Hi, I'm David F. Stephens, a self-employed illustrator, graphic designer and animator based in Spring Valley, California. For over three decades I've created cartoons, character designs, storyboards, posters and interactive graphics for a wide range of clients—from film and TV production houses to book publishers and event marketing. I work in both traditional and digital media, with a knack for facial animation in close-ups and strong layout and visual storytelling skills. When I’m not sketching, I contribute to marketing campaigns, design logos and branding, or craft educational illustrations. I enjoy collaborating with teams or working solo to deliver polished art that communicates clearly and entertains.

David F. Stephens

Hi, I'm David F. Stephens, a self-employed illustrator, graphic designer and animator based in Spring Valley, California. For over three decades I've created cartoons, character designs, storyboards, posters and interactive graphics for a wide range of clients—from film and TV production houses to book publishers and event marketing. I work in both traditional and digital media, with a knack for facial animation in close-ups and strong layout and visual storytelling skills. When I’m not sketching, I contribute to marketing campaigns, design logos and branding, or craft educational illustrations. I enjoy collaborating with teams or working solo to deliver polished art that communicates clearly and entertains.

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Hi, I’m David F. Stephens, a self-employed illustrator, graphic designer and animator based in Spring Valley, California. For over three decades I’ve created cartoons, character designs, storyboards, posters and interactive graphics for a wide range of clients—from film and TV production houses to book publishers and event marketing. I work in both traditional and digital media, with a knack for facial animation in close-ups and strong layout and visual storytelling skills.

When I’m not sketching, I contribute to marketing campaigns, design logos and branding, or craft educational illustrations. I enjoy collaborating with teams or working solo to deliver polished art that communicates clearly and entertains.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Self-employed Illustrator, Graphic Designer and Animator at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 1992 - Present
Self-employed, full-time independent illustrator, graphic designer and animator. Works on a variety of freelance projects; specializes in character design, animation, and layout. Experience with hand-drawn animation, storyboards, colorization and facial work in close-ups.
Animator at American Film Technologies, Inc.
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1991
Animated in a variety of capacities for San Diego-based AF T, re-animating problem scenes, in-betweening, final lining and lip-syncing; skilled at facial work in close-up; all work hand-drawn using proprietary software for the Marvel Comics series Attack of the Killer Tomatoes.
Character Designer / Designer at G.T.E. Imagitrek
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1990
Designed characters for various projects; established layouts, designs, and storyboards for projects.
Colorist at American Film Technologies, Inc.
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1990
Colorized movies; among only 15 applicants chosen from hundreds of job seekers.
Research Assistant at Computer Intelligence Inc.
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1989
Assisted researchers in tracking computer hardware purchasing histories of over 100,000 companies; earned two promotions in under two years.
Reservations Coordinator at MISTIX, Inc.
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1987
Booked reservations to California State Parks and Hearst Castle; unbeaten in biweekly incentive program to increase hotel reservations in San Simeon area; one of six to remain after end of season lay-off of more than 500 employees.

Education

Graphic Art at Beloit College
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1985

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education