I am a creative and versatile digital artist with over four years of professional experience in 2D illustration, character design, and concept art, and more than two years in animation. I’m skilled at visual storytelling, appealing character development, and designing for digital media. I’m also proficient in UI/UX design using Figma, with a strong eye for usability and visual structure. I’m passionate about creating engaging visuals for both entertainment and interactive experiences, and I enjoy collaborating with teams remotely to bring ideas to life.

Uchechukwu Gabriel Eke

I am a creative and versatile digital artist with over four years of professional experience in 2D illustration, character design, and concept art, and more than two years in animation. I’m skilled at visual storytelling, appealing character development, and designing for digital media. I’m also proficient in UI/UX design using Figma, with a strong eye for usability and visual structure. I’m passionate about creating engaging visuals for both entertainment and interactive experiences, and I enjoy collaborating with teams remotely to bring ideas to life.

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I am a creative and versatile digital artist with over four years of professional experience in 2D illustration, character design, and concept art, and more than two years in animation. I’m skilled at visual storytelling, appealing character development, and designing for digital media. I’m also proficient in UI/UX design using Figma, with a strong eye for usability and visual structure.

I’m passionate about creating engaging visuals for both entertainment and interactive experiences, and I enjoy collaborating with teams remotely to bring ideas to life.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance 2D Illustrator & Character Artist at Freelance (Self-employed)
January 1, 2021 - Present
Designed unique characters and visuals for personal IPs and clients. Delivered commissioned artworks including portraits, posters, and promo designs. Created concept art for environments, props, and story elements. Maintained production quality and met deadlines.
2D Animator — Creative & Social Content at Freelance (Self-employed)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Produced expressive character animations for storytelling and short clips. Developed storyboards and timing guides for motion sequencing. Created social-media-ready animated content (reels, loops, GIFs).
UI/UX Designer — Freelance at Freelance (Self-employed)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Designed user interfaces for mobile and web apps using Figma. Built wireframes, prototypes, and user flows. Focused on simplicity, accessibility, and clear user experience.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering) at Elizade University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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