I am a concept artist with a strong passion for design and visuals, storytelling, recognised for creativity, attention to detail, and a deep interest in the gaming industry. I aspire to create characters that inspire and emotionally connect with players. I am currently honing my skills in concept art using tools like Photoshop, while exploring new styles and techniques to merge aesthetics with gameplay. I am seeking an opportunity to grow in a creative environment, contributing to the creation of memorable worlds and stories, inspired by the values and quality of Riot Games' titles.

Francesco Russo

I am a concept artist with a strong passion for design and visuals, storytelling, recognised for creativity, attention to detail, and a deep interest in the gaming industry. I aspire to create characters that inspire and emotionally connect with players. I am currently honing my skills in concept art using tools like Photoshop, while exploring new styles and techniques to merge aesthetics with gameplay. I am seeking an opportunity to grow in a creative environment, contributing to the creation of memorable worlds and stories, inspired by the values and quality of Riot Games' titles.

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I am a concept artist with a strong passion for design and visuals, storytelling, recognised for creativity, attention to detail, and a deep interest in the gaming industry.

I aspire to create characters that inspire and emotionally connect with players. I am currently honing my skills in concept art using tools like Photoshop, while exploring new styles and techniques to merge aesthetics with gameplay. I am seeking an opportunity to grow in a creative environment, contributing to the creation of memorable worlds and stories, inspired by the values and quality of Riot Games’ titles.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Concept Artist at IMORI STUDIO
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Made concepts of characters for a 2D game in production; contributed character concepts for a project titled Song of Soulsies and collaborated on game art direction.
Freelance Concept Artist at Freelancer
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Created concept art for various projects, including children’s book illustration concepts and D&D campaign illustrations; ongoing involvement in game art and visual design.
Concept Artist at Freelancer / Self-Employed
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Freelance concept art for various projects.
Concept Artist at Private Client
December 1, 2024 - November 26, 2025
Realization of illustrations for a private individual's D&D campaign.

Education

Education in Concept Art at Scuola Italiana di Comix
November 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024
Master Project - UX/UI Designer at Bottled / The Game UX/UI Design Program
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Certificate in Concept Art at Scuola Italiana di Comix
November 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024
Master Project: Bottled - The Game UX/UI Designer at IMORI STUDIO (Master Project)
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet