Hi, I'm Michael C. Paul, a seasoned freelance graphic artist and illustrator with a passion for creating engaging cartoons, illustrations, and design projects. With experience that goes back to the late 1990s, I've had the pleasure of working on a wide range of projects, from advertising logos and posters to editorial cartoons and short stories. My work has been published in various magazines and online platforms, and I enjoy blending traditional and digital media to bring creative ideas to life. I also have a strong academic background with a Ph.D. in Russian History and multiple Master's degrees, which has enriched my storytelling and editorial perspectives. When I'm not designing or writing, I enjoy exploring new web design tools and continuing to expand my skill set. Feel free to check out my work on my personal website!

Michael C. Paul

Hi, I'm Michael C. Paul, a seasoned freelance graphic artist and illustrator with a passion for creating engaging cartoons, illustrations, and design projects. With experience that goes back to the late 1990s, I've had the pleasure of working on a wide range of projects, from advertising logos and posters to editorial cartoons and short stories. My work has been published in various magazines and online platforms, and I enjoy blending traditional and digital media to bring creative ideas to life. I also have a strong academic background with a Ph.D. in Russian History and multiple Master's degrees, which has enriched my storytelling and editorial perspectives. When I'm not designing or writing, I enjoy exploring new web design tools and continuing to expand my skill set. Feel free to check out my work on my personal website!

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Hi, I’m Michael C. Paul, a seasoned freelance graphic artist and illustrator with a passion for creating engaging cartoons, illustrations, and design projects. With experience that goes back to the late 1990s, I’ve had the pleasure of working on a wide range of projects, from advertising logos and posters to editorial cartoons and short stories. My work has been published in various magazines and online platforms, and I enjoy blending traditional and digital media to bring creative ideas to life.

I also have a strong academic background with a Ph.D. in Russian History and multiple Master’s degrees, which has enriched my storytelling and editorial perspectives. When I’m not designing or writing, I enjoy exploring new web design tools and continuing to expand my skill set. Feel free to check out my work on my personal website!

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance graphic artist
January 1, 1998 - Present
Provided freelance graphic design services including illustrations, editorial cartoons, logo design, and promotional materials since 1998. Worked with diverse clients on various design projects, producing high-quality visual content for advertising, print, and web media.
Art Director at Best, Ltd. Advertising Agency, St. Petersburg, Russia
December 31, 1997 - July 23, 2025
Responsible for designing logos for business gifts, newspaper advertisements, and posters for pub-crawl events. Collaborated closely with corporate clients to deliver tailored advertising and promotional materials.
Staff Editorial Cartoonist, Staff Columnist, Editorial Board Member at The University Daily Kansan, student newspaper, Lawrence, Kansas
December 31, 1995 - July 23, 2025
Created editorial cartoons and columns while serving on the editorial board during university studies, contributing regularly to the student newspaper.
Freelance Editorial Cartoonist at The Manhattan Mercury, newspaper, Manhattan, Kansas
December 31, 1993 - July 23, 2025
Produced freelance editorial cartoons for a regional newspaper, contributing editorial and visual commentary between 1991 and 1993.
Freelance graphic artist
January 1, 1998 - Present
Providing freelance graphic design services including cartooning, illustration, logo creation, poster and advertising design, as well as webpage design. This role involves collaboration with clients on various design projects to meet their visual communication needs.
Art Director at Best, Ltd. Advertising Agency, St. Petersburg, Russia
December 31, 1997 - July 23, 2025
Designed logos for business gifts and created newspaper advertisements. Worked closely with corporate clients to develop visual campaigns. Designed posters for pub-crawl events in St. Petersburg, among other creative tasks.
Staff Editorial Cartoonist, Staff Columnist, Editorial Board Member at The University Daily Kansan
December 31, 1995 - July 23, 2025
Produced editorial cartoons, wrote columns, and participated as a member of the editorial board for the student newspaper of the University of Kansas.
Freelance Editorial Cartoonist at The Manhattan Mercury
December 31, 1993 - July 23, 2025
Created editorial cartoons for the local newspaper in Manhattan, Kansas on a freelance basis.

Education

Ph.D. at University of Miami
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2003
M.A. at University of Kansas
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1996
M.A. at University of Kansas
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1996
B.A. at University of Kansas
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1993
Ph.D. at University of Miami
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
M.A. at University of Kansas
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
M.A. at University of Kansas
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
B.A. at University of Kansas
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993

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Industry Experience

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