My name is Gustavo Magalhães and I’m an illustrator and comic artist, sharing my days with my wife and dogs in Caçapava, a small town in the countryside of São Paulo, Brazil. I work across editorial, comics and advertising, among other fields, exploring narratives through a multidisciplinary style strongly influenced by comics and cartoons. I divide my free time between reading comics, walking with our dogs and playing with my band. Contact: For general inquiries, please _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Selected Clients: The New Yorker, Folha de São Paulo, The Intercept, Paramount, Jeep, GQ, Volkswage,Cincinnati Magazine, Forbes Spain, The New Republic, Golf Digest, Adidas, VC S/A, El Correo, Veja Saúde, Você RH, Sesc, Superinteressante, Society, Tampon!, The Academy, Galileu, So Press, Converse, Mol Impacto

Gustavo Magalhães

My name is Gustavo Magalhães and I’m an illustrator and comic artist, sharing my days with my wife and dogs in Caçapava, a small town in the countryside of São Paulo, Brazil. I work across editorial, comics and advertising, among other fields, exploring narratives through a multidisciplinary style strongly influenced by comics and cartoons. I divide my free time between reading comics, walking with our dogs and playing with my band. Contact: For general inquiries, please _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Selected Clients: The New Yorker, Folha de São Paulo, The Intercept, Paramount, Jeep, GQ, Volkswage,Cincinnati Magazine, Forbes Spain, The New Republic, Golf Digest, Adidas, VC S/A, El Correo, Veja Saúde, Você RH, Sesc, Superinteressante, Society, Tampon!, The Academy, Galileu, So Press, Converse, Mol Impacto

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My name is Gustavo Magalhães and I’m an illustrator and comic artist, sharing my days with my wife and dogs in Caçapava, a small town in the countryside of São Paulo, Brazil.

I work across editorial, comics and advertising, among other fields, exploring narratives through a multidisciplinary style strongly influenced by comics and cartoons. I divide my free time between reading comics, walking with our dogs and playing with my band.

Contact:
For general inquiries, please Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

Selected Clients:
The New Yorker, Folha de São Paulo, The Intercept, Paramount, Jeep, GQ, Volkswage,Cincinnati Magazine, Forbes Spain, The New Republic, Golf Digest, Adidas, VC S/A, El Correo, Veja Saúde, Você RH, Sesc, Superinteressante, Society, Tampon!, The Academy, Galileu, So Press, Converse, Mol Impacto

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Illustrator & Cartoonist at Freelancer
January 1, 2013 - Present
Collaborated with a wide range of international clients in the editorial, music, fashion, and entertainment industries; developed illustrations for print and digital media, including album covers, posters, apparel, packaging, and magazines; delivered creative solutions under tight deadlines while maintaining consistent quality and artistic integrity; built long-term relationships with clients through clear communication and reliable project management.
Senior Illustrator at Fried Design Company
January 1, 2019 - Present
Produced high-quality illustrations for digital and print media aligned with brand guidelines for multiple award-winning projects; led visual direction for campaigns and collaborated with cross-functional teams; adapted styles to fit diverse project needs while meeting tight deadlines; maintained illustration assets and style guides to support scalable design; presented visual concepts and mock ups.
Co-founder at Miopia Studio
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2020
Established and grew the studio into a creative hub delivering high-quality illustration and design work. Specialized in music merch and screen-printed posters, packaging, and editorial projects; Developed a unique visual language by blending traditional and digital techniques, with handcrafted textures, analog aesthetics, and experimental layouts. Creative direction is inspired by underground culture, tattoo art, and vintage print design; Mentored junior illustrators and ensured consistency in visual outputs.

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Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services