Freelance illustrator, currently working on their first graphic novel whilst taking commissions. Has printed and distributed comics and zines in the past, can confidently work to an industry brief and utilise storytelling techniques. Graduated from Norwich University of the Arts with a First Class Degree in Illustration.…

Sunny Petch

Freelance illustrator, currently working on their first graphic novel whilst taking commissions. Has printed and distributed comics and zines in the past, can confidently work to an industry brief and utilise storytelling techniques. Graduated from Norwich University of the Arts with a First Class Degree in Illustration.…

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Freelance illustrator, currently working on their first graphic novel whilst taking commissions. Has printed and distributed comics and zines in the past, can confidently work to an industry brief and utilise storytelling techniques.
Graduated from Norwich University of the Arts with a First Class Degree in Illustration.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Self-Employed – Paid Commission Work at Independent / Self-Employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Engaged in a steady stream of commissions, operating through social media to promote and publish work.
Bartender at The Dog Inn Horsford
May 1, 2023 - Present
General bar work including serving customers, cash handling, cleaning; maintains a clean venue and strong social/customer service skills.
Bar Supervisor at Bar and Beyond
August 1, 2022 - October 7, 2025
Managed a team of five; fast-paced environment; restocked bars; delegated roles; opened/closed shifts; required quick thinking and problem solving.
Animator at Curve Ball Media
May 1, 2019 - Present
Wrote, pitched, and produced a short animated advert from scratch over two weeks; responded to industry feedback and client input.
Marketing and Design Intern at Anteros Arts Foundation
July 1, 2017 - Present
Created and distributed promotional material for the foundation; supported design and marketing tasks.

Education

BA Illustration First Class Honours at Norwich University of the Arts
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024
A-Levels (AAA) at Hellesdon High School & Sixth Form
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
BA Illustration (First Class Honours) at Norwich University of the Arts
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024

Qualifications

Vice Chancellor's Commendation
January 1, 2024 - October 7, 2025
Norfolk Scholars Award (for high A-Level grades)
January 1, 2020 - October 7, 2025
A-Levels AAA
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Vice Chancellor's Commendation
January 1, 2024 - October 7, 2025
Norfolk Scholars Award (A-Levels)
January 1, 2020 - October 7, 2025
GCSEs (9-6)
January 1, 2018 - October 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail
    uniE621 Carol by Patricia Highsmith, Comic Adaptation
    For my final project in University, I chose to adapt the book 'Carol' by Patricia Highsmith and turn it into a comic. I pushed the boundaries of layout, opting to not use any harsh borders and instead use the floral motif. The intention of this was to reflect the dreamlike quality that inhabits the beginning of their relationship, with this unravelling as the story continues. This is one of the double page spreads that I completed. comic illustrator…
    uniE621 Test Comic Page
    Comic page for an independent project, establishing the main character and the universe in which she exists. Focus on clothing design, personality establishment, and layout. characterdesign comic…
    paper A Gut Feeling - Educational Comic
    Working with The Quadram Institute (gut health specialists based in Norfolk) to educate and normalise the discussion of gut health, I created this mini-comic. I chose to write a romantic comedy, deliberately contrasting the taboo topic at hand and adding a light-hearted air to it. 'A Gut Feeling' follows the main character Arella as she prepares for her first date, but things take a turn for the worst when her IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) flares up due to the nerves. I designed the characters, wrote the script, illustrated and coloured the pages independently. comic illustrator…
    paper How Do We Live? community-led zine
    'HDWL?' is a passion project that I created, starting with a callout for creatives to respond to a chosen prompt. Issue 1 is about 'Artificial Intelligence', documenting how artists and writers have responded to this advancement in technology. Issue 2 is currently in the works. I organised, designed, funded, printed and distributed this project. zine independentproject…