Hi, I’m Hafsa zafar, a freelance illustrator and storyteller based in Karachi, Pakistan. I specialize in children’s illustrations, character alphabets, and story-based visuals that are warm, playful, and engaging. I enjoy turning ideas into clear, meaningful artwork and collaborating closely with clients to bring their stories to life.

Hi, I’m Hafsa zafar, a freelance illustrator and storyteller based in Karachi, Pakistan. I specialize in children’s illustrations, character alphabets, and story-based visuals that are warm, playful, and engaging. I enjoy turning ideas into clear, meaningful artwork and collaborating closely with clients to bring their stories to life.

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Hi, I’m Hafsa zafar, a freelance illustrator and storyteller based in Karachi, Pakistan. I specialize in children’s illustrations, character alphabets, and story-based visuals that are warm, playful, and engaging. I enjoy turning ideas into clear, meaningful artwork and collaborating closely with clients to bring their stories to life.

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Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Sales Executive Intern at Techeazze
June 1, 2024 - August 10, 2024
Supported sales activities, customer outreach, and market research; assisted with marketing tasks and collaterals.
Art Teacher at Bright Education Grammar School
June 19, 2023 - December 2, 2023
Taught art to students; prepared instructional materials and supervised classroom activities.

Education

Bachelor’s in Business & Information Technology at Virtual University Of Pakistan
January 1, 2023 - November 11, 2025
HUMANITIES & ARTS at Abdullah Government College For Women
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Diploma in Graphic Design at Pak College of Computer & Business Education
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Diploma in Graphic Design at Arena Multimedia North Nazimabad
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Secondary Education at Modern Public Secondary School
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020

Qualifications

SDC Diploma in Graphic Animation Program
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
100 Hours Marathon Advanced Diploma in Media Studies
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
SDC Diploma in Graphic Animation Program
January 11, 2030 - December 25, 2025
Advanced Diploma in Media Studies
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail
    paper Character Designs Across Styles

    Created a variety of distinct characters for children’s books and creative projects, exploring different art styles, themes, and moods. From playful and whimsical to bold and adventurous, each character was designed with unique personality, clear silhouettes, and expressive features to enhance storytelling.

    uniE621 Riding into Adventure
    Two happy brothers ride in a bright red car, heading to the park in the warm glow of the evening. The scene is playful, cheerful, and full of childhood joy, perfect for a colorful, engaging children’s book illustration.
    uniE621 Tun Tun Mausi- Chhota Bheem
    Tun Tun Mausi is an Indian cartoon character from the popular animated series Chhota Bheem, which is set in the village of Dholakpur. In a fictional world, she appears as a slim, graceful, and beautiful version of herself while still belonging to the same Indian cartoon universe.Her transformation changes her appearance, but she remains part of the familiar Indian animated world loved by children.
    uniE621 Charlie & Toby's Show And Tell Adventure
    Charlie & Toby's delightful children's Adventure" s a book that follows the joyful escap- ades of a young girl named Charlie and her beloved dog Toby, as, they prepare for an exctiting Show and Tell at school. their journey is filled with creativity, laughter, and special moments as they search for the perfect idea to share childrenbookillustration
    uniE621 Lilly The Sugar Maple Leaf
    Illustrated a charming autumn-themed children’s book following Lily and her animal friends as she talks to a magical sugar maple leaf. Created characters, environment, and cover art in a colorful, engaging style, delivering high-resolution, print-ready illustrations that bring the story to life for young readers childrenbook childrenbookillustration design bookillustator characterartist 2d-artist bookcover
    uniE621 King Raccoon’s Alphabet Adventure”
    Meet King Raccoon, a friendly raccoon who wears a golden crown and a bright red cape. He loves helping children learn their ABCs through fun words, pictures, and stories. Each letter of the alphabet brings a new surprise, with King Raccoon guiding kids using simple explanations and cheerful encouragement. His playful personality makes learning letters easy, fun, and exciting for young learners. alphabets raccoon character kids characterdesign illustration children
    uniE621 Pink Cat Queen
    A mysterious queen seated upon an ornate throne, radiating charm and quiet authority. Her playful smile and elegant posture hide a calculating mind. She rules through influence rather than force, rewarding cleverness and punishing arrogance. The way she watches the player suggests every choice is being measured. Allies may find favor; fools may become pawns. girl pinkcatqueen characterdesign 2d-character artist
    uniE621 Dark-Haired Warrior
    A hardened fighter with sharp blue eyes and an intimidating presence. His muscular frame and open black shirt reflect confidence earned through survival. A strange mark on his neck hints at a troubled past tied to violence, loyalty, or a broken oath. He speaks little, but his actions reveal a strict sense of honor. Gaining his trust unlocks deeper truths and powerful alliances. warrior man characterdesign 2d-Character illustrator
    uniE621 Children Book Illustration- Bo In The Big World
    Illustrated an engaging children’s book following Bo, a curious and brave young boy, as he explores the great outdoors. Created character designs, interior illustrations, and cover art that bring his adventures to life, showcasing varied ecosystems, fascinating insects, and valuable life lessons. childrenbook illustrations design 2dcharacters 2d-artist characterdesign
    paper Luna & The Star Thief

    Illustrated a comic book following Luna, a brave girl on a quest to stop a magical Star Thief. Created dynamic characters, expressive emotions, and engaging panel layouts, delivering high-resolution, print-ready artwork that brings the adventure to life.

    paper Line Art Illustrations

    Created a series of line art illustrations featuring charming and expressive characters. Focused on clean, clear lines and consistent style to ensure the artwork is versatile for coloring books, educational materials, or storytelling projects. All illustrations were delivered in high-resolution, print-ready formats.