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Hi, I’m Ali Kiel—a freelance illustrator and concept artist based in Los Angeles. I design and illustrate for clients, exploring LGBTQ+ themes and telling visual stories that resonate. I’m comfortable taking feedback, solving design challenges, and collaborating with teams to deliver compelling visuals. I earned a BFA in Illustration (Creative Writing Minor) from Otis College of Art and Design, and I enjoy creating work that combines narrative illustration with editorial and character design while meeting client goals and deadlines.…Hi, I’m Ali Kiel—a freelance illustrator and concept artist based in Los Angeles. I design and illustrate for clients, exploring LGBTQ+ themes and telling visual stories that resonate. I’m comfortable taking feedback, solving design challenges, and collaborating with teams to deliver compelling visuals. I earned a BFA in Illustration (Creative Writing Minor) from Otis College of Art and Design, and I enjoy creating work that combines narrative illustration with editorial and character design while meeting client goals and deadlines.

Ali Kiel

Illustrator, Comic Illustrator, Book Illustrator, +3

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Hi, I’m Ali Kiel—a freelance illustrator and concept artist based in Los Angeles. I design and illustrate for clients, exploring LGBTQ+ themes and telling visual stories that resonate. I’m comfortable taking feedback, solving design challenges, and collaborating with teams to deliver compelling visuals. I earned a BFA in Illustration (Creative Writing Minor) from Otis College of Art and Design, and I enjoy creating work that combines narrative illustration with editorial and character design while meeting client goals and deadlines.…Hi, I’m Ali Kiel—a freelance illustrator and concept artist based in Los Angeles. I design and illustrate for clients, exploring LGBTQ+ themes and telling visual stories that resonate. I’m comfortable taking feedback, solving design challenges, and collaborating with teams to deliver compelling visuals. I earned a BFA in Illustration (Creative Writing Minor) from Otis College of Art and Design, and I enjoy creating work that combines narrative illustration with editorial and character design while meeting client goals and deadlines.

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Hi, I’m Ali Kiel—a freelance illustrator and concept artist based in Los Angeles. I design and illustrate for clients, exploring LGBTQ+ themes and telling visual stories that resonate. I’m comfortable taking feedback, solving design challenges, and collaborating with teams to deliver compelling visuals.

I earned a BFA in Illustration (Creative Writing Minor) from Otis College of Art and Design, and I enjoy creating work that combines narrative illustration with editorial and character design while meeting client goals and deadlines.

Skills

Experience Level

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Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

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Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Editorial Illustration

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Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Artist

January 1, 2024 - June 20, 2024

Designing and illustrating work based on the request of each client. Problem-solving designs and challenges from client requests when given feedback.

Otis College Security at Otis College of Art and Design

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Guiding faculty to where they need to go. Addressing inquiries within the area of expertise, escalating when necessary. Receiving and directing incoming calls to appropriate personnel.

Design and Illustration Collaborator at It Gets Better

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Responsible for creating a comic in collaboration with a member of the organization exploring themes in relation to the LGBTQ+ community. Stayed open and flexible in the creative process to ensure group success. Maintained work ethic to meet goals and deadlines.

Freelance Artist

January 1, 2021 - Present

Designing and illustrating client-based projects, translating feedback into effective visuals; solving design challenges, collaborating with organization members, guiding faculty, and coordinating responses to inquiries. Created a comic exploring LGBTQ+ themes; maintained flexibility to ensure group success and met project deadlines.

Campus Receptionist at Otis College of Art and Design

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

Managed front-desk operations: received and directed inquiries, answered calls, and coordinated services for guests and staff. Assisted faculty and students by guiding visitors and escalating issues as needed.

Comic Artist at It Gets Better

January 1, 2021 - Present

Designed and illustrated original comics for client requests, collaborating with organization members to explore LGBTQ+ themes. Interpreted feedback, solved design challenges, and guided participating faculty to project goals. Responded to inquiries and coordinated services with staff to ensure group success, while maintaining a proactive work ethic to meet deadlines.

Campus Reception at Otis College

January 1, 2023 - Present

Handled campus reception duties, answered inquiries, directed guests, and coordinated services with staff. Supported events and campus activities, maintained courteous communication, and ensured a smooth flow of visitors in a busy college environment.