Hi, I’m Samira Hoseini, a freelance illustrator with over six years of experience. I create illustration and visual storytelling for children’s books, magazines, comics, and social media content, collaborating with authors, publishers, and creators around the world. My published works include story books and poetry collections, and I’ve worked with international clients including Iranian publishing houses, educational organizations, YouTubers, and musicians on Instagram. In 2024 I served as art director for an animated thesis film and taught character design at Mehr Ayen Art School in Karaj. I’ve developed a strong portfolio across books, magazines, and digital media, and I enjoy bringing ideas to life through striking cover art, character design, and engaging visuals.

Samira Hoseini

Hi, I’m Samira Hoseini, a freelance illustrator with over six years of experience. I create illustration and visual storytelling for children’s books, magazines, comics, and social media content, collaborating with authors, publishers, and creators around the world. My published works include story books and poetry collections, and I’ve worked with international clients including Iranian publishing houses, educational organizations, YouTubers, and musicians on Instagram. In 2024 I served as art director for an animated thesis film and taught character design at Mehr Ayen Art School in Karaj. I’ve developed a strong portfolio across books, magazines, and digital media, and I enjoy bringing ideas to life through striking cover art, character design, and engaging visuals.

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Hi, I’m Samira Hoseini, a freelance illustrator with over six years of experience. I create illustration and visual storytelling for children’s books, magazines, comics, and social media content, collaborating with authors, publishers, and creators around the world. My published works include story books and poetry collections, and I’ve worked with international clients including Iranian publishing houses, educational organizations, YouTubers, and musicians on Instagram.

In 2024 I served as art director for an animated thesis film and taught character design at Mehr Ayen Art School in Karaj. I’ve developed a strong portfolio across books, magazines, and digital media, and I enjoy bringing ideas to life through striking cover art, character design, and engaging visuals.

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Language

English
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Character Design Teacher at Mehr Ayen Art School, Karaj
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Character design instruction, including animation theory and history.
Art Director at Travelous - Animated Thesis Film
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Directed visual style, character design, and overall art direction; official selection and award recipient at multiple international festivals.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Illustrator and visual storyteller for books, magazines, comics, and social media content. Published works include story books and poetry collections. Collaborated with international clients, including Iranian publishing houses, educational organizations, YouTubers, and musicians on Instagram.

Education

Master’s Degree in Animation at Soore University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Ferdowsi Institute of Higher Education
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Adobe Photoshop (Expert)
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
Adobe Illustrator (Working Knowledge)
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
InDesign (Learning)
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
AI Tools: Sora, Gemini (Familiar)
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Other