I have a multidisciplinary creative background with a strong focus on illustration and design, combining hands-on industry experience with independent artistic practice. My recent projects include creating visual team elements, character commissions, and bespoke illustrations. Collaborating with various brands has allowed me to harness creativity and innovation in each project I undertake. Currently, I run my freelance brand DYMK, producing bespoke illustrations and character designs, while continually expanding my skill set in visual storytelling, client communication, and project development. I love the process of bringing ideas to life and enjoy working closely with clients to create engaging visual narratives.

Michael Dymock

I have a multidisciplinary creative background with a strong focus on illustration and design, combining hands-on industry experience with independent artistic practice. My recent projects include creating visual team elements, character commissions, and bespoke illustrations. Collaborating with various brands has allowed me to harness creativity and innovation in each project I undertake. Currently, I run my freelance brand DYMK, producing bespoke illustrations and character designs, while continually expanding my skill set in visual storytelling, client communication, and project development. I love the process of bringing ideas to life and enjoy working closely with clients to create engaging visual narratives.

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I have a multidisciplinary creative background with a strong focus on illustration and design, combining hands-on industry experience with independent artistic practice. My recent projects include creating visual team elements, character commissions, and bespoke illustrations. Collaborating with various brands has allowed me to harness creativity and innovation in each project I undertake.

Currently, I run my freelance brand DYMK, producing bespoke illustrations and character designs, while continually expanding my skill set in visual storytelling, client communication, and project development. I love the process of bringing ideas to life and enjoy working closely with clients to create engaging visual narratives.

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Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at DYMK
January 1, 2020 - Present
Founder and lead illustrator of DYMK, delivering bespoke illustration and product-led creative work across personal, commercial, and community projects. Develop illustrated products from concept through to final production, including character commissions, educational merchandise, retail-ready prints, and augmented reality playing cards. Collaborate with external partners, charities, and cultural organisations, including the Historic Dockyard, Southsea, to produce branded merchandise and educational assets. Manage all aspects of freelance operations, from client communication and concept development to artwork production, print preparation, and sales through fairs and exhibitions. Work combines strong visual storytelling with practical understanding of branding, audience, and production constraints.
eCommerce Photographer & Studio Assistant at TRENDYGOLF
January 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted fashion photoshoots for multi-look seasonal collections. I helped with product styling and visual storytelling for digital media while also managing inventory and maintaining the studio's organization.

Education

BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Portsmouth
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2022
Graduated with a First-Class Degree.

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment