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Jennifer Manthei

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Hi, I’m Jennifer Manthei, a character designer and illustrator based in Houston, TX.

About

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.

  • 9 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

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

Work experience· 12 roles

FreelancerMar 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 9 mos

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.

FreelancerMar 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 9 mos

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 · Self-EmployedMar 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 9 mos

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 · Self-employedMar 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 9 mos
Freelancer · Self-employedMar 2018 – Jun 2024 · 6 yrs 4 mos
FreelancerMar 2018 – Jun 2024 · 6 yrs 4 mos
DesignerDec 2017 – Sep 2025 · 7 yrs 10 mos
DesignerDec 2017 – Sep 2025 · 7 yrs 10 mos

Education· 10

Associate's degree · Lone Star College, Houston Texas2022 – 2025
Associate's degree · Lone Star College, Houston Texas2022 – 2025
Certificate - 3D Animation · Lone Star College, Houston TX2030 – 2025
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication · Lone Star College, Houston TX2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards· 6

CPR Certification2019
CPR Certification2019 – 2025
CPR Certification2019 – 2025
CPR Certification2019 – 2025

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