J. cole

Lead Comic Illustration

Comic Con Africa • Full time

May 2021 - Present • 5 yrs 2 mos

Work Experience Founded and lead a digital art studio focused exclusively on comic book illustration, serving independent creators, self-published authors, and small publishing houses around the world. Delivered 150+ comic illustration projects, ranging from single character designs to full multi-page sequential art Produced cover art, promotional key visuals, and interior comic pages in both black-and-white and full color Managed the complete illustration pipeline script breakdown, thumbnail sketches, panel layout, linework, inking, and coloring ensuring every project stays true to the writer's vision Worked across a wide range of genres including action, fantasy, horror, sci-fi, and slice-of-life storytelling Built a global client base spanning North America, Europe, and Asia Achievements & Highlights Recognized for strong sequential storytelling ability across diverse art styles Contributed illustration work to multiple independent comic issues and ongoing series Consistently rated 4.9/5 by clients for quality, communication, and delivery speed Established long-term collaborations with repeat writers and independent publishers Skilled in both fully digital and traditional-to-digital hybrid illustration workflows Expanded studio capabilities to include 3D character rigging and AI-powered cinematic video, offering clients an end-to-end creative package