I create stories where the everyday meets the surreal, always with an ironic twist. My illustrated alter ego is the guiding thread that allows me to narrate, simplify, and amplify reality through both a narrative and visual lens, where my illustrations become tools for guides, tutorials, editorial projects, and creative columns, with humor bridging the lightness of the line and the depth of the message. I'm looking for collaborations with companies, publishers, and creative organizations interested in bringing new life to their content through illustrated panels, visual storytelling, and custom projects designed to engage and intrigue.…

Massimiliano Granuzzo

I create stories where the everyday meets the surreal, always with an ironic twist. My illustrated alter ego is the guiding thread that allows me to narrate, simplify, and amplify reality through both a narrative and visual lens, where my illustrations become tools for guides, tutorials, editorial projects, and creative columns, with humor bridging the lightness of the line and the depth of the message. I'm looking for collaborations with companies, publishers, and creative organizations interested in bringing new life to their content through illustrated panels, visual storytelling, and custom projects designed to engage and intrigue.…

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I create stories where the everyday meets the surreal, always with an ironic twist. My illustrated alter ego is the guiding thread that allows me to narrate, simplify, and amplify reality through both a narrative and visual lens, where my illustrations become tools for guides, tutorials, editorial projects, and creative columns, with humor bridging the lightness of the line and the depth of the message.

I’m looking for collaborations with companies, publishers, and creative organizations interested in bringing new life to their content through illustrated panels, visual storytelling, and custom projects designed to engage and intrigue.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Barista
January 1, 2025 - Present
Prepare and serve beverages and snacks, ensuring high-quality service; Manage day-to-day operations of the coffee shop, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment; Interact with customers, providing friendly and efficient service in a fast-paced setting.
Reception Secretary at Medical Clinic
January 1, 2025 - September 25, 2025
Managed daily appointments and patient interactions, ensuring smooth scheduling and efficient office operations. Handled receipts, payments, and patient documentation with attention to detail and confidentiality. Provided excellent customer service and addressed patient inquiries.
Freelance Illustrator at Manga Academy
January 1, 2022 - Present
Design characters, backgrounds, and environments for digital projects. Use a graphic tablet to create detailed digital illustrations. Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored visual storytelling and concepts aligned with project goals.
Intern at Volterra Museum
January 1, 2021 - September 25, 2025
Collaborated on the creation of an illustrated tourist guide of Volterra.
Barista / Caffetteria at Caffetteria
January 1, 2025 - Present
Preparazione e somministrazione di bevande e snack, gestione del servizio caffetteria, mantenimento di un ambiente ordinato e supporto al team per ottimizzare il flusso di lavoro e migliorare il servizio.
Illustrator freelance at Accademia Manga
January 1, 2023 - Present
Disegno di personaggi e sfondi, illustrazione di personaggi, oggetti e sfondi digitali.
Tirocinio at Museo di Volterra
January 1, 2021 - October 1, 2025
Collaborato alla realizzazione di una guida turistica illustrata di Volterra, curando i disegni dei principali monumenti.
Barista
January 1, 2025 - Present
Prepare and serve beverages and snacks, ensuring high-quality service. Manage day-to-day operations of the coffee shop, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment. Interact with customers, providing a friendly and efficient service in a fast-paced setting.
Reception Secretary at Medical Clinic
January 1, 2025 - October 6, 2025
Managed daily appointments and patient interactions, ensuring smooth scheduling and efficient office operations. Handled receipts, payments, and patient documentation with attention to detail and confidentiality. Provided excellent customer service, addressing patient inquiries and ensuring a positive experience.
Freelance Illustrator at Manga Academy
January 1, 2022 - Present
Design characters, backgrounds, and environments for various digital projects. Utilize a graphic tablet to create detailed digital illustrations for manga and related content. Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored visual storytelling concepts aligned with project goals.
Intern at Volterra Museum
January 1, 2021 - October 6, 2025
Collaborated on the creation of an illustrated tourist guide of Volterra.
Barista
January 1, 2025 - Present
Prepare and serve beverages and snacks; manage day-to-day operations of the coffee shop, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment; interact with customers, providing friendly and efficient service in a fast-paced setting.
Reception Secretary at Medical Clinic, Rimini
January 1, 2025 - October 8, 2025
Managed daily appointments and patient interactions, ensuring smooth scheduling and efficient office operations. Handled receipts, payments, and patient documentation with attention to detail and confidentiality. Provided excellent customer service, addressing patient inquiries and ensuring a positive experience.
Freelance Illustrator at Manga Academy
January 1, 2022 - Present
Design characters, backgrounds, and environments for various digital projects. Utilize a graphic tablet to create detailed digital illustrations for manga and related content. Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored visual storytelling and concepts with project goals.
Internship at Volterra Museum
January 1, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Collaborated on the creation of an illustrated tourist guide of Volterra.

Education

Three-year-course: Manga-making at Accademia di Manga - Volterra
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
One-year-course: Animation at Accademia di Manga
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
High school degree: Classical studies at Giulio Cesare Classical High School
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Diploma at Accademia di Manga - Volterra
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Maturità Classica at Liceo Classico Giulio Cesare - Rimini
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018
One-year course in Animation at Accademia di Manga
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Classical High School Diploma at Giulio Cesare Classical High School
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Manga-making (3-year course) at Accademia di Manga - Volterra
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
One-year-course: Animation at Accademia di Manga
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
High school degree at Giulio Cesare Classical High School
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Three-year-course: Manga-making at Accademia di Manga - Volterra
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025

Qualifications

CAE - C1 Advanced
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Attestato di formazione livello di rischio 1
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Igiene degli alimenti - Corso di formazione
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
C1 Advanced (CAE)
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Attestato di formazione corso di formazione in materia di igiene degli alimenti rischio 1
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Travel & Hospitality, Manufacturing, Retail

Skills

Experience Level