I am a freelance illustrator with a strong focus on fantasy-themed artwork and digital painting. My work combines advanced techniques in color theory, lighting, and atmosphere to create impactful illustrations that immerse viewers into imaginative worlds. I have collaborated with international projects such as Trivium Studios (Georgia, USA), where I contributed illustrations for a Trading Card Game, and The Dawnless Days, a long-term creative project set in a fantasy universe. In these roles, I worked closely with art directors and teams of artists to maintain a cohesive visual style, deliver high-quality assets on schedule, and adapt to client feedback through iterative revisions. Beyond illustration, I explore 3D tools such as Blender and Daz3D to enhance composition and depth, integrating them seamlessly with my digital painting process in Photoshop and Illustrator. This hybrid approach allows me to bring dynamic perspectives and a polished finish to each piece. My goal is to continue developing as an artist within the fantasy and game art industry, contributing illustrations that not only support gameplay and storytelling but also inspire a sense of wonder.…

Valerio Cossu

I am a freelance illustrator with a strong focus on fantasy-themed artwork and digital painting. My work combines advanced techniques in color theory, lighting, and atmosphere to create impactful illustrations that immerse viewers into imaginative worlds. I have collaborated with international projects such as Trivium Studios (Georgia, USA), where I contributed illustrations for a Trading Card Game, and The Dawnless Days, a long-term creative project set in a fantasy universe. In these roles, I worked closely with art directors and teams of artists to maintain a cohesive visual style, deliver high-quality assets on schedule, and adapt to client feedback through iterative revisions. Beyond illustration, I explore 3D tools such as Blender and Daz3D to enhance composition and depth, integrating them seamlessly with my digital painting process in Photoshop and Illustrator. This hybrid approach allows me to bring dynamic perspectives and a polished finish to each piece. My goal is to continue developing as an artist within the fantasy and game art industry, contributing illustrations that not only support gameplay and storytelling but also inspire a sense of wonder.…

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I am a freelance illustrator with a strong focus on fantasy-themed artwork and digital painting. My work combines advanced techniques in color theory, lighting, and atmosphere to create impactful illustrations that immerse viewers into imaginative worlds.

I have collaborated with international projects such as Trivium Studios (Georgia, USA), where I contributed illustrations for a Trading Card Game, and The Dawnless Days, a long-term creative project set in a fantasy universe. In these roles, I worked closely with art directors and teams of artists to maintain a cohesive visual style, deliver high-quality assets on schedule, and adapt to client feedback through iterative revisions.

Beyond illustration, I explore 3D tools such as Blender and Daz3D to enhance composition and depth, integrating them seamlessly with my digital painting process in Photoshop and Illustrator. This hybrid approach allows me to bring dynamic perspectives and a polished finish to each piece.

My goal is to continue developing as an artist within the fantasy and game art industry, contributing illustrations that not only support gameplay and storytelling but also inspire a sense of wonder.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Administrative Employee at Maggini Group Srl
October 1, 2024 - September 23, 2025
Managed multi-line phone system, documents, contracts, invoicing, inventory, logistics, and provided graphic design support; maintained customer and supplier relations.
Illustrator at The Dawnless Days
March 1, 2023 - Present
Applied color theory and lighting techniques to enhance mood and depth; collaborated with a team of artists to develop consistent visual storytelling; produced illustrations for promotional materials and publications.
Illustrator (Freelance) at TriVium Studios
July 1, 2025 - September 23, 2025
Created concept illustrations and card artworks for a Trading Card Game project; collaborated with the art director and other illustrators to maintain a cohesive visual style; delivered high-quality assets under strict deadlines, adapting to client feedback and revisions.
Illustrator (Freelance) at Trivium Studios
July 1, 2025 - September 23, 2025
Created concept illustrations and card artworks for a Trading Card Game project. Collaborated with art director and other illustrators to maintain a cohesive visual style. Delivered high-quality assets under strict deadlines, adapting to client feedback and revisions. Applied advanced digital painting techniques to produce impactful fantasy-themed illustrations.
Administrative Employee at Maggini Group Srl
October 1, 2024 - September 23, 2025
Managed multi-line phone system, document filing, contracts, invoices, and administrative tasks. Oversaw supply inventory and organized logistics, shipping, and warehouse coordination. Provided graphic design support for website updates, company presentations, and promotional materials. Designed the company’s official logo and maintained digital communication materials. Maintained customer and supplier relations, offering administrative and service support. Used Excel and Microsoft Office daily for data entry, reporting, and financial tracking. Managed Amazon Seller Central and eBay stores, including cataloging and listing products with optimized descriptions and images. Monitoring stock availability, pricing, and sales trends. Handling customer requests, returns, and feedback. Coordinating promotions, discounts, and advertising campaigns. Contributed to the overall growth of online sales by ensuring product visibility and customer satisfaction.
Illustrator (Freelance) at IPS Stendhal Roma
June 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Freelance illustration work during studies in graphic design, contributing artwork and visual assets for various projects.
Illustrator at Trivium Studios
July 1, 2025 - September 23, 2025
Created concept illustrations and card artworks for a Trading Card Game project. Collaborated with art director and other illustrators to maintain a cohesive visual style. Delivered high-quality assets under tight deadlines, adapting to client feedback and revisions. Applied advanced digital painting techniques to produce impactful fantasy-themed illustrations.
Administrative Employee at Maggini Group Srl
October 1, 2024 - September 23, 2025
Managed multi-line phone system, document filing, contracts, invoices, and administrative tasks. Oversaw supply inventory and organized logistics, shipping, and warehouse coordination. Provided graphic design support for website updates, company presentations, and promotional materials. Designed the company’s official logo and maintained digital communication materials. Maintained customer and supplier relations, offering administrative and service support. Used Excel and Microsoft Office daily for data entry, reporting, and financial tracking. Managed Amazon Seller Central and eBay stores, including cataloging and listing products with optimized descriptions and images; monitoring stock, pricing, and sales trends; handling customer requests, returns, and feedback; coordinating promotions and advertising campaigns.
Illustrator Freelance at The Dawnless Days
March 1, 2023 - Present
Applied color theory and lighting techniques to enhance mood and depth in artworks. Collaborated with a team of artists to develop consistent visual storytelling. Designed illustrations based on project requirements and creative direction. Produced computer-generated artwork for promotional materials and publications.
Illustrator (Freelance) at IPS Stendhal Roma
June 1, 2020 - September 24, 2025
Graphic design and illustration work as a freelance illustrator.
Illustrator at Trivium Studios
July 1, 2025 - September 24, 2025
Created concept illustrations and card artworks for a Trading Card Game project. Collaborated with art director and other illustrators to maintain cohesive visual style. Delivered high-quality assets under strict deadlines, adapting to client feedback and revisions. Applied advanced digital painting techniques to produce impactful fantasy-themed illustrations.
Administrative Employee at Maggini Group Srl
October 1, 2024 - September 24, 2025
Managed multi-line phone system, document filing, contracts, invoices, and administrative tasks. Oversaw inventory and logistics, shipping, and warehouse coordination. Provided graphic design support for website updates, company presentations, and promotional materials. Designed the company’s official logo and maintained digital communication materials. Maintained customer and supplier relations, offering administrative and service support. Used Excel and Microsoft Office daily for data entry, reporting, and financial tracking. Managed Amazon Seller Central and eBay stores, including cataloging and listing products, monitoring stock, pricing, and sales trends, handling customer requests, returns, and feedback. Coordinated promotions and advertising campaigns.
Illustrator at The Dawnless Days
March 1, 2023 - Present
Illustrator (Remote). Applied color theory and lighting techniques to enhance mood and depth in artworks. Collaborated with a team of artists to develop consistent visual storytelling. Designed illustrations based on project requirements and creative direction. Produced computer-generated artwork for promotional materials and publications.
Illustrator at Trivium Studios
July 1, 2025 - September 24, 2025
Created concept illustrations and card artworks for a Trading Card Game project. Collaborated with art director and other illustrators to maintain a cohesive visual style. Delivered high-quality assets under strict deadlines, adapting to client feedback and revisions. Applied advanced digital painting techniques to produce impactful fantasy-themed illustrations.
Administrative Employee at Maggini Group Srl
October 1, 2024 - September 24, 2025
Managed multi-line phone system, document filing, contracts, invoices, and administrative tasks. Oversaw supply inventory and organized logistics, shipping, and warehouse coordination. Provided graphic design support for website updates, company presentations, and promotional materials. Designed the company’s official logo and maintained digital communication materials. Maintained customer and supplier relations, offering administrative and service support. Used Excel and Microsoft Office daily for data entry, reporting, and financial tracking. Managed Amazon Seller Central and eBay stores, including: Cataloging and listing products with optimized descriptions and images. Monitoring stock availability, pricing, and sales trends. Handling customer requests, returns, and feedback. Coordinating promotions, discounts, and advertising campaigns. Contributed to the overall growth of online sales by ensuring product visibility and customer satisfaction.
Illustrator at The Dawnless Days
March 1, 2023 - Present
Illustrator. Applied color theory and lighting techniques to enhance mood and depth in artworks. Collaborated with a team of artists to develop consistent visual storytelling. Designed illustrations based on project requirements and creative direction. Produced computer-generated artwork for promotional materials and publications.

Education

Graphic Design at IPS Stendhal Roma
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2020
Graphic Design at IPS Stendhal Roma
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2020
Graphic Design at IPS Stendhal Roma
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2020
Graphic Design at IPS Stendhal Roma
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2020
Graphic Design at IPS Stendhal Roma
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2020

Qualifications

Driving Licence (B)
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education
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