Hi, I’m Jennifer Manthei, a character designer and illustrator based in Houston, TX. I create 2D illustrations with strong silhouettes for characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes, delivering expressive designs for books, games, and media. I have formal training at Lone Star College with a Certificate in 3D Animation and an Associate of Applied Science in Visual Communication, and I’m CPR certified since 2019. I’m a flexible problem-solver who loves collaborating with teams and helping others.…

Jennifer Manthei

Hi, I’m Jennifer Manthei, a character designer and illustrator based in Houston, TX. I create 2D illustrations with strong silhouettes for characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes, delivering expressive designs for books, games, and media. I have formal training at Lone Star College with a Certificate in 3D Animation and an Associate of Applied Science in Visual Communication, and I’m CPR certified since 2019. I’m a flexible problem-solver who loves collaborating with teams and helping others.…

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Hi, I’m Jennifer Manthei, a character designer and illustrator based in Houston, TX. I create 2D illustrations with strong silhouettes for characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes, delivering expressive designs for books, games, and media.

I have formal training at Lone Star College with a Certificate in 3D Animation and an Associate of Applied Science in Visual Communication, and I’m CPR certified since 2019. I’m a flexible problem-solver who loves collaborating with teams and helping others.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelancer
March 1, 2018 - Present
Creates 2D illustrations of varying degrees of complexity, including a multitude of designs with strong silhouettes and features for a multitude of characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes.
Freelancer
March 1, 2018 - Present
Freelancer creating 2D illustrations of varying degrees of complexity, with strong silhouettes and features for a multitude of characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes.
Freelancer at Self-Employed
March 1, 2018 - Present
Creates 2D illustrations of varying degrees of complexity, including a multitude of designs with strong silhouettes and features for a multitude of characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes.
Freelancer at Self-employed
March 1, 2018 - Present
Creates 2D illustrations of varying degrees of complexity, including a multitude of designs with strong silhouettes and features for a multitude of characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes.
Freelancer at Self-employed
March 1, 2018 - June 5, 2024
Creates 2D illustrations of varying degrees of complexity, including a multitude of designs with strong silhouettes and features for a multitude of characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes.
Freelancer
March 1, 2018 - June 11, 2024
Creates 2D illustrations of varying degrees of complexity, including a multitude of designs with strong silhouettes and features for a multitude of characters and creatures of all ages, shapes, and sizes.
Designer
December 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Designed the concepts for a book cover and then sent them to be finalized. Of which they were approved then sent back to me for finalization.
Designer
December 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Designed the concepts for a book cover and prepared them for finalization; concepts were approved and then returned for finalization.
Designer
December 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Designed the concepts for a book cover and then sent them to be finalized. The concepts were approved and then finalized.
Designer
December 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Designed the concepts for a book cover and then sent them to be finalized. Of which they where approved then sent back to me for finalization
Designer at Unknown
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Designed the concepts for a book cover and then sent them to be finalized. Of which they where approved then sent back to me for finalization.
Designer
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Designed the concepts for a book cover and then sent them to be finalized. After approval, the finalized versions were delivered.

Education

Associate's degree at Lone Star College, Houston Texas
January 1, 2022 - May 31, 2025
Associate's degree at Lone Star College, Houston Texas
January 1, 2022 - May 31, 2025
Certificate - 3D Animation at Lone Star College, Houston TX
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication at Lone Star College, Houston TX
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Certificate - 3D Animation at Lone Star College, Houston, Texas
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication at Lone Star College, Houston, Texas
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Certificate - 3D Animation at Lone Star College, Houston, Texas
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication at Lone Star College, Houston, Texas
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Certificate - 3D Animation at Lone Star College, Houston, Texas
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication at Lone Star College, Houston, Texas
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025

Qualifications

CPR Certification
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
CPR Certification
January 1, 2019 - July 2, 2025
CPR Certification
January 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025
CPR Certification
January 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025
CPR Certification
January 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025
CPR Certification
January 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025

Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level