Dan Alexandru
Freelance Artist · Various
West Hollywood, CA
In My Own Words
Hi Everyone! I have been a professional illustrator and storyboard artist for the past 15+ years. As a visual artist I thrive on conveying a clients thoughts into images, and strive to provide the best possible working experience. I'm always looking for opportunities to collaborate with professional creatives. My portfolio can be seen here: https://danjalexandru.com/ Let's work together!
Work Experience
Freelance Artist
Various2003 – Present
Through close collaboration with directors and producers my work is sketched and refined to envision cinematic scenes. My storyboard capabilities range from realistic commercial boards to loose shooting boards. Past projects include creating visuals and storyboards for commercials, short films and music videos. My tasks consist of translating scripts and treatments to illustrate a director’s vision, and performing other duties as required. Freelance Storyboard Artist - Los Angeles CA 2017 - Present Client List: -2022 Clients include: Verizon, 88Rising, Famous After Death, Nutella, Brand Programming Studios -2021 Clients include: Amazon, Ford, Yamaha, T-Mobile, WeAreRoyale, Samsung, Lagavulin, Kilz Paint, Disney, NCAA, Norton Lifelock, Rothys, Shipt, Yoplait, Verizon, Farmers Insurance -2020 Clients include: Trailer Park, CNN, Dole, Freenjoy, Chevrolet, Honda, Hyundai, Smirnoff, Yamaha, Greenwood Bank -2019 Clients include: Audi, Detective Pikachu, Cartoon Network, Propaganda Films, Flexport, OLAY, Panera Bread, Ring Security System, St. Archer GOLD -2018 Clients include: Qdoba, StudioTEN, Vizio, University of Phoenix, Stink Films, Axe Body Spray -2017 Clients include: LG, Glamglow, AFI Directing Workshop for Women, Short Film “Unspeakable”, Colgate University, California Lottery Independent Projects - Storyboard Artist - Los Angeles CA / New York NY - 2005 - 2017 Client List: -Short Film - “Bloom” Rap battle sequence. -SyFy Channel - Pilot Episode opening scene. -Twisted Oak Productions: “Rhonda” / “Hans - I’m Ur Provider” Music Videos -Quiet Library Comedy Troop. Illustrated scenes for comedic animatic -Independent Comedy Music Video “Paper Boy” - Storyboarded video sequence -JACC Arrow - Medical education spot. -VH1 Television Network - “Damon Dash: Ultimate Hustler” TV show title sequence -The Noggin Television Network - “Fat Joe Sweepstakes” Commercial -B612 Productions - Six iLife and Guinness Spots -Commercial / Advertising Clients: Teddy Grahams, Toyota, Jaguar Motor Company, VetStreet Health - Tracks Web Spot Freelance Illustrator 2003 - Present Profile: Sixteen years of freelance illustration experience. Working with clients to convey a clear and meaningful message through visual communication. Illustrations range from highly detailed renderings to loosely gestured drawings. Specialties include cartoon and comic book styles, as well as digital collage, multimedia, and graphic design. My work can be seen in editorial articles, promotional posters, advertising, logos and videos. Client List: -JAKKS Pacific - Board Game - Box art colorist -DeadSeanKennedy (Musician) - EP Album Cover -Realtor.com - Halloween promotional video Illustrations -Dead Planet Company - Co-Owner and Designer of Horror and Sci-Fi themed enamel pins -Funny or Die - Illustrated gag cereal box cover -Twisted Oak Productions - Created logo for Independent Production Company -Narcotics Anonymous Poster Designed a promotional poster for an upcoming NA meeting -ShutterBug LA - Start up Photography Company Logo -Trussardi “Sky Watcher” Video - Illustrated background elements -Dive Bar Stick Up - Illustrated and Designed Band Logo -Penny Pound Ice - Designed Company Logo -Stompinground Theatre Company - Playbill Cover Illustration -SLUGGO Band - Poster and Sticker Designs -Mavi Jeans - Storefront Display Illustrations -SPIN Magazine - Two spot illustrations for monthly articles Education: School of Visual Arts, New York, NY. BFA Degree, Illustration 1998-2002 Skills / Abilities Proficient in MAC operating system - Proficient in Adobe Photoshop - Capable in Adobe Illustrator - Capable in Adobe InDesign - Professional Storyboarding Capabilities - Expert Drawing Capabilities in Both Traditional and Digital Formats - Wacom Cintiq and Intuos PRO Tablet Capable
