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Lucia Panelli

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Hi, I’m Lucia Panelli—an undergraduate illustration and visual development student based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I’m working toward a BFA in Illustration with an in emphasis concept art.

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Hi, I’m Lucia Panelli—an undergraduate illustration and visual development student based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I’m working toward a BFA in Illustration with an in emphasis concept art. I’m looking for opportunities to explore and create fictional worlds and characters! My expertise is digital illustration and character design but I also have a bit of storyboarding experience. My go-to program is Procreate, I’ve been using it for 5+ years.

This bio was written and typed by me. I do not and will not use generative AI in any of my work. This is non-negotiable.

  • 5 years' experience
  • Joined November 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 5 roles

Wellness Associate (Retail, Appointment Booking, Housekeeping) · Pet Evolution (Saint Louis Park)Sep 2026 – Oct 2026 · 2 mos

Supported retail by helping customers find products, cashiering, and maintaining stock. Managed appointment processes including bookings (phone/in-person), check-ins/check-outs, and keeping the system updated with customer and pet information. Completed closing duties including cleaning, laundry catch-up, register counts, locking up, and trash removal—often closing alone during night shifts.

Small Business Owner / Production Artist · L&L Confident ArtistsMay 2025 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Co-founded an events-focused business with a partner, designing products and managing production from concept through final print. Communicated with vendors and production companies, reviewed and approved product proofs, and collaborated on design decisions including colors, fonts, and branding consistency. Created final-printing-draft illustrations and supported event sales by preparing product materials and coordinating details needed for successful vendor participation.

Creative Lead and General Associate · RK SOLUTIONS MNNov 2022 – Sep 2023 · 11 mos

Led product photography workflows and assisted with relocation processes during a move. Designed business cards, social media icons, flyers, and storefront signage. Managed inventory tasks such as taking inventory, sorting, and stocking items. Maintained the business’s social media presence by creating posts for Instagram and Facebook Marketplace.

Sales Associate / Customer Service · Dairy Queen (Circle Pines, MN)Mar 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 9 mos
Cashier and Customer Service · Glitter Glamper at MN State FairAug 2019 – Sep 2019 · 2 mos

Education

Storyboarding production (Internship) · Three Trains Studios2026
General Studies (Post secondary enrollment option) · Minnesota State University-Moorhead2024 – 2025
High school diploma · Lighthouse School2013 – 2024

Certifications and awards

Academic Letter (April 2021)2021 – 2026
MN State Fair Best In Show (Bee Art K-12 competition)2018 – 2026

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