HANDI ZHAO
Open To Relocation
Summary
Award-winning graphic designer and illustrator with 5+ years of professional experience creating illustrations, motion graphics, and visual communication for print and digital publishing. Recognized through national and international design competitions, including the 3x3 International Illustration Awards, two Student Gold ADDY Awards, and First Place in Graduate Illustration at Pensacola Christian College.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Production Artist
ABEKA
08.2020 - Current
- Designed illustrations, layouts, motion graphics, and branded assets for educational publishing products across print and digital platforms.
- Collaborated with editors, producers, photographers, and curriculum specialists to translate educational content into engaging visual experiences.
- Delivered multiple concurrent creative projects while maintaining brand consistency and production quality.
- Created storyboards, visual assets, and publication-ready graphics from concept through final production.
- Produced award-winning illustration work recognized through regional, national, and international competitions.
Education
M.F.A. - Studio Art
Pensacola Christian College
05-2026
M.A. - Graphic Design
Pensacola Christian College
05-2021
B.S. - Graphic Design
Pensacola Christian College
05-2019
Skills
- Illustration
- Graphic Design
- Visual Storytelling
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Editorial Design
- Typography
- Brand Identity
- Motion Graphics
- Storyboarding
Awards
- 3x3 International Illustration Awards - Merit Award (GOTCHA!)
- Student Gold ADDY Award - Illustration (GOTCHA!)
- PCC Commencement Art Contest - First Place, Graduate Illustration (GOTCHA!)
- Pensacola Interstate Fair - Drawing Awards (CAT & Krteček)
- Student Gold ADDY Award - Poster Design (Phanta City)
Languages
- English
- Mandarin Chinese
Timeline
Digital Production Artist
ABEKA
08.2020 - Current
M.F.A. - Studio Art
Pensacola Christian College
M.A. - Graphic Design
Pensacola Christian College
B.S. - Graphic Design
Pensacola Christian College