Hi, I'm Giorgia Mentasti. I'm an Italian illustrator and designer based in Varese, with a passion for character design, background art, storyboarding and color work. I collaborate on freelance projects for books, indie comics, and promotional materials, always aiming for clear storytelling and vibrant visuals. I value teamwork, adaptability, and open communication.…

Giorgia Mentasti

Hi, I'm Giorgia Mentasti. I'm an Italian illustrator and designer based in Varese, with a passion for character design, background art, storyboarding and color work. I collaborate on freelance projects for books, indie comics, and promotional materials, always aiming for clear storytelling and vibrant visuals. I value teamwork, adaptability, and open communication.…

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Hi, I’m Giorgia Mentasti. I’m an Italian illustrator and designer based in Varese, with a passion for character design, background art, storyboarding and color work. I collaborate on freelance projects for books, indie comics, and promotional materials, always aiming for clear storytelling and vibrant visuals. I value teamwork, adaptability, and open communication.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator; Character/Background Designer; Storyboarder; Colorist at Self-employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Freelance illustrator and designer providing character/background design, storyboarding and color work for various clients.
Part-time Graphic Artist at Gymnic Club
January 1, 2019 - Present
Overseer of graphic designs and printer on call.
Social Media Assistant at Mentasti Arredamenti
December 31, 2020 - October 22, 2025
Managed Facebook and Instagram accounts for the business.
Social Services Assistant at Civic Library and Kids Library 'Gianni Rodari', Varese
December 31, 2022 - October 22, 2025
Provided social services support within the libraries.
Graphic Designer at Piero Costa – indie music album Curiosandosi
December 31, 2021 - October 22, 2025
Designed the case, CD and pamphlet for the indie music album Curiosandosi (Spotify).
Promotional Stickers Illustrator at Fabiana Culatti
December 31, 2022 - October 22, 2025
Illustrated promotional stickers for the book Qualcosa sta parlando.
Illustrator at Andrea Stella
December 31, 2024 - October 22, 2025
Illustrator of the short one-shot comics Vita di un Sasso and I gatti sono spie aliene?
Intern Cook at Bun Burger
December 31, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Intern cook responsible for ingredient preparation, kitchen cleaning, and direct contact with customers.

Education

high school at Liceo Artistico Angelo Frattini
October 15, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Three years specialization at International Comic Academy
October 15, 2024 - October 15, 2024
Diploma di Maturità Artistica (Grafica) at Liceo Artistico A. Frattini, Varese
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Corso di specializzazione professionale di Fumetto at Scuola Internazionale di Comics, Torino
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025

Qualifications

Corso di formazione operatori del settore alimentare
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Blumm Prize Art Award finalist
January 1, 2014 - October 22, 2025
Corso di formazione operatori del settore alimentare
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other