Hi! I'm Rebecca Gelernter, a passionate science illustrator and graphic designer based in Hamden, Connecticut. With a background in biology and science illustration, I specialize in creating accurate and compelling scientific visuals to communicate complex ideas effectively. I have experience working with researchers, publishers, and medical contributors to produce high-quality illustrations under tight deadlines. I enjoy blending traditional artistic techniques with modern digital tools like Adobe Suite to produce engaging visual content. When I'm not illustrating, I love sharing knowledge and have held roles in education and public outreach. I'm always excited to collaborate on projects that make science accessible and visually captivating.

Rebecca Gelernter

Hi! I'm Rebecca Gelernter, a passionate science illustrator and graphic designer based in Hamden, Connecticut. With a background in biology and science illustration, I specialize in creating accurate and compelling scientific visuals to communicate complex ideas effectively. I have experience working with researchers, publishers, and medical contributors to produce high-quality illustrations under tight deadlines. I enjoy blending traditional artistic techniques with modern digital tools like Adobe Suite to produce engaging visual content. When I'm not illustrating, I love sharing knowledge and have held roles in education and public outreach. I'm always excited to collaborate on projects that make science accessible and visually captivating.

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Hi! I’m Rebecca Gelernter, a passionate science illustrator and graphic designer based in Hamden, Connecticut. With a background in biology and science illustration, I specialize in creating accurate and compelling scientific visuals to communicate complex ideas effectively. I have experience working with researchers, publishers, and medical contributors to produce high-quality illustrations under tight deadlines.

I enjoy blending traditional artistic techniques with modern digital tools like Adobe Suite to produce engaging visual content. When I’m not illustrating, I love sharing knowledge and have held roles in education and public outreach. I’m always excited to collaborate on projects that make science accessible and visually captivating.

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Work Experience

Medical Illustrator at MedStudy
January 1, 2017 - June 20, 2024
Created accurate medical illustrations in the company style and collaborated with medical contributors to refine and improve artwork. Produced high volumes of work with rapid turnaround times, located publishable photos and medical imagery, and led training and supervision of contract illustrators. Overhauled art file naming and reuse system, contributed to the company art files database, and wrote and refined art production processes.
Science Illustrator at Freelance Science Illustration
January 1, 2011 - June 20, 2024
Researched, designed, and created scientific illustrations while working directly with researchers to prepare illustrations for publication. Completed projects for journals and academic books, and handled graphic design tasks including logos and posters.
Science Illustration Intern at Queen Mary University of London
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Collaborated with Dr. David Hone and other researchers to produce illustrations for upcoming publications.

Education

Certificate at California State University Monterey Bay
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
B.A. at Boston University
January 1, 2008 - May 31, 2012

Qualifications

Web Administrator, Guild of Natural Science Illustrators
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Visiting Faculty, Connecticut Natural Science Illustrators
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Educator, The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017

Industry Experience

Education, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services