Hi, I'm Romaine Bartley, a creative 3D Modeler, Animator, and Illustrator with over 5 years of freelance experience. I specialize in character design, visual development, and digital illustration, and I have a passion for storytelling and world-building. I enjoy collaborating with animation teams and working on multimedia campaigns to bring compelling visual narratives to life. I have completed over 50 freelance projects, including book cover illustrations and splash art for international clients. I've also led character and background design for animated projects and developed original IP concepts for media campaigns. I'm always eager to learn and grow, recently enhancing my skills through courses and internships in the animation and creative media industry.

Romaine Bartley

Hi, I'm Romaine Bartley, a creative 3D Modeler, Animator, and Illustrator with over 5 years of freelance experience. I specialize in character design, visual development, and digital illustration, and I have a passion for storytelling and world-building. I enjoy collaborating with animation teams and working on multimedia campaigns to bring compelling visual narratives to life. I have completed over 50 freelance projects, including book cover illustrations and splash art for international clients. I've also led character and background design for animated projects and developed original IP concepts for media campaigns. I'm always eager to learn and grow, recently enhancing my skills through courses and internships in the animation and creative media industry.

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Hi, I’m Romaine Bartley, a creative 3D Modeler, Animator, and Illustrator with over 5 years of freelance experience. I specialize in character design, visual development, and digital illustration, and I have a passion for storytelling and world-building. I enjoy collaborating with animation teams and working on multimedia campaigns to bring compelling visual narratives to life.

I have completed over 50 freelance projects, including book cover illustrations and splash art for international clients. I’ve also led character and background design for animated projects and developed original IP concepts for media campaigns. I’m always eager to learn and grow, recently enhancing my skills through courses and internships in the animation and creative media industry.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Self-Employed (Remote)
May 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024
Created illustrations and design assets for books, promotional content, and private commissions. Designed characters, environments, and full concept packages for indie creators. Worked with international clients, maintaining communication and meeting tight deadlines.
Character Designer & Background Artist at Vocational Technical Development Institute (VTDI) Animation Project – “My Duty”
September 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024
Designed stylized characters based on script direction and theme. Developed background compositions and color palettes that enhanced storytelling. Collaborated with the animation team to ensure visual consistency across scenes.
Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Remote
May 1, 2020 - June 7, 2024
Created illustrations and design assets for books, promotional content, and private commissions. Designed characters, environments, and full concept packages for indie creators. Worked with international clients, maintaining communication and meeting tight deadlines.
Character Designer & Background Artist at VTDI Animation Project – “My Duty”
September 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024
Designed stylized characters based on script direction and theme. Developed background compositions and color palettes that enhanced storytelling. Collaborated with the animation team to ensure visual consistency across scenes.

Education

Associate Degree in Animation at Vocational Technical Development Institute (VTDI)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Associate Degree in Animation at Vocational Technical Development Institute (VTDI)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Qualifications

NCB’s “Level Up” Short Course - Graphic Design & Brand Development
May 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020
NCB’s “Level Up” Short Course Graphic Design & Brand Development
May 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other