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. Through various projects, I‘ve been developing my skills in both web development and visual design: I am always eager to learn and take on new challenges and try different roles!
Visual Design
Graphic Design
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) for creating visuals, icons, and layouts, emphasizing typography and color theory.
Game Art
Experienced in Unity, Blender, and Photoshop for 3D modeling, texturing, and implementing stylized 3D assets and 2D elements.
Concepts and UI Design
Capable of designing intuitive interfaces, including menus and HUDs, to enhance user experience in games. Skilled in using Figma for layouts and prototyping.
Web Development
Frontend
Familiar with React and Next.js with TypeScript for responsive web development. Skilled in CSS/Sass for styling and creating reusable components.
Backend
Learning to manage databases using PostgreSQL and Prisma ORM for efficient data handling.
Tools
Using Git for version control, Docker for containerization, and Vitest/Cypress for frontend and end-to-end testing workflows.
Other Skills
Project Management
Familiar with Agile (Scrum) methodologies from a team member perspective, contributing to sprint planning and effective collaboration within teams.
Team Collaboration
Good communicator, actively participating in team discussions and fostering a collaborative environment where team members help and learn from each other.
3D Printing
Hobbyist with skills in Blender and Cura, designing and prototyping physical objects for personal projects printed with Ender Creality.
Experience
2020 - 2022
3D Game Artist
Namida Diamond Factory
As a game artist, I focused on creating and designing 3D characters and objects. I also utilized Unity‘s Particle System to create VFX and did a lot of 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.