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I am a creative illustrator and character/creature designer with expertise in biology and visual storytelling. I work across traditional and digital media, delivering engaging artwork for animation, comics, books, and concept design. I have experience collaborating across cultures on high-impact creative projects.
I thrive in cross-functional, multidisciplinary environments and enjoy shaping visual narratives that resonate with audiences and clients alike.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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Expert
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Azerbaijani
Intermediate
English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Turkish
Intermediate
Ukrainian
Beginner
Work Experience
Freelance Illustrator and Designer at Professional Practice
July 1, 2025 - PresentWorked independently with clients on illustration, character, and creature design projects.
Fashion Technical Design and Illustrator Intern at Kittae of NY, LLC
December 1, 2024 - August 14, 2025Created and assembled illustrative posters based on the fashion collection. Designed and conceptualized visually engaging fashion art pieces aligned with industry trends. Conducted detailed research on materials and fabric patterns to optimize design outcomes.
Concept & Storyboard Artist at Baku Media Center
July 1, 2022 - August 14, 2025Designed compelling characters and storyboards for television and film projects using traditional techniques and digital tools like Photoshop. Innovated visual storytelling approaches to enhance audience engagement. Led brainstorming sessions with directors and scriptwriters to develop cohesive and impactful projects. Researched historical and cultural references to incorporate authenticity into designs.
Graphic Design Intern at Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences
August 1, 2018 - August 14, 2025Created visual assets for archaeological exhibitions, blending scientific data with aesthetic appeal. Developed a digital archive for academic visuals to streamline accessibility for researchers. Designed educational materials and infographics to communicate complex scientific findings to public audiences.
Concept Artist Intern at Azerbaijanfilm Studio
August 1, 2016 - August 14, 2025Innovated character development processes emphasizing anatomical accuracy and creative stylization. Assisted in sculpting 3D models for animated sequences, contributing to dynamic pre-production visuals. Collaborated with animation directors to ensure characters’ visual consistency across scenes.
Freelance Illustrator and Designer at Professional Practice (Self-employed)
July 1, 2025 - PresentWorking independently with clients on illustration, character, and creature design projects.
Fashion Technical Design and Illustrator Intern at Kittae of NY, LLC
December 1, 2024 - September 23, 2025Created and assembled illustrative posters based on the fashion collection. Designed and conceptualized visually engaging fashion art pieces that aligned with industry trends. Conducted detailed research on materials and fabric patterns to optimize design outcomes.
Concept & Storyboard Artist at Baku Media Center
July 1, 2022 - September 23, 2025Designed compelling characters and storyboards for television and film projects, combining traditional techniques and digital tools like Photoshop. Innovated visual approaches to storytelling, creating narrative-driven artwork that enhanced audience engagement. Led brainstorming sessions with directors and scriptwriters to develop cohesive and visually impactful projects. Researched historical and cultural references to incorporate authenticity into designs.
Graphic Design Intern at Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences
August 1, 2018 - September 23, 2025Created visual assets for archaeological exhibitions, blending scientific data with aesthetic appeal. Developed a digital archive for academic visuals, streamlining accessibility for researchers. Designed educational materials and infographics to bridge complex scientific findings with public audiences.
Concept Artist Intern at Azerbaijanfilm Studio
August 1, 2016 - September 23, 2025Innovated character development processes, incorporating anatomical accuracy and creative stylization. Assisted in sculpting 3D models for animated sequences, contributing to dynamic pre-production visuals. Collaborated with animation directors to ensure characters’ visual consistency across different scenes.
Creative Director and Illustrator at Rhode Island Novelty
July 1, 2025 - November 20, 2025Directed branding campaigns for Great Wolf Lodge wolf mascot and merchandise, increasing brand engagement by 35% across retail and digital platforms. Led cross-functional teams delivering visuals, storyboards, and assets for toy and entertainment launches; designed scalable brand identities across digital, packaging, and experiential platforms; conducted client-facing presentations and iterative reviews.
Art Director at Professional Practice with Mural Designer (Multiple Companies)
July 1, 2025 - November 20, 2025Created the Oak Fitness four-panel mural, repurposed for digital marketing, outdoor ads, and email campaigns; campaign credited with a 22% increase in membership sign-ups in 3 months; collaborated with account and media teams to align visual design with campaign KPIs.
Fashion Technical Design at Kittae of NY, LLC
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Created and assembled 20+ illustrative posters based on the fashion collection; assisted in exhibition setup and presentation; conducted research on fabrics, patterns, and trends to inform design decisions and optimize visual impact; collaborated with the design team to refine concepts, resulting in polished promotional and print-ready materials.
Senior Art Director at Baku Media Center
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022Developed 50+ characters and storyboards for television and film projects by blending traditional drawing with digital tools; innovated visual storytelling approaches, enhancing narrative engagement; facilitated creative workshops with directors and scriptwriters; incorporated historical and cultural research to enhance authenticity; delivered SEO-driven visual content strategies and managed cross-department teams to execute campaigns; improved workflow efficiency by 30% with new pipelines.
Graphic Designer at Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences
August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018Created visual assets for archaeological exhibitions, developed a digital archive of academic visuals, and designed educational materials and infographics to translate complex findings into public-facing visuals.
Concept Artist at Azerbaijanfilm Studio
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016Designed original characters with anatomical accuracy and creative stylization; assisted in sculpting 3D models for animated sequences; collaborated with animation directors to maintain consistency and visual continuity across scenes.
Education
Master of Fine Arts in Illustration at Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Design at Bilkent University
September 1, 2014 - May 1, 2019Master of Fine Arts in Illustration at Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Design at Bilkent University
September 1, 2014 - May 1, 2019Master of Fine Arts in Illustration at Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Design at Bilkent University
September 1, 2014 - May 1, 2019Qualifications
LinkedIn Ads Solutions Certification
January 1, 2025 - November 20, 2025Meta Marketing Analytics & Campaign Strategy
January 1, 2025 - November 20, 2025Adobe Creative Cloud Professional
January 1, 2024 - November 20, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other
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