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Hi, I’m Raya Zimon, a multidisciplinary illustrator and costume designer based in Connecticut. I create narrative art for posters, books, games, and stage productions, blending traditional drawing with digital tools and textile craft. I value collaboration across disciplines and love turning imaginative ideas into tangible art and wearable design. I’ve worked as a freelancer and in small teams across illustration, game art, costume creation, and retail roles. My work ranges from commissioned portraits and book illustrations to pixel-art game assets and theater costumes, and I enjoy bringing playful, story-driven visuals to life.…Hi, I’m Raya Zimon, a multidisciplinary illustrator and costume designer based in Connecticut. I create narrative art for posters, books, games, and stage productions, blending traditional drawing with digital tools and textile craft. I value collaboration across disciplines and love turning imaginative ideas into tangible art and wearable design. I’ve worked as a freelancer and in small teams across illustration, game art, costume creation, and retail roles. My work ranges from commissioned portraits and book illustrations to pixel-art game assets and theater costumes, and I enjoy bringing playful, story-driven visuals to life.

Raya Zimon

Freelance Digital Illustrator, Game Designer, Concept Artist, +6

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Hi, I’m Raya Zimon, a multidisciplinary illustrator and costume designer based in Connecticut. I create narrative art for posters, books, games, and stage productions, blending traditional drawing with digital tools and textile craft. I value collaboration across disciplines and love turning imaginative ideas into tangible art and wearable design. I’ve worked as a freelancer and in small teams across illustration, game art, costume creation, and retail roles. My work ranges from commissioned portraits and book illustrations to pixel-art game assets and theater costumes, and I enjoy bringing playful, story-driven visuals to life.…Hi, I’m Raya Zimon, a multidisciplinary illustrator and costume designer based in Connecticut. I create narrative art for posters, books, games, and stage productions, blending traditional drawing with digital tools and textile craft. I value collaboration across disciplines and love turning imaginative ideas into tangible art and wearable design. I’ve worked as a freelancer and in small teams across illustration, game art, costume creation, and retail roles. My work ranges from commissioned portraits and book illustrations to pixel-art game assets and theater costumes, and I enjoy bringing playful, story-driven visuals to life.

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Hi, I’m Raya Zimon, a multidisciplinary illustrator and costume designer based in Connecticut. I create narrative art for posters, books, games, and stage productions, blending traditional drawing with digital tools and textile craft. I value collaboration across disciplines and love turning imaginative ideas into tangible art and wearable design.

I’ve worked as a freelancer and in small teams across illustration, game art, costume creation, and retail roles. My work ranges from commissioned portraits and book illustrations to pixel-art game assets and theater costumes, and I enjoy bringing playful, story-driven visuals to life.

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Work Experience

Self Employed - Raya Zimon LLC at Raya Zimon LLC

May 1, 2017 - November 17, 2025

Conceived and illustrated commissioned art for posters, character portraits, books, narrative illustrations. Created, designed, and sewed costumes for theater, cosplay customers, and personal wardrobe. Tailor clothes, upholstery and other items for a variety of clients and self.

Sales Associate at Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts

May 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019

Cross-trained in register, cutting counter, and stocking. Provided customer service and assisted with inventory and seasonal displays.

Embroidery Machine Operator at Epic Logo Products

June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024

Collaborated with product development and dropship teams to create custom embroidery for customers. Modified existing designs based on customer specifications, ensuring accuracy and creativity. Implemented revisions promptly in response to customer feedback. Submitted digital files for production and ensured timely shipment. Executed print and digital specifications following brand standards. Collaborated with co-workers on projects while running embroidery machines.

Sales Associate at Hull’s Art Supply & Framing

October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025

Cross-trained to handle register as well as frame designs for framing customers. Maintained clean and organized environment with properly stocked and labeled shelves; arranged seasonal displays. Provided accurate information on products and supplies based on customer needs.

Illustrator & Designer at Dísir - Video Game

May 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019

Created art, design, and coding for a short pixel RPG game built in RPG Maker MV based on Scandinavian mythology. Composed music in collaboration with Matthew Zimon.

Illustrator at Before You - Children’s Book

May 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019

Designed and illustrated a 16-page children's book.

Illustrator & Designer at No Title - You’re Dead {and Out Of This World} Fanzine

October 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020

Created artwork featured in a fanzine (anthology of work from artists and writers) for a TV series, contributing to a project that raised over $3,000 in revenue.