Hi, I’m Lilli Eller, an award-winning freelance illustrator focused on concept art, character design, and editorial illustration. I collaborate with brands such as The Walrus Magazine, DIOR, and NYU to translate ideas into striking visuals. I love teaching as well—I work as a private tutor for kids and adults, teaching acrylic painting and Procreate. I excel at balancing organization with creativity in every lesson.…

Lilli Eller

Hi, I’m Lilli Eller, an award-winning freelance illustrator focused on concept art, character design, and editorial illustration. I collaborate with brands such as The Walrus Magazine, DIOR, and NYU to translate ideas into striking visuals. I love teaching as well—I work as a private tutor for kids and adults, teaching acrylic painting and Procreate. I excel at balancing organization with creativity in every lesson.…

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Hi, I’m Lilli Eller, an award-winning freelance illustrator focused on concept art, character design, and editorial illustration. I collaborate with brands such as The Walrus Magazine, DIOR, and NYU to translate ideas into striking visuals.

I love teaching as well—I work as a private tutor for kids and adults, teaching acrylic painting and Procreate. I excel at balancing organization with creativity in every lesson.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Environmental Design / Research Assistant at Environmental Design
June 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Illustrated the process of water filtration and bioremediation to aid lesson plans.
Environmental Design / Research Assistant at Environmental Design
June 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Illustrated the water filtration and bioremediation processes to support environmental education materials and lesson plans.
President at The New School Rock Climbing Collective
May 31, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Led club activities; oversaw events and membership; collaborated with officers on budgets and programming.
President at The New School Rock Climbing Collective
May 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Taught and assisted club members with rock climbing activities.
Editorial Illustrator at New School Free Press
February 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Created illustrations for magazine articles to amplify the story and pique reader interest.
Editorial Illustrator at New School Free Press
February 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Created illustrations for magazine articles to amplify storytelling and engage readers.
Fashion Illustrator at GraphiPlus
December 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Worked with DIOR to create holiday designs for on-site artist events. Illustrated customers with evening gown designs.
Fashion Illustrator at Graphiplus
December 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Collaborated with Dior on holiday designs for on-site artist events; illustrated customers wearing evening gowns.
Treasurer at The New School Rock Climbing Collective
August 31, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Organized rock climbing events, history of transactions, and funding allotment.
Treasurer at The New School Rock Climbing Collective
August 31, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Organized rock climbing events, maintained transaction history, and managed funding allotments; taught and assisted club members with activities.
Customer Service Sales Associate at The Epicurean Trader
August 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Balanced the job responsibilities of barista, food service, cashier, and retail worker; recommended specific products to fit customer preference.
Reportage Illustrator at NYU
August 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Sketched two classrooms of MBA students in 15 minutes for orientation classes.
Customer Service Sales Associate at The Epicurean Trader
August 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Balanced the job responsibilities of barista, food service, cashier, and retail worker; recommended products to fit customer preferences.
Reportage Illustrator at New York University (NYU)
August 1, 2024 - Present
Sketched two classrooms of MBA students during orientation classes; supported visual storytelling for reportage needs.
Private Tutor at Self-employed
September 1, 2023 - Present
Teaches children and adults how to acrylic paint and use the Procreate drawing app. Creates detailed lesson plans that balance organization with adaptability.
Private Art Tutor at Private Art Tutor
September 1, 2023 - Present
Teaches acrylic painting and Procreate to children and adults; develops detailed lesson plans that balance structured organization with adaptability; guides learners through technique development and creative exploration.
Sales Associate at Madewell
August 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Retail sales and customer service at Madewell in San Francisco and New York.
Sales Associate at Madewell
August 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Balanced responsibilities across locations (San Francisco and New York); balanced barista, food service, cashier, and retail tasks; recommended products to fit customer preferences.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2021 - Present
Specializes in editorial illustration, concept art, and poster illustration. Clients include The Walrus Magazine, San Francisco Public Library, and Drew Friel.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2021 - Present
Specializes in editorial illustration, concept art, and poster design. Built a client base including The Walrus Magazine, San Francisco Public Library, and Drew Friel. Managed multiple client projects from concept to final artwork, collaborating with editors and art directors to meet deadlines and style guidelines.

Education

BFA Illustration at Parsons The New School of Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
BFA Illustration at Parsons The New School of Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

California State Seal of Biliteracy
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Dean’s List
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
California State Seal of Biliteracy
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Dean’s List
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Society of Illustrators Student Scholarship
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet
    Scorpina
    Illustrated a character for author Kiroh Catrell. Designed a balance of cyborg aspects with the unyielding human personality he envisioned. characterdesigner…
    The Walrus Magazine Commission
    Created an editorial illustration for The Walrus Magazine, depicting the discipline of studying historical European fencing (HEMA). editorialillustrator magazineillustrator digitalart…