I am an Illustrator and Concept Artist with a Master's Degree in Animation from the Fine Arts Academy in Naples and a BFA in Illustration. As a freelance commission artist, I specialize mainly in children's book illustrations, which allow me to create colorful, meaningful, and wonderful stories that positively impact children's growth. I have gained experience working with diverse clients on projects ranging from book layouts, posters, mascots, to animation. During an internship at MAD Entertainment, I served as Assistant Character Artist contributing to character clothes and accessory textures for an animated short. I thrive in both teamwork and independent environments, adhering to style guidelines and project standards, while meeting deadlines efficiently.

Rossella Galdi

I am an Illustrator and Concept Artist with a Master's Degree in Animation from the Fine Arts Academy in Naples and a BFA in Illustration. As a freelance commission artist, I specialize mainly in children's book illustrations, which allow me to create colorful, meaningful, and wonderful stories that positively impact children's growth. I have gained experience working with diverse clients on projects ranging from book layouts, posters, mascots, to animation. During an internship at MAD Entertainment, I served as Assistant Character Artist contributing to character clothes and accessory textures for an animated short. I thrive in both teamwork and independent environments, adhering to style guidelines and project standards, while meeting deadlines efficiently.

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I am an Illustrator and Concept Artist with a Master’s Degree in Animation from the Fine Arts Academy in Naples and a BFA in Illustration. As a freelance commission artist, I specialize mainly in children’s book illustrations, which allow me to create colorful, meaningful, and wonderful stories that positively impact children’s growth. I have gained experience working with diverse clients on projects ranging from book layouts, posters, mascots, to animation.

During an internship at MAD Entertainment, I served as Assistant Character Artist contributing to character clothes and accessory textures for an animated short. I thrive in both teamwork and independent environments, adhering to style guidelines and project standards, while meeting deadlines efficiently.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed
December 1, 2019 - Present
Working remotely since December 2019, I collaborate with various clients creating illustrations, book layouts, posters, logos, mascots, and cover illustrations. Notable projects include illustrations for upcoming children’s books such as 'Mon tout premier cherche et trouve - Les Lutins farceurs' (2025) and 'Leo & gli alberi fantastici' (2024), alongside designs for 'Occhio ai bimbi!' and scientific publication layouts.
Assistant Character Artist at MAD Entertainment s.r.l.
September 30, 2022 - September 3, 2025
Internship during which I assisted in creating concepts and final textures for characters' clothes and accessories in the animated short 'Due Battiti'. Collaborated closely with the Character Supervisor and Art Director to ensure consistent style adherence for the project.

Education

Master Degree in Animation at Fine Arts Academy of Naples
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
B.F.A. in Graphic Art and Illustration at Fine Arts Academy of Naples
March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2021
High School Degree in Scientific subjects at Liceo Scientifico Carlo Urbani - San Giorgio a Cremano
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017

Qualifications

C1 Advanced English
January 1, 2018 - September 3, 2025
C1 English Summer School
January 1, 2016 - September 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Life Sciences