Marco Alberto Ciccozzi
2D Illustrator and Concept Artist with a passion for creating fantasy characters and settings with their own unique story told through the drawing.
Work Experience
Freelance 2D Concept Artist
Client: Ben Buckman, benbuckman07@gmail.com
October 2024 – November 2024
Created character concept art for a card-based video game, successfully translating design briefs into original visual assets.
Collaborated closely with the client to refine the design, ensuring alignment with the game’s aesthetic and narrative.
Delivered high-quality, original character designs within deadlines, receiving positive feedback for creativity and attention to detail.
Contributed to the visual identity of the game, enhancing its appeal and immersion.
Freelance Illustrator
Client: Joshua Guest, itz.joshguest@gmail.com
September 2024– October 2024
Created a detailed illustration of a vampire character for a fantasy-themed board game, capturing the game's dark aesthetic and thematic elements.
Worked directly with the client to refine the illustration, ensuring it met the vision and style of the game.
Delivered high-quality, original artwork, receiving positive feedback for the design's creativity and integration with the other game creatures.
Revised and enhanced original design based on client feedback after presenting initial concepts and work.
2D Illustrator/Concept Artist Intern |Ferry Godmother Productions
Remote- October2023 - March 2024
Successfully designed and Illustrated backgrounds and scenes for game developers to use in story creation and game development.
Utilized excellent design knowledge to create detailed character concept art for 3D artists to reference in the game engine.
Collaborated with a team of artists to effectively create character and scene designs for game development and promotional materials.
Received the leading role in painting a virtual background scene adhering to the tone of the game and for game developers to use.
Freelance Artist Commissions |@mcicco_designs
Client: Danielle Taylor
Remote-October 2023
Successfully illustrated a family portrait of father and daughter as a special wedding gift.
Worked with the client through extensive communication and effectively produced preferred portrait.
Delivered a high-quality final product within the agreed timeline.
Tools
Proficient in Photoshop and Procreate
Wacom Cintiq Drawing Pad
Skills
Trilingual (Spanish, Italian, and English) Read, Write, Speak
2D Illustrations and Concept designs
Education
Bachelor of Arts with an Emphasis in Multimedia