Hi, I’m Rebecca Ashton, a versatile illustrator with strong experience in digital art, visual design, and game development pipelines. I love bringing characters and worlds to life with bold color, thoughtful lighting, and clear storytelling. I’m adaptable to many art styles, collaborative with designers and developers, and focused on delivering polished, high-quality assets on tight deadlines.

Rebecca Ashton

Hi, I’m Rebecca Ashton, a versatile illustrator with strong experience in digital art, visual design, and game development pipelines. I love bringing characters and worlds to life with bold color, thoughtful lighting, and clear storytelling. I’m adaptable to many art styles, collaborative with designers and developers, and focused on delivering polished, high-quality assets on tight deadlines.

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Hi, I’m Rebecca Ashton, a versatile illustrator with strong experience in digital art, visual design, and game development pipelines. I love bringing characters and worlds to life with bold color, thoughtful lighting, and clear storytelling.

I’m adaptable to many art styles, collaborative with designers and developers, and focused on delivering polished, high-quality assets on tight deadlines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Game Illustrator at Tombola
February 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Created characters, environments, props, and promotional artwork for slot and casino-style games. Delivered high-quality assets with strong use of color, lighting, and composition; collaborated with designers and developers; adapted quickly to feedback.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed
October 1, 2018 - Present
Produced high-quality digital illustrations across diverse styles and industries; managed complete creative process from concept to final delivery; ensured brand consistency and worked under tight deadlines.
Owner at The Oddity of My Curiosity
October 1, 2022 - Present
Creating and presenting high-quality conceptual artworks and handmade pieces; overseeing small business operations, pricing, budgeting, branding, and customer service.
Supervisor at Ice Stones
April 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Oversaw daily restaurant operations, led front-of-house staff, delivered high-quality customer service, ensured cleanliness and hygiene; contributed to stock management and event coordination.
Letting Agent at C&M Properties
June 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Managed property listings, viewings, tenant enquiries; screened prospective tenants; negotiated tenancy terms; maintained accurate records and liaised with landlords and tenants.
Intern at Teesside University
September 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Contributed to a creative team for branding and promotional banners for Expo Tees event; completed the project as part of a master's internship; adapted to remote collaboration and COVID restrictions.

Education

MA (Hons) Comics, Graphic Novels and Sequential Art at Teesside University
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025
BA (Hons) Comics, Graphic Novels and Sequential Art at Teesside University
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025
Extended Diploma in Game and Interactive Media Design at Norwich City College
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025
GCSEs in Mathematics, Business & Communications, English, Science, Art, ICT at High School and Sixth Form
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet