I’m a creative and detail-oriented comic illustrator with over 6 years of professional experience, specializing in horror comic illustration, dark art concepts, children’s book illustrations, and captivating book covers. I transform written stories into emotionally powerful visuals that engage readers and evoke lasting impact. I thrive in collaborative environments, working with writers, publishers, and Webtoon creators to develop storyboards, visual tone, and character identity. I’m adept at managing full illustration pipelines—from sketching and inking to coloring and layout optimization for digital publication—across genres that include horror, thriller, and fantasy.

Saheed Alabi

I’m a creative and detail-oriented comic illustrator with over 6 years of professional experience, specializing in horror comic illustration, dark art concepts, children’s book illustrations, and captivating book covers. I transform written stories into emotionally powerful visuals that engage readers and evoke lasting impact. I thrive in collaborative environments, working with writers, publishers, and Webtoon creators to develop storyboards, visual tone, and character identity. I’m adept at managing full illustration pipelines—from sketching and inking to coloring and layout optimization for digital publication—across genres that include horror, thriller, and fantasy.

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I’m a creative and detail-oriented comic illustrator with over 6 years of professional experience, specializing in horror comic illustration, dark art concepts, children’s book illustrations, and captivating book covers. I transform written stories into emotionally powerful visuals that engage readers and evoke lasting impact.

I thrive in collaborative environments, working with writers, publishers, and Webtoon creators to develop storyboards, visual tone, and character identity. I’m adept at managing full illustration pipelines—from sketching and inking to coloring and layout optimization for digital publication—across genres that include horror, thriller, and fantasy.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

3d character modeling at Fiverr
September 30, 2018 - October 16, 2025
3d character animation at Fiverr
September 29, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Freelance Comic Illustrator at Self-employed / Webtoon Platform & Independent Authors
January 1, 2021 - November 28, 2025
Successfully illustrated 3+ Webtoon comic series across horror, thriller, and fantasy genres for international authors, including The Jitter. Collaborated with writers to develop storyboards, visual tone, and character identity, achieving strong reader engagement. Designed digital and printed comic book covers that enhanced brand visibility and sales performance. Managed full illustration pipelines including sketching, inking, coloring, and layout optimization for digital publication. Portfolio highlights include Nightfall Whispers, Grim Eyes, and Dreamlight Tales.
Senior Comic Illustrator at Dark Shadows Studio
December 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Produced horror-themed graphic novels blending realistic shading with surreal gothic atmospheres. Supervised a team of junior artists and reviewed concept drafts to maintain narrative consistency. Illustrated 6 full-length comic titles, including award-nominated work featured on horror anthologies.
Children’s Book Illustrator at Bright Pages Media
May 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018
Illustrated 8+ children's picture books for early readers, emphasizing emotion, color harmony, and storytelling clarity. Created lively, engaging visuals that enhanced children's emotional connection with storylines. Coordinated with writers and editors to align artistic direction with educational tone.

Education

Bachelor in computer science at Lagos state university
April 1, 2017 - April 20, 2023
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Illustration Design at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication at Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2017

Qualifications

Expert Maya animator
March 27, 2017 - March 26, 2023
Adobe Certified Expert (Photoshop & Illustrator)
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025
Digital Comic Design Certification – Coursera
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Child Illustration & Character Building – Skillshare
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
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