Martekah Young

About

I'm a freelance artist, my work consist of digital artwork of illustrations both for children, older teens, and adults. Along with character design and concept art. Plus logo and icon design and comic artist.

Experience

Novelly

May 2020 – Sep 2020

Los Angeles, California, United States

Comic Book Artist

For this project, I have to create a concept art of characters based on the storyline. Develop comic pages for each scene in the script for each chapter. Create sketch and linework and present them in a timely manner. Create and complete comic pages with dialogue and sound effects. Make edits after the team review the work. Communicate on what is needed on the comic page. Email progress on the comic pages including updates on changes.

Studio Graves

Jul 2019 – Sep 2019

United States

Character Design

To create a chibi version of their mascot for their website. Create different poses of the mascot with objects. Edit elements to the character based on the theme of the website.

Upwork

Dec 2018 – Jan 2019

remote

Children's Illustrator

Create 7-8 illustrations and a book cover for a children's book based on the kingdom of Kush with POC(people of color) characters.

Tampa Air Force Ball

Dec 2017 – Jan 2018

Tampa, Florida, United States

Logo Design

My responsibilities were to redesign the old logo for their annual ball. Create 2 versions, one in black and white and one in color. Adjust the design after being review by the team.

Education

University of South Florida

Aug 2016 – May 2018

Bachelor of Studio Art, Studio Art

Hillsborough Community College

Aug 2014 – May 2016

Associate Degree in Art, Fine Art

Freedom High School

Aug 2010 – May 2014

High School Diploma

Skills