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I am Samuel Laryea, a freelance illustrator and animator based in Accra, Ghana, with over six years of experience bringing ideas to life through character design, storybook illustrations, and educational visuals. I enjoy collaborating with clients to translate their visions into engaging visuals that are clear, expressive, and accessible to diverse audiences. I’m passionate about storytelling through art and thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity and deadlines go hand in hand.
I’m a collaborative team player who can adapt my style to suit different brands and projects, from political cartoons to children’s books and animated shorts. I aim to deliver high-quality work that resonates with audiences while meeting client goals and timelines.
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Work Experience
Freelance Illustrator & Designer at GeNuCreation
August 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Created a 14-page illustrated storybook including the cover; designed a custom logo; created a custom portrait and merchandise; adapted approaches to meet client needs.
Freelance Illustrator at Suncel Media
May 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Created educational ads simplifying complex concepts; collaborated with creative team; ensured designs were adaptable across print, digital, and social media.
Freelance Character Designer at Biggavellipresents
June 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Created characters and character sheets for an animated series, The Blackensteins.
Freelance Illustrator at Media Foundation for West Africa
May 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Created political cartoons that offered commentary on current events, social issues and political themes; designed educational visuals for media campaigns, presentations and public outreach materials.
Freelance Illustrator & Character Designer at Creo
August 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Created characters for animated shorts and advertisements; created storyboards for animated films and commercials; illustrated book covers; designed illustrations for merchandise, posters and banners; designed characters and mascots for branding.
Freelance Illustrator at Okasha Graphics
February 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Created educational materials for indigenous communities, simplifying complex issues into accessible and visually engaging content to promote awareness and understanding.
Freelance Character Designer at Dreamland Animation
February 1, 2024 - October 7, 2025Designed characters for Joseph: Dreamer to Governor animated series; designed the movie poster and promotional materials; worked with the animation team to review scenes.
Freelance Illustrator at Digital Mawuli
January 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Specialized in creating custom illustrations for a variety of projects, including political cartoons, educational materials, product design and character design. Worked directly with clients to conceptualize and deliver illustrations that meet their specific vision and needs; delivered print-ready files.
Freelance Illustrator at Wakonté
March 1, 2024 - October 7, 2025Designed and illustrated characters and scenes for children's storybooks, capturing the essence of the narrative through engaging visuals; produced concept art, character sketches and final illustrations for print and digital formats.
Freelance Illustrator & Designer at NilsBritwum
August 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Created custom storybook illustrations, bringing characters and scenes to life through detailed, vibrant artwork; designed original characters for children’s books; created logo concepts; collaborated with authors and clients to refine designs; delivered print-ready files for books, logos and promotional materials.
Intern, Animator & Character Designer at Animax FYB Studios
August 1, 2018 - October 7, 2025Assisted in creating character designs and animations; designed character concepts and storyboards; rotoscoping for animation using Pencil2D; gained experience using animation software and tools.
Freelance Illustrator & Designer at GeNuCreation
August 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025Created a 14-page illustrated storybook, including the cover for the client. Designed a custom logo for a client, translating their brand vision into a clear and impactful visual identity. Designed a custom portrait and various merchandise items. Successfully adapted creative approaches to meet the specific needs of each project for the same client.
Freelance Illustrator at Suncel Media
May 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025Created educational ads that simplified complex concepts, making them engaging and visually clear for customers. Collaborated with the creative team to develop visuals that aligned with campaign objectives. Ensured designs were adaptable across print, digital, and social media platforms.
Freelance Character Designer at Biggavellipresents
June 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025Created characters and character sheets for an animated series, ‘The Blackenstein s’.
Freelance Illustrator at Media Foundation for West Africa
May 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025Created political cartoons that offered commentary on current events, social issues and political themes. Designed educational visuals for media campaigns, presentations and public outreach materials .
Freelance Illustrator & Character Designer at Creo
August 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025Created characters for animated shorts and advertisements, ensuring they were visually appealing and aligned with project themes. Created storyboards for animated films and commercials to guide production and visual storytelling. Illustrated book covers, bringing narratives to life through compelling artwork. Designed illustrations for merchandise, enhancing product appeal and brand identity. Produced posters and banners for promotional and marketing campaigns. Designed characters and mascots that engaged audiences and strengthened brand recognition.
Freelance Illustrator at Okasha Graphics
February 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025Created educational materials for indigenous communities, simplifying complex issues into accessible and visually engaging content to promote awareness and understanding.
Intern, Animator & Character Designer at Animax FYB Studios
August 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025Intern, Animator & Character Designer; assisted in creating character designs and animations for various projects. Designed character concepts and storyboards. Utilized rotoscoping for animation in Pencil2d. Gained experience using animation software and tools.
Freelance Illustrator at Dreamland Animation
February 1, 2024 - October 11, 2025Designed characters for Joseph: Dreamer to Governor animated series. Designed the movie poster and promotional materials. Worked with the animation team to review scenes.
Freelance Illustrator at Digital Mawuli
January 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025Specialized in creating custom illustrations for a variety of projects, including political cartoons, educational materials, product design and character design. Worked directly with clients to conceptualize and deliver illustrations that meet their specific vision and needs. Designed unique characters and visuals that engage audiences and effectively communicate stories or brand identities. Ensured all deliverables are high-quality, print-ready and aligned with client specifications. Maintained a strong focus on deadlines and client satisfaction, delivering polished work within agreed timeframe.
Freelance Illustrator at Wakonté
March 1, 2024 - October 11, 2025Designed and illustrated characters and scenes for children's storybooks, capturing the essence of the narrative through engaging visuals. Designed characters from scratch, ensuring each design was unique, expressive, and aligned with the story’s theme. Produced concept art, character sketches and final illustrations for print and digital formats.
Freelance Illustrator & Designer at NilsBritwum
August 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025Created custom storybook illustrations, bringing characters and scenes to life through detailed, vibrant artwork. Designed original characters for children’s books, ensuring they were visually engaging and appropriate for the target audience. Created logo concepts for businesses and personal brands, translating client visions into clear, impactful designs. Collaborated with authors and clients to refine designs, ensuring consistency and alignment with project goals. Delivered print-ready files for books, logos and promotional materials.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Design at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
June 1, 2015 - June 1, 2019Bachelor of Arts in Communication Design at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
June 1, 2015 - June 1, 2019Bachelor of Arts in Communication Design at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - November 2, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Communication Design at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Communication Design at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - April 24, 2026Qualifications
Adobe Certified Associate Certificate
April 21, 2018 - December 21, 2019Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Other, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet
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