’m a Visual Artist & Illustrator with a background in art direction, specializing in concept-driven work for advertising. I’ve developed ideas and executed campaigns across print and TV, translating creative concepts into clear, engaging visuals. My work combines strong visual storytelling with a clean, refined aesthetic. Whether it’s building a campaign from the ground up or creating standalone illustrations, I focus on delivering thoughtful, well-crafted solutions that communicate effectively and stand out. I’m comfortable working across different styles and adapting to each project’s needs while maintaining a consistent level of quality.…

Emil Ste

’m a Visual Artist & Illustrator with a background in art direction, specializing in concept-driven work for advertising. I’ve developed ideas and executed campaigns across print and TV, translating creative concepts into clear, engaging visuals. My work combines strong visual storytelling with a clean, refined aesthetic. Whether it’s building a campaign from the ground up or creating standalone illustrations, I focus on delivering thoughtful, well-crafted solutions that communicate effectively and stand out. I’m comfortable working across different styles and adapting to each project’s needs while maintaining a consistent level of quality.…

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’m a Visual Artist & Illustrator with a background in art direction, specializing in concept-driven work for advertising. I’ve developed ideas and executed campaigns across print and TV, translating creative concepts into clear, engaging visuals.
My work combines strong visual storytelling with a clean, refined aesthetic. Whether it’s building a campaign from the ground up or creating standalone illustrations, I focus on delivering thoughtful, well-crafted solutions that communicate effectively and stand out. I’m comfortable working across different styles and adapting to each project’s needs while maintaining a consistent level of quality.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Art director at JWT
March 19, 2004 - January 5, 2012
developing ideas and crafting print and TV ad campaigns, alongside illustration work.
Art director at Havas
March 1, 2012 - April 20, 2024
developing ideas and crafting print and TV ad campaigns, alongside illustration work.
Visual Artist & Illustrator at freelance
March 19, 2026 - Present
creating concept-driven visuals across print and digital, blending storytelling with strong, refined aesthetics.

Education

Painting- Graphic Art at High School of Art and Design
August 1, 1993 - May 30, 1997

Qualifications

Concept development, illustration, art direction
March 18, 2026 - March 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Other
    uniE621 A Don Quixote
    Goal: Explore how people keep balance, identity, and direction within unstable, illusory spaces. Solution: A cohesive, fully hand-drawn series using precise linework, warped geometry, and optical patterns around four archetypal characters. Impact: A distinctive visual narrative that draws attention, invites interpretation, and showcases strong authorship, craftsmanship, and conceptual depth.…
    uniE621 Symbolic Nature Illustration
    These illustrations are meticulously crafted to enhance home interiors, serving as captivating and sophisticated wall art statement pieces.…
    uniE621 illustration for wall art
    This illustration is designed for statement walls in modern interiors, with bold colors and tropical elements that energize spaces like lounges, studios, cafes, or resort-inspired settings. Its vertical composition adds depth and transforms rooms into vibrant, art-focused environments.…
    uniE621 City Stride
    Project description. A stylish woman walks confidently through a soft, sketched city backdrop, dressed in a classic trench coat over a crisp white shirt and tailored black trousers. Sunglasses, heels, and a structured handbag complete the look, capturing timeless urban elegance. The illustration blends watercolor texture with editorial fashion sketch aesthetics, emphasizing movement, poise, and modern sophistication.…
    uniE621 The Girl on the Spiral Sphere
    Goal: Explore how people keep balance, identity, and direction within unstable, illusory spaces. Solution: A cohesive, fully hand-drawn series using precise linework, warped geometry, and optical patterns around four archetypal characters. Impact: A distinctive visual narrative that draws attention, invites interpretation, and showcases strong authorship, craftsmanship, and conceptual depth.…
    uniE621 The Lute Player
    Goal: Explore how people keep balance, identity, and direction within unstable, illusory spaces. Solution: A cohesive, fully hand-drawn series using precise linework, warped geometry, and optical patterns around four archetypal characters. Impact: A distinctive visual narrative that draws attention, invites interpretation, and showcases strong authorship, craftsmanship, and conceptual depth. illustrator graphicdesigner designer webdesigner…
    uniE621 freshly poached
    A vector illustration of an open egg carton filled with green tennis balls labeled “Sigrún.” One is cracked, revealing a golden yolk that mirrors the ball’s color. The lid reads “Freshly Poached,” creating a clever tennis-food pun. Set on a clean blue background with soft vintage tones, the piece blends sport and packaging into a playful visual metaphor for freshness and creativity.…
    uniE621 T-shirt design
    A minimalist t-shirt design depicts a fork twirling colorful pencils like spaghetti against a black background, playfully merging creativity and nourishment.…