I am Lena Nemik, a versatile illustrator and visual storyteller passionate about translating complex concepts into compelling visual narratives. With a background in editorial and narrative-driven illustration, I have worked with various international clients and NGOs, especially in educational projects. My journey includes creating comics, character designs, and animated illustrations, which allow me to combine creativity with storytelling and mentoring others along the way.

Lena Nemik

I am Lena Nemik, a versatile illustrator and visual storyteller passionate about translating complex concepts into compelling visual narratives. With a background in editorial and narrative-driven illustration, I have worked with various international clients and NGOs, especially in educational projects. My journey includes creating comics, character designs, and animated illustrations, which allow me to combine creativity with storytelling and mentoring others along the way.

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I am Lena Nemik, a versatile illustrator and visual storyteller passionate about translating complex concepts into compelling visual narratives. With a background in editorial and narrative-driven illustration, I have worked with various international clients and NGOs, especially in educational projects. My journey includes creating comics, character designs, and animated illustrations, which allow me to combine creativity with storytelling and mentoring others along the way.

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Language

English
Advanced
Belarusian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator
January 1, 2013 - Present
As a freelance illustrator since 2013, I have collaborated with various clients like Adobe, Bridge Professional Exchange Program, and UNICEF, creating impactful visual narratives and educational illustrations. My projects include animated illustrations for tech companies and illustrated workbooks to aid volunteers in self-care.

Education

Cultural Studies at Belarusian State University of Culture and Arts
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Storytelling Course at Gonzo Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Composition for Designers Course at Belarus
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Creative Experiments Summer School at Cyprus
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
The Book Course at Netherlands
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Creating a Book as a Project Summer School at Cyprus
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
School of Non-Authoritarian Education at EYFA, Berlin
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Winner of the Social Projects Contest
January 1, 2019 - October 17, 2025
Zrabili Award for Creative Problem Solving
January 1, 2019 - October 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization