I am a digital illustrator and graphic designer with over a decade of experience creating educational and publisher-level visuals. I specialize in bringing concepts to life through clean vector art and engaging layouts, collaborating closely with educators, SMEs, and developers to deliver print-ready and digital assets. I stay current with the latest design techniques and software to produce high-quality illustrations for books, posters, and educational resources. I’ve led teams of 2D and 3D artists and worked with international clients on web design and publishing projects, always focusing on clear communication, quality output, and creative solutions that meet educational goals.

Simon Krikorian

I am a digital illustrator and graphic designer with over a decade of experience creating educational and publisher-level visuals. I specialize in bringing concepts to life through clean vector art and engaging layouts, collaborating closely with educators, SMEs, and developers to deliver print-ready and digital assets. I stay current with the latest design techniques and software to produce high-quality illustrations for books, posters, and educational resources. I’ve led teams of 2D and 3D artists and worked with international clients on web design and publishing projects, always focusing on clear communication, quality output, and creative solutions that meet educational goals.

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I am a digital illustrator and graphic designer with over a decade of experience creating educational and publisher-level visuals. I specialize in bringing concepts to life through clean vector art and engaging layouts, collaborating closely with educators, SMEs, and developers to deliver print-ready and digital assets. I stay current with the latest design techniques and software to produce high-quality illustrations for books, posters, and educational resources.

I’ve led teams of 2D and 3D artists and worked with international clients on web design and publishing projects, always focusing on clear communication, quality output, and creative solutions that meet educational goals.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Armenian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Digital Illustrator / Graphic Designer at USAID funded program managed by World learning INC.
December 31, 2023 - August 29, 2025
Used digital illustration tools such as Adobe Suite and vector graphics applications. Collaborated with digital team members and Subject Matter Experts to discuss and create designs and workflows. Prepared rough drafts according to illustration and design requirements. Discussed educational needs to identify requirements for illustrative work. Ensured printed illustrations met quality color standards. Stayed up to date with new design techniques and software.
Digital Illustrator / Graphic Designer at DAR AL AHLIA Publishers
January 1, 2011 - Present
Used various graphic design tools such as Adobe Suite. Worked on the complete production of various scholastic books and educational software. Prepared educational resources intended to help teachers in classroom learning environments. Prepared pre-press materials.
Lead Illustrator / Digital Illustrator / Graphic Designer at CG ANIMATION (OVERSEAS IP) Web Design Company
January 1, 2022 - Present
Lead illustrator coordinating and collaborating with a team of illustrators (2D and 3D), graphic designers and programmers for a U.S. based web design company with clients in the United States and Canada.
Digital Illustrator / Graphic Designer at DAR AL AHLIA Publishers
January 1, 2024 - Present
Used various graphic design tools such as Adobe Suite for the complete production of scholastic books and educational software. Prepared educational resources to help teachers in classroom environments. Prepared pre-press materials.
Digital Illustrator / Graphic Designer at World Learning Inc. (USAID-funded program)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Produced digital illustrations and graphic designs for a USAID-funded program managed by World Learning Inc. Collaborated with fellow digital team members and subject-matter experts to discuss and create designs and workflows. Prepared rough drafts according to illustration and design requirements. Discussed educational needs and identified requirements for illustrative work. Ensured printed illustrations met quality color standards. Stayed up-to-date with new design techniques and software.
Digital Illustrator / Graphic Designer at DAR AL AHLIA Publishers
January 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Using various graphic design tools (Adobe suite) to manage complete production of scholastic books and educational software; creating educational resources for teachers; preparing pre-press materials.
Digital Illustrator / Graphic Designer at DAR AL AHLIA Publishers
January 1, 2011 - November 5, 2025
Previously contributed to scholastic books and educational software; prepared educational resources for classrooms; produced pre-press materials.

Education

Lebanese Bac. at M. & H. Arslanian Djemaran
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1990
Leatherworks Design at St. Basil Tech. School
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994

Qualifications

Private courses: computers and graphic software
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Government