What It’s Like to Work With Me
Hiring me means collaborating with a dedicated and flexible artist who values clear communication, reliable deadlines, and creative problem-solving. I approach every project with professionalism and a passion for visual storytelling—whether it's character design, storyboards, or product-ready illustrations. From independent creators to established studios, I adapt to each client’s needs and bring thoughtful, production-ready art to the table.
Interested in working together?
For inquiries about freelance, contract, or collaboration opportunities, you can reach out to my work email at [email protected] — I’d love to hear from you!
©2025 Calvin Hillgrove, all rights reserved.
About MeHi, I’m Calvin Hillgrove — an illustrator and visual developer with a BFA in Illustration from BYU–Idaho, specializing in character design, storyboarding, and worldbuilding. My work focuses on visual storytelling that inspires, entertains, and leaves a lasting impact.I’ve collaborated with companies like Handmade by Robots, helping design merchandise for major IPs including DreamWorks, Crunchyroll, Illumination, and Universal Pictures. My experience spans concept design, graphic novels, toy design turnarounds, and visual development for narrative-driven projects like Fizz and my own original stories.Whether I’m designing characters, crafting environments, or building props, I strive to create work that is not only visually compelling but emotionally meaningful. I’m always looking to push creative boundaries and bring powerful stories to life through art.
Interested in working together?
For inquiries about freelance, contract, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to my agent at [email protected] — I’d love to hear from you!
©2025 Calvin Hillgrove, all rights reserved.
My character design work focuses on storytelling through silhouette, expression, and personality. I aim to create visually compelling characters that feel grounded in their world, whether for comics, animation, or product design. Each design emphasizes clarity, appeal, and narrative function—developed through both personal projects and collaborations with studios like ImpsAndMonsters LLC and Handmade by Robots.
Interested in working together?
For inquiries about freelance, contract, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to my agent at [email protected] — I’d love to hear from you!
©2025 Calvin Hillgrove, all rights reserved.
My storyboard work draws from my experience in comic paneling, emphasizing clear visual storytelling, pacing, and composition. I’ve collaborated with ImpsAndMonsters LLC on multiple projects, using a cinematic approach to craft sequences that convey emotion, action, and narrative flow. Though primarily built from comic projects, this work reflects a strong foundation in character-driven storytelling and visual development.
Interested in working together?
For inquiries about freelance, contract, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to my agent at [email protected] — I’d love to hear from you!
©2025 Calvin Hillgrove, all rights reserved.
I specialize in designing 2D and 3D props that support worldbuilding and storytelling, with a strong focus on clarity, function, and visual consistency. While working with Handmade by Robots, I created factory-ready turnarounds and color callouts for licensed products, collaborating with official licensors such as DreamWorks and Crunchyroll to ensure brand alignment. My 3D work, including stylized models like a ukulele built in Maya, features clean edge flow, optimized topology, and animation-ready design for use in both close-up and wide shots.
Interested in working together?
For inquiries about freelance, contract, or collaboration opportunities, you can reach out to my work email at [email protected] — I’d love to hear from you!
©2025 Calvin Hillgrove, all rights reserved.