I am a self-motivated and fast-learning illustrator with both independent and collaborative experience gained through my BA degree. I adapt to a wide range of creative briefs and have a particular passion for character design, creating atmosphere, and conveying narrative. Experienced and comfortable working to deadlines and effectively responding to feedback using both digital and traditional media. I am eager to bring the worlds and ideas of others to life through my work and continue developing as an illustrator.

Paige Spears

I am a self-motivated and fast-learning illustrator with both independent and collaborative experience gained through my BA degree. I adapt to a wide range of creative briefs and have a particular passion for character design, creating atmosphere, and conveying narrative. Experienced and comfortable working to deadlines and effectively responding to feedback using both digital and traditional media. I am eager to bring the worlds and ideas of others to life through my work and continue developing as an illustrator.

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I am a self-motivated and fast-learning illustrator with both independent and collaborative experience gained through my BA degree. I adapt to a wide range of creative briefs and have a particular passion for character design, creating atmosphere, and conveying narrative. Experienced and comfortable working to deadlines and effectively responding to feedback using both digital and traditional media. I am eager to bring the worlds and ideas of others to life through my work and continue developing as an illustrator.

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Work Experience

Illustrator - Film Collaboration
July 1, 2025 - Present
Designing characters and concept art conveying the narrative of a written script to be presented at pitches and film festivals. Interpreting the characters and creative vision of the director by presenting multiple designs and sketches for consideration. Creating a rich and immersive atmosphere with continuity through style and colour. Developing the character designs to reflect their personalities, behaviours, and roles within the narrative. Illustrations currently unavailable on public portfolio due to film production stage but available upon request.
Illustrator - Major Project at Arts University Bournemouth
May 1, 2025 - August 9, 2025
Designed immersive and atmospheric concept art tailored to a fantasy film. Created original characters and developed them throughout character sheets designed to industry standard. Captured emotion, interaction, and movement throughout the pieces to create a narrative and display relationships between characters.
Front of House at Harbour Lights Cafe, Littlehampton
July 1, 2024 - Present
Customer facing role developing skills including time management, working within a team, excellent customer service, and confident communication.
Front of House at The Beach Club, Littlehampton
September 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Customer facing role developing skills including time management, teamwork, excellent customer service, and confident communication.
Retail Assistant at Hobbycraft, West Worthing
August 1, 2022 - August 9, 2025
Customer service and retail duties supporting store operations and assisting customers.
In Store Assistant at Dominos, Rustington
July 1, 2021 - August 9, 2025
In store assistant role focused on customer service and order handling.

Education

BA Illustration, 2:1 at Arts University Bournemouth
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025
UAL Foundation Diploma - Art and Design at Northbrook College
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
A Levels at The Littlehampton Academy
September 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education