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 - 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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