About Me
I‘m a visual designer and web developer from Tampere. With a background in graphic design and game development, I bring a unique blend of technical skill and creative vision to every project. I am always eager to learn and take on new challenges and try different roles!
Visual Design
Graphic Design
Skilled in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for creating visuals, icons, and layouts.
Game Art
Experienced in Blender and Unity, creating stylized 3D and 2D game assets.
Concepts and UI Design
Designing clear and user-friendly interfaces using Figma for layout and prototyping.
Animation
Developing animation skills in Blender and Synfig Studio in 3D and 2D.
Web Development
Frontend
Building responsive websites with React, Next.js, and TypeScript, using CSS and Sass for styling reusable components.
Backend
Learning to work with PostgreSQL and Prisma ORM for database management and data handling.
Tools
Using Git for version control, Docker for container setups, and Vitest/Cypress for frontend and end-to-end testing.
Other Skills
Agile Experience
Familiar with Agile (Scrum) workflows, contributing to planning and smooth teamwork.
Team Collaboration
Active team player who communicates well and helps create a supportive, productive work environment.
3D Printing
Designing and printing personal projects with Blender and Cura on an Ender Creality printer.
Experience
2024 - 2025
3D Game Artist
Outloud Oy
I was responsible for designing, modeling, and animating the 3D game world and characters. I also collaborated with the development team on the game design.
2020 - 2022
3D Game Artist
Namida Diamond Factory
I focused on creating and designing 3D characters and objects. I also utilized Unity‘s Particle System to create VFX and did manual game testing.
2017 - 2018
Co-founder, 2D Game Artist
Pelite Productions
As a co-founder and game artist, I created artwork for two mobile games, including 2D graphics, UI designs, and concept art. I also designed visuals for websites, social media, and marketing materials.
2014
Graphic Designer Intern
The Evangelical Lutheran Parish of Oulu
During my internship, I did brochures, logos, photography, and illustrations for a booklet in a communication consultancy.
2013
Graphic Designer Intern
Oulu University of Applied Sciences
As an intern, I focused on creating business cards, brochures, posters, and signs following graphical instructions. I helped tother designers with print orders and research.
Education
2023 - 2024
Trainee Academy
Buutti Education
Studied JavaScript, TypeScript, Sass/CSS, React, Next.js, Express.js, PostgreSQL, and gained skills in software development, including Figma, Scrum and Git.
2014 - 2018
Bachelor of Business Administration
Tampere University of Applied Sciences
Completed coursework in Digital Graphics, Game Design, Mobile Game Development, and acquired skills in 3D Modeling, Unity, Java, and project management.
2010 - 2014
Bachelor of Media and Arts
Oulu University of Applied Sciences
Studied Graphic Design, Photography, Video Editing, and gained proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
2013
Erasmus Programme
Coventry University
Participated one semester in the Erasmus Programme, completing coursework in Animation and Photography and Creative Digital Practice.