I’m Nina Bermudez, a graphic designer and illustrator with over 8 years of experience creating narrative-driven work across digital and print. I love bringing stories to life through expressive and whimsical illustrations that connect with audiences, especially children. I’m skilled at developing consistent characters, playful compositions, and soft, engaging color palettes. I’ve worked independently and collaboratively, taking projects from concept through final production while managing feedback and deadlines. I’m excited to create illustrations that not only delight young readers but also support the story’s message and emotional tone. I’m comfortable preparing artwork for print and self-publishing platforms like Amazon KDP, and I enjoy contributing to projects that blend creativity with purpose.

Nina Bermudez

I’m Nina Bermudez, a graphic designer and illustrator with over 8 years of experience creating narrative-driven work across digital and print. I love bringing stories to life through expressive and whimsical illustrations that connect with audiences, especially children. I’m skilled at developing consistent characters, playful compositions, and soft, engaging color palettes. I’ve worked independently and collaboratively, taking projects from concept through final production while managing feedback and deadlines. I’m excited to create illustrations that not only delight young readers but also support the story’s message and emotional tone. I’m comfortable preparing artwork for print and self-publishing platforms like Amazon KDP, and I enjoy contributing to projects that blend creativity with purpose.

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I’m Nina Bermudez, a graphic designer and illustrator with over 8 years of experience creating narrative-driven work across digital and print. I love bringing stories to life through expressive and whimsical illustrations that connect with audiences, especially children.
I’m skilled at developing consistent characters, playful compositions, and soft, engaging color palettes. I’ve worked independently and collaboratively, taking projects from concept through final production while managing feedback and deadlines. I’m excited to create illustrations that not only delight young readers but also support the story’s message and emotional tone. I’m comfortable preparing artwork for print and self-publishing platforms like Amazon KDP, and I enjoy contributing to projects that blend creativity with purpose.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer and Illustrator / Business Owner at Ree Artworks
October 1, 2015 - Present
Created original illustrations and designs for digital and physical applications, including apparel concepts and merchandise. Developed concepts based on visual references and refined through multiple iterations. Adapted artwork across formats and dimensions for different uses. Prepared clean, print-ready files for production. Supported projects from concept through final delivery, maintaining organization and meeting deadlines. Managed multiple projects independently while maintaining consistency. Applied strong attention to detail when preparing files and organizing assets. Adapted designs based on feedback and evolving project needs.
Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Wizz Wear
October 31, 2014 - August 31, 2015
- Designed graphics, patterns, and lettering for apparel collections. - Created digital mockups to visualize products and support development decisions. - Collaborated with artists and team members to refine visual direction. - Organized design assets and files for production and team use.

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Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Education
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