Game Designer and Illustrator with experience in digital art and front-end development. I have worked on projects across game design, 3D and 2D art, and web development. I designed and built my personal portfolio website to showcase these works and reflect my creative approach. Recently graduated from Uppsala University in Game Design and Graphics, where I gained strong skills in gameplay design, 3D art, and game engines. I’m seeking opportunities to apply my creative and technical skills in design and game development while continuing to grow professionally.

Kimia Haghighi

Game Designer and Illustrator with experience in digital art and front-end development. I have worked on projects across game design, 3D and 2D art, and web development. I designed and built my personal portfolio website to showcase these works and reflect my creative approach. Recently graduated from Uppsala University in Game Design and Graphics, where I gained strong skills in gameplay design, 3D art, and game engines. I’m seeking opportunities to apply my creative and technical skills in design and game development while continuing to grow professionally.

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Game Designer and Illustrator with experience in digital art and front-end development. I have worked on projects across game design, 3D and 2D art, and web development. I designed and built my personal portfolio website to showcase these works and reflect my creative approach. Recently graduated from Uppsala University in Game Design and Graphics, where I gained strong skills in gameplay design, 3D art, and game engines. I’m seeking opportunities to apply my creative and technical skills in design and game development while continuing to grow professionally.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swedish
Beginner

Work Experience

Designer / Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed
August 31, 2022 - September 28, 2025
Designed characters and book illustrations for clients; delivered commissioned artworks tailored to client briefs. Collaborated with publishers and authors to ensure visuals aligned with storytelling, style guides, and project deadlines.
Designer Freelance Illustrator & Designer (Remote) at Self-employed
August 31, 2022 - September 28, 2025
Designed characters and book illustrations. Delivered commissioned artworks tailored to client needs.
Designer / Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed / Freelance
August 1, 2022 - September 28, 2025
Designed characters and book illustrations. Delivered commissioned artworks tailored to client needs
Sketch Instructor at Self-employed
February 28, 2019 - September 28, 2025
Taught drawing fundamentals to beginners; created engaging exercises to build foundational skills and foster confidence in students.
Sketch Instructor
February 28, 2019 - September 28, 2025
Taught drawing fundamentals to beginners. Designed creative exercises to build skills and confidence.
Sketch Instructor at Self-employed / Freelance
February 1, 2019 - September 28, 2025
Taught drawing fundamentals to beginners. Designed creative exercises to build skills and confidence

Education

Visual and Performing Arts at Azad University, Iran
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor's in Game Design and Graphics at Uppsala University, Sweden
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
HTML/CSS/JS/React Certification at She Codes Organizations
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2025
Bachelor's in Game Design and Graphics at Azad University, Iran
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor's in Game Design and Graphics at Uppsala University, Sweden
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
HTML/CSS/JS/React training at She Codes Organizations
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2025
Bachelor's in Game Design and Graphics at Azad University, Iran
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor's in Game Design and Graphics at Uppsala University, Sweden
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

HTML/CSS/JS/React Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2025
HTML/CSS/JS/React training
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services