This was the first book in the series and I was asked to create and establish the look and design of the characters and the world that they live in. illustrates kidslitart
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- Children’s Book Illustrator
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David Vordtriede
- St. Louis, United States
- 10 projects
Hi, I’m David Vordtriede, a freelance illustrator and art director based in St. Louis.
About
Hi, I’m David Vordtriede, a freelance illustrator and art director based in St. Louis. Since 2013 I’ve been creating illustrations and artwork for books, animation, and the gaming world for clients such as Target, Hallmark, Ravensburger, Disney, Epic!, Sesame Workshop, Vevo, and more. I’ve served as Co-Director and Art Director for Vevo.com’s original online series A.K.A., handling storyboards, character designs and production across all three seasons. I’ve developed key art and logos for Bandai Namco’s Nintendo Switch release and created artwork used on package covers for major retailers. I also wrote and illustrated a series of early reader picture books for Epic!.
- Joined August 2025
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Gaming
- Retail
- Education
- Non-Profit Organization
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Projects · 10
I got to both write and illustrate this book in the series. characterdesign kidslitart illustration
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- Children’s Book Illustrator
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I served as both author and illustrator for this book in the series as well. illustration kidslitart
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- Children’s Book Illustrator
- Illustrator
I illustrated a set of ABC cards for an app created for preschool age children to have access to. kidslitart characterdesign illustration educationalartwork illustrator artdirection
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- Concept Artist
- Illustrator
I illustrated a set of ABC cards for an app created for preschool age children to have access to. kidslitart characterdesign illustration educationalartwork illustrator artdirection
- Art Director
- Freelance Digital Illustrator
- Graphic Designer
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I illustrated a set of ABC cards for an app created for preschool age children to have access to. kidslitart characterdesign illustration educationalartwork illustrator artdirection
- Art Director
- Freelance Digital Illustrator
- Graphic Designer
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I illustrated a set of ABC cards for an app created for preschool age children to have access to. kidslitart characterdesign illustration educationalartwork illustrator artdirection
- Art Director
- Freelance Digital Illustrator
- Graphic Designer
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I illustrated a set of ABC cards for an app created for preschool age children to have access to. kidslitart characterdesign illustration educationalartwork illustrator artdirection
- Art Director
- Freelance Digital Illustrator
- Graphic Designer
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I illustrated a set of ABC cards for an app created for preschool age children to have access to. kidslitart characterdesign illustration educationalartwork illustrator artdirection
- Art Director
- Freelance Digital Illustrator
- Graphic Designer
- +1
I illustrated a set of ABC cards for an app created for preschool age children to have access to. kidslitart characterdesign illustration educationalartwork illustrator artdirection
- Art Director
- Freelance Digital Illustrator
- Graphic Designer
- +1
Work experience· 13 roles
Senior Graphic Artist · Loungefly - FunkoDec 2025 – Aug 2025
Designed and produced licensed product artwork and concepts for backpacks, handbags, enamel pins, and apparel based on top intellectual properties such as Disney, Star Wars, Marvel, Universal, and Pixar. Managed projects through all stages including approvals, revisions, and production. Collaborated to create storytelling elements across collections and helped foster an open environment for younger artists in the group.
Senior Graphic Artist · Loungefly - FunkoJan 2021 – Jan 2025 · 4 yrs 1 mo
Senior artist responsible for bringing licensed properties through the product lifecycle—from concept and final artwork to approvals and prototyping. Created original artwork for Disney, Star Wars, Marvel, Universal, Pixar and more for backpacks, handbags, enamel pins and apparel. Collaborated with Creative Directors and Product Designers to develop cohesive, nostalgic product lines.
Art Director / Creative Consultant · SquaredCo StudiosJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos
Collaborated with Creative Director on concept and visual development for environmental graphics, product and package design, and gallery shows. Guided projects from ideation through production, including creating a nominated paper craft art toy. Delivered speaking engagements and presentations offering inspiration and guidance to younger artists and designers.
Illustrator · XPLANE / The Dachis GroupDec 2013 – Aug 2025 · 11 yrs 9 mos
Freelance Illustration & Art Direction · The LoulanderJan 2013 – Present · 13 yrs 11 mos
Freelance Illustration & Art Direction as The Loulander · The LoulanderJan 2013 – Present · 13 yrs 11 mos
Designer · 501creativeDec 2011 – Aug 2025 · 13 yrs 9 mos
Illustrator · XPLANE / The Dachis GroupJan 2011 – Jan 2013 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts Visual Communication · Truman State University, Kirksville, MO2030 – 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication · Truman State University2030 – 2025
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