Emily James

Product Development Designer @ Makeship

About

Emily James is an illustrator and designer, located just outside Toronto, Ontario. She considers herself a kid at heart and channels this energy into creating playful content for young audiences. Emily strives to merge her passions for creativity and learning, aiming to incorporate an educational element into her works. Emily received her Honours Bachelor Degree in Illustration while studying at Sheridan College, as well as a Certificate in Creativity and Creative Problem Solving. - Extensive knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite - Strong time management and organization - Excellent communication and collaborative skills Portfolio: https://www.emilyjamesillustration.com/

Country

Canada

City

Ontario

Industry

Design

Skill

Collaborative Problem Solving, Creativity Skills, Adobe Creative Suite, Time Management, Self-management, Organization Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Customer Service, Traditional Art Skills

Experience

Product Development Designer

Makeship

2023-1 - Present · 3 yrs 9 mos

Junior Product Designer

Makeship

2021-8 - 2023-1 · 1 yr 6 mos

Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer

Self-Employed

2016 - Present · 10 yrs

Graphic Design & Illustration Fulfilled a wide variety of requests from clients, whole maintaining an organized work flow to deliver high quality results in a timely manner.

Illustrator

Pandamonium Publishing House

2020-5 - 2020-9 · 5 mos

Ontario, Canada

Collaborated with the author and publisher to illustrate The Twelve Days of Rescue, a children’s book, while meeting weekly deadlines.

Keyholder

Home Hardware Stores Limited

2016-6 - 2020-3 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Newcastle, Ontario, Canada

Cash - Paint - Merchandising - Garden Centre - Receiving Responsible for opening and closing the store, while additionally working as a team in a fast paced environment to offer customers friendly and knowledgeable service in all departments of the store.