I am an Illustrator and Designer; however, I like describing myself simply as a “maker of things”. I love bringing different forms of art & media together to create unique works that speak to me and the project I’m working on. I like creating characters and building worlds. Because of my background as a writer and a performer, I like my projects to have a vibrant identity that feels stands out. I am also very passionate about cartoons and animation, where I specialize in character design and visual development.
I have 2 years of experience in Graphic Design and Illustration with start-ups, media agencies, and entertainment companies. I have worked on diverse projects both freelance and in internships that include animation, motion design, social media, branding, and more.
When I’m not drawing or designing, you will usually find me reading a book, at the gym, traveling, or writing a paragraph about myself.
What I can do
Illustration
Graphic Design
Character Design
Visual Development
Concept Art
Storyboarding
UI/UX
Software Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Canva
DaVinci Resolve
Blender
Clients
TRT World
Shawq
Basmat Al-Etqan
Happy Student
Films
FREE WORDS: A POET IN GAZA (2024) Dir. Abdullah Illhan Harun / TRT World
Mint (2021) Self-directed
Exhibitions
Cairopolitan FOURTH EDITION CAIROPOLITAN PRINTS EXHIBITION
Awards
(Mint) Best Cultural Awareness Film YYK x CINEOZU Short Film Competition
TESTIMONIALS
"Youssof is a great illustrator! This was my first experience
working with him. He contributed to our documentary project with his drawings. We had meetings and he made visuals just as we needed. Would
highly recommend him to anyone needing an illustration work
and look forward to continuing in the future!"
working with him. He contributed to our documentary project with his drawings. We had meetings and he made visuals just as we needed. Would
highly recommend him to anyone needing an illustration work
and look forward to continuing in the future!"
Abdullah Harun
Filmmaker, Director of 'Free Words: A Poet from Gaza'
"Youssof Gehad is beyond creative with his artwork, he went above and beyond with his work on my album cover, WTTM. He adds a different flavour, personality and story behind every pen/brush stroke.
Honestly, his work is set aside from all of the graphic designers I’ve spoken with. I wouldn’t even call it his work, it’s an extension of him."
AM Hasan
Musician, Creator of WTTM
"Youssof is an exceptionally intelligent and academically gifted individual, a rarity in this day and age. Throughout our time working together, I have witnessed his insatiable thirst for knowledge, his passion for what he does, and a remarkable creative touch. I genuinely hope for and confidently anticipate a bright and outstanding future for him."
Abdelrahman Sameh
Graphic Designer, Arqam Agency
"Youssof proved himself to be a very skilled designer, illustrator, and most importantly communicator. He is very good at listening to the ideas of others, evaluating them, and applying them to his vision.
During his internship, he demonstrated high skill in illustration that exceeded that of an intern or junior designer, and has proven himself to be able to produce senior-level work at a very early stage of his career.
He pays intense attention to every stage of the project from sketching to the final design, and I am excited to see where his career goes."
Ammar Kamal
Art Director, ID8 Media
"The best artist and designer."
My Parents