Hello! I’m Nikolaos Garas, a Greek graphic designer and illustrator with over 25 years of experience in visual design, concept art, and digital illustration. I’ve worked with gaming studios and advertising teams, delivering artwork for print and digital media, branding, and marketing campaigns. My approach blends traditional drawing sensibilities with modern tools to produce vibrant visuals that tell a story. I’m passionate about collaborating on creative projects, exploring new techniques in 2D and 3D, and helping teams turn ideas into compelling visuals. I’m open to freelance and collaborative opportunities and enjoy contributing to dynamic, creative environments.

Nikolaos Garas

Hello! I’m Nikolaos Garas, a Greek graphic designer and illustrator with over 25 years of experience in visual design, concept art, and digital illustration. I’ve worked with gaming studios and advertising teams, delivering artwork for print and digital media, branding, and marketing campaigns. My approach blends traditional drawing sensibilities with modern tools to produce vibrant visuals that tell a story. I’m passionate about collaborating on creative projects, exploring new techniques in 2D and 3D, and helping teams turn ideas into compelling visuals. I’m open to freelance and collaborative opportunities and enjoy contributing to dynamic, creative environments.

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Hello! I’m Nikolaos Garas, a Greek graphic designer and illustrator with over 25 years of experience in visual design, concept art, and digital illustration. I’ve worked with gaming studios and advertising teams, delivering artwork for print and digital media, branding, and marketing campaigns. My approach blends traditional drawing sensibilities with modern tools to produce vibrant visuals that tell a story.

I’m passionate about collaborating on creative projects, exploring new techniques in 2D and 3D, and helping teams turn ideas into compelling visuals. I’m open to freelance and collaborative opportunities and enjoy contributing to dynamic, creative environments.

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Language

English
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelancer at Self-employed
September 10, 2018 - October 22, 2025
Freelance graphic design, illustration and 3D design projects.
Illustration Department at ZEUSPLAY GAMES
July 5, 2016 - October 22, 2025
Illustration work for video games, asset creation and concept art.
Design Department at RESOLUTION
September 14, 2012 - October 22, 2025
Design department – graphics, layouts and visual assets.
Designer at DION GAMES
December 17, 2001 - October 22, 2025
Design department & CNC machinery operations for game production.
Designer at bSA
February 15, 2000 - October 22, 2025
Design department for various projects.
Designer at K-MAX
February 15, 1999 - October 22, 2025
Design & advertising for retail chain.
Airbrush Artist at Game Production Company
December 20, 1996 - October 22, 2025
Airbrush artist on game productions.
Freelancer
October 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Worked on various illustration and graphic design projects, specializing in visual design and digital art.
Illustration Department at ZEUSPLAY GAMES
July 1, 2016 - October 22, 2025
Responsible for illustration and concept art for gaming products.
Design Department at RESOLUTION
September 1, 2012 - October 22, 2025
Engaged in print and digital design projects, including advertising and multimedia.
Design & CNC Department at DION GAMES
December 1, 2001 - October 22, 2025
Created graphic assets and design layouts for gaming machines.
Design Department at bSA
February 1, 2000 - October 22, 2025
Involved in commercial graphic design and promotional materials.
Design & Advertising Department at K-MAX Stores Chain
February 1, 1999 - October 22, 2025
Worked on store branding, advertising, and promotional design.
Airbrush Artist at Toy Manufacturing Company
December 1, 1996 - October 22, 2025
Produced hand-painted and airbrushed artwork for toys and promotional materials.
Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Self-Employed / Freelancer
October 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Worked on various illustration and graphic design projects, specializing in visual design and digital art.
Illustrator / Concept Artist at ZEUSPLAY GAMES
July 1, 2016 - October 22, 2025
Responsible for illustration and concept art for gaming products.
Designer at RESOLUTION
September 1, 2012 - October 22, 2025
Engaged in print and digital design projects, including advertising and multimedia.
Graphic Designer - CNC Department at DION GAMES
December 1, 2001 - October 22, 2025
Created graphic assets and design layouts for gaming machines.
Designer at bSA
February 1, 2000 - October 22, 2025
Involved in commercial graphic design and promotional materials.
Design & Advertising Department at K-MAX Stores Chain
February 1, 1999 - October 22, 2025
Worked on store branding, advertising, and promotional design.
Airbrush Artist at Toy Manufacturing Company
December 1, 1996 - October 22, 2025
Produced hand-painted and airbrushed artwork for toys and promotional materials.

Education

Πτυχιούχος Γραφιστικής Ηλεκτρονικής Σχεδίασης Εντύπου at Ι.Ε.Κ. ΠΥΘΑΓΟΡΑΣ
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995
Απόφοιτος 1ου ΓΕΛ at 1ο ΓΕΛ Σταυρούπολης
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1992
Γραφίστας Εφαρμοσμένων Τεχνών at Ευκλείδης
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1991
Πτυχιούχος Φωτογραφίας at Ευκλείδης
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1991
3D Design, Illustration at Σεμινάρια
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Φωτογραφία και Διαφήμιση at Σεμινάρια
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Ζωγραφική & Αερογραφία at Σεμινάρια
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994
Diploma in Graphic Design and Electronic Print Design at I.E.K. Pythagoras
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995
Graduate at 1st General Lyceum of Stavroupoli, Thessaloniki
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1992
Diploma in Applied Arts (Graphic Design) and Photography at Euclid College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1991
3D Design & Illustration at Seminars & Training
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Photography and Advertising Training at Seminars & Training
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Painting & Airbrushing at Seminars & Training
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994
Diploma in Graphic Design and Electronic Print Design at I.E.K. Pythagoras
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995
General Lyceum Graduation at 1st General Lyceum of Stavroupoli, Thessaloniki
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1992
Diploma in Applied Arts (Graphic Design) and Photography at Euclid College
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1991

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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