I am a senior illustrator with a strong artistic foundation, having attended a specialized Arts High School (Liceo Artistico) where I first nurtured my lifelong passion for drawing. I later advanced my technical skills by graduating as a Graphic Designer, a background that allows me to combine traditional artistic sensitivity with professional digital precision…

Paolo Maccio

I am a senior illustrator with a strong artistic foundation, having attended a specialized Arts High School (Liceo Artistico) where I first nurtured my lifelong passion for drawing. I later advanced my technical skills by graduating as a Graphic Designer, a background that allows me to combine traditional artistic sensitivity with professional digital precision…

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I am a senior illustrator with a strong artistic foundation, having attended a specialized Arts High School (Liceo Artistico) where I first nurtured my lifelong passion for drawing. I later advanced my technical skills by graduating as a Graphic Designer, a background that allows me to combine traditional artistic sensitivity with professional digital precision

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Junior Graphic Designer at Grafica Libera SNC – Cagliari, Italy
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Worked directly alongside the studio owner, learning practical graphic design techniques. Contributed to layout design, print materials, and visual communication projects. Participated in trade fairs and exhibitions, supporting graphic setup and presentation. Gained hands-on experience in real production environments.
Entry-Level Graphic Designer / Comic & Illustration Artist
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Graphic & Visual Design, Layout Design, Visual storytelling, and basic prepress. Hand-drawn and digital illustrations; comic & manga style drawing; basic character design.
Production & Technical Roles at Freelance – Italy, Australia, Ireland, Netherlands
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2024
Experience in structured and fast-paced production environments. Developed strong attention to detail, precision, and problem-solving skills. Teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in international work settings.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2024
Freelance graphic designer focused on comic & illustration projects; remote Netherlands; creation of graphic and illustrative content for print and digital use; hand-drawn and digital illustrations; layout design; visual storytelling; basic pre-press; proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; client-focused with attention to deadlines and visual quality.
Apprentice Graphic Designer at Muccia Graphici
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
School internship focused on graphic design and print production; supported daily studio activities, learning layout, basic pre-press, and print workflows; assisted in file preparation and visual materials under senior supervision.
Junior Graphic Designer at Grafica Librera SNC
January 1, 2009 - Present
Worked directly alongside studio owner, learning practical graphic design techniques; contributed to layout design, print materials, and visual communication projects; participated in trade fairs and exhibitions; supported graphic setup and presentation; gained hands-on experience in real production environments.
Production & Technical Roles at Various (Italy, Australia, Ireland, Netherlands)
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Experience in production and technical roles; international environments; strong attention to detail, precision, and problem-solving; teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in international work settings.

Education

Diploma in Graphic Design and Web Design at D.A. Azuni Technical Institute, Cagliari, Italy
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Diploma in Graphic Design and Web Design at Azu ni Technical Institute
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Diploma in Graphic Design and Web Design at Azuni Technical Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026
Diploma in Graphic Design and Web Design at Azuni Technical Institute; Cagliari, Italy
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Diploma in Graphic Design and Web Design
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Healthcare