Hi! I'm Tyler Melton, an emerging illustrator and visual storyteller making the exciting transition from graphic design. I have a genuine passion for character-driven narratives and love crafting atmospheric stories that come alive through expressive compositions using both digital and traditional methods. With a strong foundation in graphic design and years of professional experience, I'm focused on bringing imaginative worlds to life, whether it's through concept art for games or personal projects. I enjoy collaborating with clients and communities to create meaningful and engaging visual stories.

Tyler Melton

Hi! I'm Tyler Melton, an emerging illustrator and visual storyteller making the exciting transition from graphic design. I have a genuine passion for character-driven narratives and love crafting atmospheric stories that come alive through expressive compositions using both digital and traditional methods. With a strong foundation in graphic design and years of professional experience, I'm focused on bringing imaginative worlds to life, whether it's through concept art for games or personal projects. I enjoy collaborating with clients and communities to create meaningful and engaging visual stories.

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Hi! I’m Tyler Melton, an emerging illustrator and visual storyteller making the exciting transition from graphic design. I have a genuine passion for character-driven narratives and love crafting atmospheric stories that come alive through expressive compositions using both digital and traditional methods.

With a strong foundation in graphic design and years of professional experience, I’m focused on bringing imaginative worlds to life, whether it’s through concept art for games or personal projects. I enjoy collaborating with clients and communities to create meaningful and engaging visual stories.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created custom character portraits, fanart, and promotional illustrations for online clients. Prioritized communication, turnaround, and delivering on visual briefs.
Graphic Designer
January 1, 2024 - July 24, 2025
Worked professionally in branding, layout design, and digital marketing. Built strong foundations in composition, typography, and collaborative creative production before shifting focus to full-time illustration and visual storytelling.
Graphics Specialist at Highland Homes
August 8, 2023 - May 22, 2025
Create visual text and imagery concepts using primarily Adobe Creative Suite software to assist Sales and Architecture. Assist in the development of web-ready interactive floor plans, elevation renders and photo retouching.
Marketing & Graphic Design Specialist at Allied Stone, Inc.
December 31, 2019 - July 11, 2025
Assisted the Marketing Director with inventory management, vendor relations, and new vendor meetings. Developed all digital and print marketing materials including social media ads, brochures, magazine ads and layouts, billboards, and flyers. Responsible for social media content scheduling and boosting.
Graphic Designer at Navarro College
April 1, 2019 - Present
Create visual text and imagery concepts using primarily Adobe Creative Suite software to inspire prospective students and employees or inform current ones. Develop the overall layout and design for various advertisements, brochures, billboards, digital campaigns, and brand guidelines.
Store Artist / Illustrator at Central Market
March 31, 2017 - July 11, 2025
Created printed media such as signs, flyers, brochures, posters, and chalkboard drawings. Rendered illustrations from sketches, memory, or imagination to be used in various visual layouts for printed media.
Graphic Associate at Sign Art
June 29, 2013 - July 10, 2025
Collaborated with colleagues to print, stick, and trim advertisement signs for various companies and buildings. Traveled to sites to help set up advertisements at specific locations.

Education

Bachelor of Science at University of North Texas Denton
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016

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Industry Experience

Education, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Gaming, Software & Internet