Valeriia Ibatullina

As a graphic designer with 7 years of experience, and as an Illustrator with 4 years of experience in book publishing and in media I’ve had the pleasure of working on numerous projects, honing my skills and perfecting my craft. In my position as an article illustrator, I have continued to push my boundaries and create stunning visual representations of complex topics and ideas.

One of my greatest achievements as an illustrator has been my ability to capture the essence of a story or article and translate it into a beautiful and captivating image. My experience in book publishing has given me a deep understanding of the power of illustration in storytelling, and I have used this knowledge to create illustrations that not only complement the text but also add an extra layer of meaning and depth.

My passion for storytelling, artistic ability, adaptability, and work ethic make me an excellent fit for any project, and I am excited to continue to grow and develop as an artist in this exciting field 😊

From 2012 to 2019, I worked at the Operational printing center "Pechatnik" as a Graphic Designer. My responsibilities included developing and producing mockups for printing on souvenir products and Printed Marketing Materials. I also performed prepress preparation and printing of graphic materials, while ensuring quality control of the work performed. 

In 2019-2020, I joined the Tatar Children Publishing House in Kazan, Tatarstan as an Illustrator and was quickly promoted to the Lead Illustrator. In this role, I organized the work of the illustrators team and provided regular reviews and feedback. I maintained close working relationships with producers, directors, and other teams to enhance the project's quality. I also developed and detailed illustrations, improving the concept of illustration design using a wide range of colors and graphic styles.

From 2020 to 2023, I worked as an Article Illustrator for ADME (CY) LTD, a remote position based in Limassol, Cyprus. My tasks included creating illustrations based on authors' requests, utilizing various drawing techniques, color and composition sense, and creative solutions. I was actively involved in searching for styles and approaches aligned with the work's concept. I also engaged in communication with authors throughout the process.

I attended Kazan State University in Kazan, Tatarstan from 2005 to 2010, where they obtained a diploma in English language and literature, translation studies, and translation practice. Later I pursued additional certifications in the field of Graphic Design and Illustration, including a Certificate in Graphic & Illustration Suite from Arena Multimedia in 2012 and a Certificate in Digital Painting | Concept art from Real Time School in 2013.