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Shaun Speight

Hi. You’ve stumbled blindly across the profile for Shaun Speight, freelance artist and graphic designer - otherwise known as Sad Astronaut. I’m based in Norwich, UK, but am open to freelance opportunities and commissions worldwide. Hit me up if you’d like to know more.…

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Hi.

You’ve stumbled blindly across the profile for Shaun Speight, freelance artist and graphic designer - otherwise known as Sad Astronaut.

I’m based in Norwich, UK, but am open to freelance opportunities and commissions worldwide.

Hit me up if you’d like to know more.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Illustrator / Motion Artist at Unclassified Encounter
January 2, 2022 - November 28, 2025
Illustrator and producer of motion graphics for the YouTube fictional horror channel, Unclassified Encounter: https://youtube.com/@unclassifiedencounter?si=Dj_KM4rUf4jSPTIV
LandCrabs at Creator-Owned Graphic Novel
May 23, 2023 - July 28, 2023
Providing pencils, inks, colours and lettering for independent WW2 graphic novel ‘LandCrabs’ by Forrest Stuts. Available on Amazon.
Freelance Print, Ads & Logo Design at TAIT
December 1, 2003 - Present
Freelance graphic design focusing on logo design, print, and album artwork; ongoing since 2003.
Album & Tour Artwork Designer at Hello Bear!
December 1, 2003 - Present
Created album and tour artwork for Norwich-based DIY punk band Hello Bear!
Social Media & Advertising Designer at coffeecups.co.uk
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2015
Created hundreds of assets for social media, website, and email marketing; contributed to branding and promotional materials.
Illustrator at sad astronautdesigns
November 26, 2021 - Present
Illustration; co-written ten full episodes and six short stories since 2021.
Graphic Designer - Print Campaign at Norwich Theatre Royal
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Print campaign work for Norwich Theatre Royal in 2021.

Education

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Qualifications

Bachelor of the Arts (Hons) Painting
January 5, 2026 - February 28, 2032

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Retail