08.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Design
Alberta University of The Arts
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