Creative and versatile illustrator with a BA in Animation & Illustration, focused on visual storytelling through expressive character design, visual development, and mood-driven composition. Skilled in adapting style to different project needs, from promotional art and concept work to storyboard and animatics. Passionate about creating engaging illustrations for publishing, entertainment, and digital media, with experience collaborating in structured production pipelines. Proficient in Photoshop, Krita, Blender, and Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, combining creative problem-solving with strong communication and deadline management.…

Raluca-Paula Gagniuc

Creative and versatile illustrator with a BA in Animation & Illustration, focused on visual storytelling through expressive character design, visual development, and mood-driven composition. Skilled in adapting style to different project needs, from promotional art and concept work to storyboard and animatics. Passionate about creating engaging illustrations for publishing, entertainment, and digital media, with experience collaborating in structured production pipelines. Proficient in Photoshop, Krita, Blender, and Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, combining creative problem-solving with strong communication and deadline management.…

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Creative and versatile illustrator with a BA in Animation & Illustration, focused on visual storytelling through expressive character design, visual development, and mood-driven composition. Skilled in adapting style to different project needs, from promotional art and concept work to storyboard and animatics.

Passionate about creating engaging illustrations for publishing, entertainment, and digital media, with experience collaborating in structured production pipelines. Proficient in Photoshop, Krita, Blender, and Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, combining creative problem-solving with strong communication and deadline management.

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Language

English
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent

Work Experience

Storyboard Artist at Final Year Film (University Project)
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Designed storyboards and animatics for a 2-minute animated short. Communicated complex emotions through pose, timing, and shot selection. Collaborated with a team of animators and editors in a pipeline workflow.
Freelance Illustrator
January 1, 2022 - Present
Produced promotional illustrations, character designs, and concept art for clients. Delivered character turnarounds and illustrated assets for independent animation projects. Contributed illustrations and storyboard sequences for Wild Westly, an upcoming animation by Winston Lewis. Adapted visual style to match client branding and project vision.
Customer Assistant at British Heart Foundation
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Developed teamwork and communication skills in a fast-paced environment. Managed time effectively during high-pressure situations. Maintained high customer service standards.
Freelance Illustrator at Freelance
January 1, 2022 - November 13, 2025
Interpreted briefs and adapted art style to client vision. Projects included promotional art, character turnarounds, and storyboards/animatics for university projects and external work, including work on the upcoming animation 'Wild Westly' by Winston Lewis.
Illustrator & Storyboard Artist (Final Year Film - University Project) at Coventry University (University Project)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Created expressive illustrations, storyboards, and animatics for a 2-minute animated short. Designed characters and visuals to support narrative pacing and emotional tone. Collaborated with animators and editors within a structured production pipeline, translating story beats into clear, performance-focused visual development.
Customer Assistant at British Heart Foundation
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Strengthened teamwork and communication in a fast-paced retail environment. Managed tasks efficiently under time pressure and ensured high-quality customer service. Demonstrated adaptability while handling day-to-day responsibilities.
Illustrator & Storyboard Artist — Final Year Film (University Project) at Coventry University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Created expressive illustrations, storyboards, and animatics for a 2-minute animated short. Designed characters and visuals to support narrative pacing and emotional tone. Collaborated with animators and editors within a structured production pipeline.
Volunteer at British Heart Foundation
August 1, 2018 - August 31, 2018
Volunteered as store management staff, trained in customer service, stock organization and cleaning duties. Managed work pace under pressure during busy hours, showing ability to control stressful situations effectively.
NCS participant at NCS
July 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Took part in the NCS experience after finishing secondary school, gaining confidence in working with people in big groups, manual labour, and public speaking. The responsibilities learned impacted choices such as attending college and university abroad.

Education

Diploma at Access Creative College
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
BA (Hons) Animation & Illustration at Coventry University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
BA (Hons) Animation & Illustration at Coventry University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Final year film (2-minute animated short) - illustrated materials and character art at Coventry University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
BA (Hons) Animation & Illustration at Coventry University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Non-Profit Organization

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