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Hello! I’m Neil Phyfer, a passionate designer, illustrator, and pixel artist with over 20 years of experience in agency and freelance work. I’ve worked extensively in mobile gaming, apps, UI/UX design, and illustration, consistently delivering quality work that meets client expectations. I thrive on creativity and enjoy bringing ideas to life through engaging visuals and user-friendly interfaces.
Over the years, I’ve honed my skills in graphic and character design, game art, and UI/UX, collaborating with a variety of clients including SeaMonster and Formula_D. I’m always eager to take on new projects and challenge myself to grow as an artist and designer.
Experience Level
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Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Graphic Designer at ATV and Lift
December 31, 2013 - July 9, 2025Responsible for desktop publishing (DTP), graphic design, and illustration work.
Designer/Illustrator at Sea Monster
December 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025Handled character design, marketing mockups, UI, background illustration, game design, icon design, pixel art, and graphic design.
Design Lecturer at City Varycity
December 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025Lecturer and freelance designer teaching 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-year students in graphic design, illustration, digital painting, character design, and UI.
UI/UX Designer/Illustrator at Formula D
December 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Focused on game design, app design, UI/UX, game design, and icon designs.
Online Educator at Shaw Academy
December 31, 2021 - July 9, 2025Graphic design educator contributing to online learning.
Senior Designer/Illustrator at VR-Z Champions
January 1, 2021 - PresentCharacter design, marketing mockups, UI, background illustration, game design, icon design, pixel art, and graphic design.
Graphic Designer at ATV and Lift
December 31, 2013 - July 9, 2025Responsible for desktop publishing (DTP), graphic design, and illustration work.
Designer / Illustrator at Sea Monster
December 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Character design, marketing mockups, UI, background illustration, game design, icon design, pixel art, and graphic design.
Design Lecturer at City Varty
December 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025Lectured 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year students in Graphic Design, Illustration, Digital Painting, Character Design and UI.
Freelance Designer at Self-employed
December 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025Provided fine art, design, and illustration services for clients such as Nike, Adidas, Reebok, Ogilvy, Shelflife, TFG, Saatchi & Saatchi.
UI/UX Designer / Illustrator at Formula D
December 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Game design, app design, UI/UX, game design, and icon designs.
Online Educator at Shaw Academy
December 31, 2021 - July 9, 2025Graphic Design Educator specializing in online learning.
Senior Designer / Illustrator at VR-Z Champions
January 1, 2021 - PresentCharacter design, marketing mockups, UI, background illustration, game design, icon design, pixel art, graphic design.
Education
High School Diploma at Plumstead High School
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999Diploma at Mactrain College
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002High School Diploma at Plumstead High School
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999Diploma at Mactrain College
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002Qualifications
Industry Experience
Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
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