Hi, I'm Mark Bradley, a passionate writer and illustrator based in Chicago. With years of experience contributing to Globalcomics.com and working as a freelance artist on Fiverr, I specialize in creating compelling stories and vivid illustrations that engage and inspire audiences. I thrive on collaboration and enjoy bringing creative visions to life, whether through written content or eye-catching artwork. I have a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic that ensures deadlines are met without compromising quality. Beyond writing and illustration, I also manage social media promotion and client relationships, constantly looking for ways to grow and connect with readers and art enthusiasts alike.

Mark Bradley

Hi, I'm Mark Bradley, a passionate writer and illustrator based in Chicago. With years of experience contributing to Globalcomics.com and working as a freelance artist on Fiverr, I specialize in creating compelling stories and vivid illustrations that engage and inspire audiences. I thrive on collaboration and enjoy bringing creative visions to life, whether through written content or eye-catching artwork. I have a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic that ensures deadlines are met without compromising quality. Beyond writing and illustration, I also manage social media promotion and client relationships, constantly looking for ways to grow and connect with readers and art enthusiasts alike.

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Hi, I’m Mark Bradley, a passionate writer and illustrator based in Chicago. With years of experience contributing to Globalcomics.com and working as a freelance artist on Fiverr, I specialize in creating compelling stories and vivid illustrations that engage and inspire audiences. I thrive on collaboration and enjoy bringing creative visions to life, whether through written content or eye-catching artwork.

I have a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic that ensures deadlines are met without compromising quality. Beyond writing and illustration, I also manage social media promotion and client relationships, constantly looking for ways to grow and connect with readers and art enthusiasts alike.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer at Globalcomics.com
January 1, 2013 - Present
Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content. Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms. Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories. Generated ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and market trends. Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, and adapted writing styles for different platforms including social media, blogs, and print materials. Developed engaging articles that increased readership and social media shares, managed deadlines efficiently, and collaborated with graphic designers to complement written articles with multimedia content.
Illustrator at Globalcomics.com
May 1, 2022 - Present
Provided detailed sketches and revisions promptly based on client feedback. Participated in brainstorming sessions for new projects, applied color theory and lighting techniques to enhance drawings. Streamlined creative processes using digital tools, consistently produced high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, and developed strong brand identities for clients. Collaborated effectively with writers and designers to develop engaging visuals for various media types. Managed multiple illustration projects simultaneously, translated client visions into tangible designs, and contributed to company website redesigns.
Portrait Artist at Fiverr
June 1, 2013 - Present
Streamlined workflow for efficiency while maintaining artistic quality. Painted memorable portraits for diverse clients using various mediums such as oil paints, acrylics, charcoal, and pastels. Advertised services through social media and personal websites, enhanced client satisfaction by aligning final products with client vision. Maintained detailed records and mentored aspiring artists. Increased online presence and customer referrals through professional service and creative solutions.
Illustrator at Fiverr
June 1, 2013 - Present
Designed medical illustrations for journals and publications. Fostered collaborative teamwork and mentored junior illustrators. Developed Type illustrative designs aligning with customer and company standards. Contributed to professional growth within the team and applied illustrative techniques across various media.
Cook at McDonald's
April 30, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Maintained clean and sanitary work environments ensuring food safety compliance. Prepared meals efficiently during peak hours with multitasking competence. Managed inventory, trained new staff, improved teamwork, and maintained high quality and presentation standards. Contributed to new menu item design and overall kitchen efficiency, proactively communicating with other departments for smooth service.
Illustrator at Globalcomics.com
May 1, 2022 - Present
Improved project efficiency by providing detailed sketches and revisions promptly based on client feedback. Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for new projects or campaigns. Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues. Applied color theory and lighting techniques in drawings and illustrations to add excitement, focus, and depth. Streamlined the creative process by utilizing various digital tools and software for illustration purposes. Consistently produced high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, resulting in increased client retention rates. Developed a strong brand identity for clients through the creation of unique and memorable illustrations. Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality illustrations within tight deadlines. Demonstrated versatility in illustrating different subject matters, serving a wide range of industries including publishi
Portrait Artist at Fiverr
June 1, 2013 - Present
Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency and improve overall productivity without sacrificing artistic integrity. Painted beautiful, lasting, and memorable portraits for variety of clients. Increased customer referrals through consistently exceeding expectations in terms of quality, timeliness, and professionalism. Advertised painting services through social media, personal website and local networking groups. Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and preferences, ensuring the final product aligned with their desired outcome. Enhanced client satisfaction by creating high-quality, customized portrait artwork that captured their unique personality and style. Maintained detailed records of client information, project specifications, and completed artwork in order to streamline future communications and build a comprehensive portfolio. Met one-on-one with clients to better understand artistic needs and determine portraiture expectations. Utilized various mediums
Illustrator at Fiverr
June 1, 2013 - Present
Designed medical illustrations for industry journals and publications to enhance clinicians' knowledge and technical expertise. Fostered a collaborative atmosphere by sharing insights, techniques, processes, effectively working as part of interdisciplinary teams. Mentored junior illustrators, fostering professional growth and skill development within the team. Developed Type illustrative designs using customer specifications, company standards and mathematical formulas to produce results that met customer parameters.
Cook at McDonald's
April 30, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process. Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours. Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation. Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines. Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity. Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly. Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business. Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients. Changed and sanitized cutting board
Illustrator at Globalcomics.com – Chicago, IL
May 1, 2022 - Present
Improved project efficiency by providing detailed sketches and revisions promptly based on client feedback. Applied color theory and lighting techniques to add depth and focus in illustrations. Consistently produced high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, increasing client retention rates. Developed strong brand identity for clients through unique illustrations. Collaborated with illustrators, photographers, writers, and designers to enhance content, translating complex concepts into digestible visuals. Managed multiple projects simultaneously to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction. Contributed to company website redesign and participated in client meetings to align illustrations with brand identity.
Portrait Artist at Fiverr – Chicago, IL
June 1, 2013 - Present
Painted memorable portraits for a variety of clients using oil paints, acrylics, charcoal, and pencil sketches. Enhanced client satisfaction by aligning artwork with their vision and preferences. Advertised painting services via social media and personal websites, increasing referrals. Mentored aspiring artists and maintained detailed records of client information and project specifications. Managed multiple projects, maintained deadlines, and increased online presence through effective social media use. Delivered versatile artistic styles ranging from realistic to abstract representations based on client needs.
Illustrator at Fiverr – Chicago, IL
June 1, 2013 - Present
Designed medical illustrations for industry journals to enhance clinicians' knowledge. Fostered teamwork by sharing techniques and mentoring junior illustrators. Developed type illustrative designs meeting customer and company standards. Worked collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams to produce quality results.
Cook at McDonald's – Chicago, IL
April 1, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen areas, prepared meals efficiently under time constraints, and managed multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours. Reduced food waste through proper portion control and storage. Trained new staff and collaborated with team members to meet high-quality food standards. Managed inventory, enforced food safety regulations, and contributed to menu design and kitchen workflow improvements.
Illustrator at Globalcomics.com
May 1, 2022 - Present
Provided detailed sketches and revisions promptly based on client feedback. Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas. Applied color theory and lighting techniques to enhance illustrations. Utilized digital tools and software to streamline illustration processes. Produced high-quality artwork under tight deadlines leading to increased client retention. Developed unique brand identities through memorable illustrations. Translated complex concepts into accessible visuals improving team and client communication. Collaborated with writers and designers to create engaging visuals for print and digital media. Managed multiple illustration projects simultaneously ensuring timely delivery.
Portrait Artist at Fiverr
June 1, 2013 - Present
Streamlined workflow processes increasing efficiency without compromising artistic integrity. Painted customized portraits capturing clients' unique personalities. Marketed services via social media and websites, increasing customer referrals. Collaborated closely with clients to align final artwork with preferences. Mentored aspiring artists offering constructive feedback. Consistently received positive client feedback for attention to detail, professionalism, and quality. Managed multiple projects simultaneously maintaining deadlines. Used a variety of media including oil, acrylics, charcoal, and digital techniques.
Illustrator at Fiverr
June 1, 2013 - Present
Designed medical illustrations for industry journals to enhance clinicians' knowledge. Fostered collaboration within interdisciplinary teams and mentored junior illustrators. Developed illustrative designs adhering to customer specifications and company standards. Produced Type illustrative artwork for various media enhancing communication and understanding.
Cook at McDonald's
April 30, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Maintained cleanliness and safety compliance for food preparation areas. Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints, managing multiple orders with high accuracy. Implemented portion control and inventory rotation reducing food waste. Trained new and junior staff in food preparation, safety, and sanitation. Collaborated with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction. Managed inventory and supplies to support efficient kitchen operations.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts at Stratford Career Institute
January 1, 2009 - May 31, 2009
Bachelor Of Arts at Stratford Career Institute
January 1, 2009 - May 31, 2009
Bachelor Of Arts at Stratford Career Institute
January 1, 2009 - May 1, 2009
Bachelor Of Arts at Stratford Career Institute - St. Aibans, VT
January 1, 2009 - May 31, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Other