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Hi, I'm Abdelhamid Chafai, a passionate concept artist and illustrator based in Casablanca, Morocco. I have experience designing original characters, props, and environments for games and creative projects, always aiming to tell compelling visual stories. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams to bring ideas from concept to final design while maintaining a fast-learning mindset. With a background in both graphic and fashion design as well as biology/geology education, I bring a unique perspective to my art. I'm proficient in a wide range of digital tools/software and take pride in creating cohesive visual styles that elevate narrative and gameplay experiences.…Hi, I'm Abdelhamid Chafai, a passionate concept artist and illustrator based in Casablanca, Morocco. I have experience designing original characters, props, and environments for games and creative projects, always aiming to tell compelling visual stories. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams to bring ideas from concept to final design while maintaining a fast-learning mindset. With a background in both graphic and fashion design as well as biology/geology education, I bring a unique perspective to my art. I'm proficient in a wide range of digital tools/software and take pride in creating cohesive visual styles that elevate narrative and gameplay experiences.

Abdelhamid Chafai

Concept Artist, Illustrator, Character Designer, +5

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Hi, I'm Abdelhamid Chafai, a passionate concept artist and illustrator based in Casablanca, Morocco. I have experience designing original characters, props, and environments for games and creative projects, always aiming to tell compelling visual stories. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams to bring ideas from concept to final design while maintaining a fast-learning mindset. With a background in both graphic and fashion design as well as biology/geology education, I bring a unique perspective to my art. I'm proficient in a wide range of digital tools/software and take pride in creating cohesive visual styles that elevate narrative and gameplay experiences.…Hi, I'm Abdelhamid Chafai, a passionate concept artist and illustrator based in Casablanca, Morocco. I have experience designing original characters, props, and environments for games and creative projects, always aiming to tell compelling visual stories. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams to bring ideas from concept to final design while maintaining a fast-learning mindset. With a background in both graphic and fashion design as well as biology/geology education, I bring a unique perspective to my art. I'm proficient in a wide range of digital tools/software and take pride in creating cohesive visual styles that elevate narrative and gameplay experiences.

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Hi, I’m Abdelhamid Chafai, a passionate concept artist and illustrator based in Casablanca, Morocco. I have experience designing original characters, props, and environments for games and creative projects, always aiming to tell compelling visual stories. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams to bring ideas from concept to final design while maintaining a fast-learning mindset.

With a background in both graphic and fashion design as well as biology/geology education, I bring a unique perspective to my art. I’m proficient in a wide range of digital tools/software and take pride in creating cohesive visual styles that elevate narrative and gameplay experiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Arabic

Fluent

English

Advanced

French

Advanced

Work Experience

Character Concept Artist at Nuchallenger Inc

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Reference gathering and contributing to the visual development of the intellectual property. Collaboratively designed characters aligned with art direction. Assisted with 3D blocking of environments. Created style guidance sheets.

Associate Fashion Designer at Chahdy Design

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Assisted in creating technical sketches and callout sheets for production, ensuring accuracy and clarity for manufacturers. Created and refined concept designs for traditional pieces. Conducted market research to identify trends and consumer preferences, translating findings into innovative designs. Maintained detailed records of design processes from initial concepts to final products, ensuring efficient project management.

Freelance, 2D Artist/Character Concept Artist at Freelance

January 1, 2024 - Present

Designed original characters, props, and promotional illustrations for an unannounced project under NDA.

Character Concept Artist at Nuchallenger Inc

December 31, 2023 - July 24, 2025

Conducted reference gathering and contributed to visual development of the IP. Collaboratively designed characters in alignment with art direction, maintaining visual consistency while integrating team creative input. Assisted with 3D blocking of environments, providing insights during early development stages to ensure spatial design complemented character and gameplay elements. Created comprehensive style guidance sheets establishing aesthetic standards for characters, environments, and assets to maintain visual coherence across the project. Produced blue sky paintings in collaboration with the team for location concepts.

Concept Artist at Indie Gamejam

September 30, 2021 - July 24, 2025

Co-developed the visual identity for a prototype fantasy game (FPS/Melee) and narrative direction during the game jam. Designed original characters supporting both gameplay and story. Contributed to worldbuilding through concept art, moodboards, and visual storytelling. Collaborated with the team to refine designs in line with narrative and art direction goals. Created concepts for VFX around casting spells etc.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Freelance

August 31, 2020 - July 24, 2025

Created visually compelling graphic designs and branding materials for clients including KODAK lenses, NIKON, and DOLIDOL. Collaborated with marketing teams to develop cohesive visual campaigns that strengthened brand identity and boosted audience engagement. Produced high-quality digital and print assets such as brochures, social media graphics, and promotional materials aligned with client specifications.

Associate Fashion Designer at CHAHDY Design

April 30, 2018 - July 24, 2025

Assisted with creating technical sketches and callout sheets for production, ensuring accuracy and clarity for manufacturers. Created and refined concept designs for traditional pieces. Conducted market research to identify trends and consumer preferences, translating findings into innovative designs. Maintained detailed records of design processes, from initial concepts to final products, ensuring efficient project management.