Kayla Otto

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Creative illustrator and storyteller specializing in comics, children’s books, and immersive 3D animation.

About

Creative illustrator and storyteller specializing in comics, children’s books, and immersive 3D animation. I bring characters and worlds to life through digital and traditional art, helping stories leap off the page and into interactive experiences. Whether it’s a playful children’s book or a dynamic comic, I turn ideas into vivid visuals that captivate and engage.

Languages

  • ArabicIntermediate
  • DutchIntermediate
  • EnglishFluent
  • FrenchIntermediate
  • ItalianIntermediate
  • Spanish; CastilianIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Computers & Electronics
  • Education
  • Financial Services
  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services

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Projects · 9

Children Book Illustration

Illustration Scene from a musical fantasy story Book

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Comic Illustrator
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Children Book Illustration

Beautiful scene where children are seen comforting a sad friend for losing her favorite doll

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Comic Illustrator
  • +1
Children Book Illustration

Bullying scene from a recently completed children book illustration

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Comic Illustrator
  • +1

Work experience

Freelance Illustrator & Animator · PixelCraft StudiosDec 2025 – Present · 1 yr

Created digital illustrations, comic panels, and 3D animations for client projects. Assisted in conceptualizing characters and environments for interactive media, children’s books, and marketing campaigns. Collaborated with senior artists and project managers to deliver high-quality visual content on schedule.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration · Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)2023 – 2024

Focused on digital and traditional illustration techniques, character design, and 3D animation. Completed projects in comics, children’s book illustration, and interactive storytelling, developing a professional portfolio ready for freelance and studio work.

Certifications and awards

Certified Professional in Graphic Design & Illustration2025 – 2029

Official certification validating practical skills and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for professional-level vector graphics, illustration, and design tasks. Demonstrates mastery of industry-standard tools and techniques used in creating print and digital artwork.

Testimonials · 5.0 from 5 reviews

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