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Hi, I’m River Rising—an author and illustrator with over thirty books, four comics, and one magazine credit. I’m skilled in book layout, typography, and cover/interior design, with three years of publishing experience. Based in Albuquerque, NM, I’m currently pursuing an M.A. in Publishing and I’m passionate about manga, graphic novels, and visual storytelling that amplifies diverse voices. My work blends traditional storytelling with bold visuals to create accessible, engaging experiences for readers. I love collaborating with authors and communities to bring inclusive voices to print and screen.…Hi, I’m River Rising—an author and illustrator with over thirty books, four comics, and one magazine credit. I’m skilled in book layout, typography, and cover/interior design, with three years of publishing experience. Based in Albuquerque, NM, I’m currently pursuing an M.A. in Publishing and I’m passionate about manga, graphic novels, and visual storytelling that amplifies diverse voices. My work blends traditional storytelling with bold visuals to create accessible, engaging experiences for readers. I love collaborating with authors and communities to bring inclusive voices to print and screen.

River Rising

Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Comic Illustrator, +4

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Hi, I’m River Rising—an author and illustrator with over thirty books, four comics, and one magazine credit. I’m skilled in book layout, typography, and cover/interior design, with three years of publishing experience. Based in Albuquerque, NM, I’m currently pursuing an M.A. in Publishing and I’m passionate about manga, graphic novels, and visual storytelling that amplifies diverse voices. My work blends traditional storytelling with bold visuals to create accessible, engaging experiences for readers. I love collaborating with authors and communities to bring inclusive voices to print and screen.…Hi, I’m River Rising—an author and illustrator with over thirty books, four comics, and one magazine credit. I’m skilled in book layout, typography, and cover/interior design, with three years of publishing experience. Based in Albuquerque, NM, I’m currently pursuing an M.A. in Publishing and I’m passionate about manga, graphic novels, and visual storytelling that amplifies diverse voices. My work blends traditional storytelling with bold visuals to create accessible, engaging experiences for readers. I love collaborating with authors and communities to bring inclusive voices to print and screen.

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Hi, I’m River Rising—an author and illustrator with over thirty books, four comics, and one magazine credit. I’m skilled in book layout, typography, and cover/interior design, with three years of publishing experience. Based in Albuquerque, NM, I’m currently pursuing an M.A. in Publishing and I’m passionate about manga, graphic novels, and visual storytelling that amplifies diverse voices.

My work blends traditional storytelling with bold visuals to create accessible, engaging experiences for readers. I love collaborating with authors and communities to bring inclusive voices to print and screen.

Skills

Language

Work Experience

Sales, Marketing & Artist in Residence at Microcosm Publishing

December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Designed book layouts, covers, merch, and marketing materials; expanded LGBTQ+ catalog and advised on inclusive editorial practices; wrote product copy and formatted e-books; represented brand at publishing expos and community events; executed email marketing campaigns and B2B outreach; provided coverage in company bookstore and maintained inventory with strong customer service.

Community Health Worker at Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless

December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Created visual job aids and resource guides; coordinated wraparound care for LGBTQ+, unhoused, and neurodiverse clients.

Behavior Technician & Caregiver at Autism Learning Partners / Simplicity Home Health

December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Supported children with ASD and elderly clients through individualized care; delivered ABA services and daily living support.

Library Clerk at Winn & Natchitoches Parish Libraries

December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014

Assisted with youth programs, summer reading, and patron support.

Research & Outreach Intern at Trans Youth Channel

December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014

Wrote and edited newsletters, designed content guides, and built outreach campaigns to support trans youth creators.

Intern at Urban Arts Collective

December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012

Designed and installed murals across Memphis.

Education

Bachelors of Design Art at Memphis College of Art

August 16, 2010 - May 13, 2013

Majored in Sequential Narrarive. Interned at Urban Arts Collective.

Masters In Publishing at Bay Path University

January 16, 2023 - May 3, 2028

Currently in progress

Qualifications

Best of Net Nominee

October 2, 2025 - October 3, 2025

Nominated by Multiplicuty Magazine for Best of Net award for illustration "Singing Out Safe"

B.A. in Sequential Narrative