I am a junior Concept Artist, recently graduated from the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), with a strong passion for semi-stylised worlds grounded in reality. During my studies, I developed solid experience across a wide range of creative briefs, supported by a background in graphic design that has given me a strong understanding of professional creative workflows and visual communication. I am now seeking an entry-level role where I can continue to grow my skills and contribute to a collaborative, creative team.

Salome Gudumidze

I am a junior Concept Artist, recently graduated from the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), with a strong passion for semi-stylised worlds grounded in reality. During my studies, I developed solid experience across a wide range of creative briefs, supported by a background in graphic design that has given me a strong understanding of professional creative workflows and visual communication. I am now seeking an entry-level role where I can continue to grow my skills and contribute to a collaborative, creative team.

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I am a junior Concept Artist, recently graduated from the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), with a strong passion for semi-stylised worlds grounded in reality.

During my studies, I developed solid experience across a wide range of creative briefs, supported by a background in graphic design that has given me a strong understanding of professional creative workflows and visual communication.

I am now seeking an entry-level role where I can continue to grow my skills and contribute to a collaborative, creative team.

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Language

English
Fluent
Georgian
Fluent

Work Experience

Concept Artist / Team Lead at Copper Candle Fortnite project (UCA | Narrative Game Lab)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Contributed as a concept artist and team lead on a narrative game project; created concept assets and collaborated with 3D artists and developers within a real-time production pipeline.
Freelance Designer at AlterSocks LLC | Georgian Designer socks
December 31, 2024 - July 24, 2025
Creating sock designs.
Mo Cap to Game App Bootcamp at Copper Candle & UCA
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created concepts for the Copper Candle Fortnite project. Led a team of 3 concept art students to create cohesive characters, environment and assets.
Graphic designer & Illustrator at DOTS LLC | Marketing agency, Tbilisi, Georgia Upwork | Freelance platform UniLab | Illia State University Cyberlab, Tbilisi, Georgia
December 31, 2023 - July 24, 2025
Responsibilities included social media poster design, branding and logo design, UI design and web illustrations, web iconography, pitch decks and presentation design, character design, and illustration.
Game Jam 2023 at UCA
December 31, 2023 - July 24, 2025
"Best overall" winner in 2D category: Concept environment piece “Rising to Ecotopia”.
Team Participant / Concept Artist at UCA Game Jam
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Participated as concept artist on the UCA Game Jam 2023, contributing to story ideation and visual development.
Freelance Designer at AlterSocks LLC
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Designed original sock designs that were produced and sold commercially; gained hands-on experience designing physical products for everyday use.
Graphic Design Intern at DOTS LLC
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Social media design, branding, and print materials; iterative design based on client feedback; hands-on experience with technical design and print preparation while understanding client needs.
Assurance professional in Financial Audit Department at EY Georgia | Georgian branch of the global professional service network
December 31, 2021 - July 24, 2025
Performed financial audit procedures as a part of an audit team for multiple local and international companies. Led a team of professionals during final year.
Freelance UI/UX Designer at Upwork
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Worked on UI/UX design, web iconography, and illustrations for websites; collaborated with web developers, project managers and production interns to deliver a fully functional site; designed social media posters and other web assets.
Auditor at EY Georgia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Performed financial audit procedures as part of a team for multiple local and international companies; led a team of professionals during final year, strengthening supervision, coordination and working under deadlines at the heart of Georgia’s financial industry.

Education

BA Comic & Concept art at University for the Creative Arts
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2026
BA Business administration - Finance major at Free University of Tbilisi
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Introduction to Digital Arts at Styx School of Digital Art
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Introduction in digital arts
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator (essential & advanced training)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Adobe Photoshop (Essential & Advanced)
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026
Adobe Illustrator (Essential & Advanced)
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026
Adobe InDesign
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026
Procreate
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026
User Experience Design (Essential Course)
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026
Colour Theory (Essential Course)
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026
Introduction to Digital Arts (Course)
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Professional Services, Gaming, Software & Internet, Education, Retail