I am a hardworking individual with a passion for designing characters and illustrating them with a focus on art fundamentals and storytelling. Whether it be character sheets involving turnarounds, prop sheets, or promotional materials, I aim for quality that not only looks good but tells the story behind the character.

Sam Cairns

I am a hardworking individual with a passion for designing characters and illustrating them with a focus on art fundamentals and storytelling. Whether it be character sheets involving turnarounds, prop sheets, or promotional materials, I aim for quality that not only looks good but tells the story behind the character.

Available to hire

I am a hardworking individual with a passion for designing characters and illustrating them with a focus on art fundamentals and storytelling. Whether it be character sheets involving turnarounds, prop sheets, or promotional materials, I aim for quality that not only looks good but tells the story behind the character.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer (Work Experience) at Paul Kelly Creative
June 1, 2016 - June 1, 2016
One week of work experience in year 10; assisted in graphic design tasks and prepared visual materials for client projects.
Self-Employed Art Teacher at Comic Art Lessons (Self-Employed)
October 1, 2020 - November 20, 2025
Self-employed art tutor offering illustration and comics lessons via social media; developing lesson content and teaching students online.
Graphic Designer at Paul Kelly Creative
June 1, 2016 - June 30, 2016
Completed one week of work experience in year 10 in June 2016; assisted with design tasks and learned client-focused workflows.
Art Teacher at Self-Employed (Comic Art Lessons)
October 1, 2020 - Present
Providing art instruction and comics/art lessons; self-employed since October 2020.
Art Teacher (Self-Employed) at Comic Art Lessons
October 1, 2020 - Present
Self-employed art teacher offering online lessons focused on comics and character design since October 2020.
Self Employed Artist
October 1, 2020 - Present
As a self-employed artist, I explore various artistic mediums and undertake commissions, resulting in diverse and creative projects that strengthen my portfolio.
Self Employed Art Teacher at Self Employed
October 1, 2020 - Present
Provided art lessons focusing on character design and illustrations to students of different skill levels.

Education

Year 12 at St Ignatius College Drysdale
February 1, 2013 - November 1, 2018
Bachelor of Visual Effects and Entertainment Design at Flinders University
March 1, 2022 - November 20, 2025
Bachelor of Visual Effects and Entertainment Design at Flinders University
March 1, 2022 - December 3, 2025
High School at St Ignatius College Drysdale
February 1, 2013 - November 1, 2018
High School (Year 12) at St Ignatius College Drysdale - Geelong VIC
February 1, 2013 - November 1, 2018
Bachelor of Visual Effects and Entertainment Design at Ignatius College Drysdale
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor's Degree at Flinders University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Bachelor of Visual Effects and Entertainment Design
March 1, 2022 - December 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services