Ella Xu
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Skilled in visual storytelling and design, developed within fast-paced creative environment. Demonstrates proficiency in digital illustration tools, including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, alongside strong understanding of design principles. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferable skills to contribute creatively and effectively.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Illustrator
The Brown Daily Herald
Providence, RI
02.2026 - Current
Illustrator
The College Hill Independent
Providence, RI
09.2025 - Current
Apprentice Artist
Burnaby Art Gallery
Burnaby
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Arts Alive apprenticeship
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
Rhode Island School of Design
06-2028
High School Diploma - undefined
École Secondaire Moscrop Secondary School
06-2024
Summer institute - Illustration
Emily Carr University of Art and Design
08-2023
Skills
- Original illustration & concept development
- Editorial illustration
- Strong visual storytelling & composition
- Traditional media: oil, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, observational drawing
- Digital illustration & painting using Procreate, Photoshop
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Figma
- Artwork preparation for print and digital formats
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Mandarin
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Illustrator
The Brown Daily Herald
02.2026 - Current
Illustrator
The College Hill Independent
09.2025 - Current
Apprentice Artist
Burnaby Art Gallery
01.2023 - 04.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
École Secondaire Moscrop Secondary School
Summer institute - Illustration
Emily Carr University of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
Rhode Island School of Design