I'm Egem Doga Duman, a Nottingham-based illustrator and graphic designer. I finished my MA studies in Illustration at Nottingham Trent University. My practice spans children's books, graphic novels, branding and motion graphics, blending playful storytelling with bold visual design. I showcased my master's projects at New Designers 2025 in London, featuring my self published children's book called The Monster Who Wasn't Just Scary, and a graphic novel adaptation of Welcome to Night Vale. My background is also in Visual Communication Design, and I'm equally skilled and experienced in both illustration and graphic design.…

Egem Doga Duman

I'm Egem Doga Duman, a Nottingham-based illustrator and graphic designer. I finished my MA studies in Illustration at Nottingham Trent University. My practice spans children's books, graphic novels, branding and motion graphics, blending playful storytelling with bold visual design. I showcased my master's projects at New Designers 2025 in London, featuring my self published children's book called The Monster Who Wasn't Just Scary, and a graphic novel adaptation of Welcome to Night Vale. My background is also in Visual Communication Design, and I'm equally skilled and experienced in both illustration and graphic design.…

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I’m Egem Doga Duman, a Nottingham-based illustrator and graphic designer. I finished my MA studies in Illustration at Nottingham Trent University. My practice spans children’s books, graphic novels, branding and motion graphics, blending playful storytelling with bold visual design.

I showcased my master’s projects at New Designers 2025 in London, featuring my self published children’s book called The Monster Who Wasn’t Just Scary, and a graphic novel adaptation of Welcome to Night Vale.

My background is also in Visual Communication Design, and I’m equally skilled and experienced in both illustration and graphic design.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Beginner
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Academic Tutor at Nottingham Trent University
January 1, 2025 - November 26, 2025
Attended BA students' weekly tutorials and gave them feedback on their projects along with the main lecturer.
Intern at Mylos Publishing
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Managed content for online channels, website, and social media; assisted with cover design for magazine and juggled last-minute tasks alongside studies.
Storyboard Artist & VFX Specialist at Freelance (Istanbul)
April 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Illustrated storyboards for the short film PrekOgnitif (18 pages) and created gore-y visual effects using household materials, demonstrating resourcefulness and imagination.
Exhibition / Showcase Participant at New Designers
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Showcased master’s works, including my children’s book and graphic novel, along with my portfolio at the event.
Storyboard Artist & VFX Specialist at Freelance (Self-employed)
October 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Illustrated storyboards for the short film PrekOgnitif, totaling 18 pages of detailed storyboard work. Created gore-y visual effects for the film using household materials; results were professional grade and showcased resourcefulness and imagination.
Exhibitor at New Designers
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Showcased Master’s works, including a children's book, a graphic novel and portfolio at New Designers 2025.

Education

Master of Arts in Illustration at Nottingham Trent University
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication Design at Bahcesehir University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

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

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