Samuel Laryea

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Hi, I’m Samuel Laryea, a freelance illustrator and animator based in Accra, Ghana. I specialize in character design, storybook illustrations, and expressive visuals that help brands and creators tell engaging stories.

About

Hi, I’m Samuel Laryea, a freelance illustrator and animator based in Accra, Ghana. I specialize in character design, storybook illustrations, and expressive visuals that help brands and creators tell engaging stories.

With 6+ years of experience across political cartoons, educational visuals, and animation, I love adapting my style to fit different projects and audiences. I’m passionate about turning complex ideas into accessible, visually captivating narratives.

  • Joined October 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Government
  • Professional Services
  • Other
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Software & Internet

Projects · 2

Work experience· 22 roles

Freelance Illustrator & Designer · NilsBritwumAug 2025 – Oct 2025 · 3 mos

Created 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.

Freelance Illustrator & Character Designer · CreoAug 2025 – Oct 2025 · 3 mos

Created 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 & Designer · GeNuCreationAug 2025 – Oct 2025 · 3 mos

Created 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 & Designer · NilsBritwumAug 2025 – Oct 2025 · 3 mos
Freelance Illustrator & Character Designer · CreoAug 2025 – Oct 2025 · 3 mos
Freelance Illustrator & Designer · GeNuCreationAug 2025 – Oct 2025 · 3 mos
Freelance Character Designer · BiggavellipresentsJun 2025 – Oct 2025 · 5 mos
Freelance Character Designer · BiggavellipresentsJun 2025 – Oct 2025 · 5 mos

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Design · Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology2015 – 2019

Certifications and awards

Adobe Certified Associate Certificate2018 – 2019

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