I am a comic illustrator and writer with experience in character design, concept art, and story boarding. I absolutely adore helping others bring their stories to life, and appreciate the creative process! Currently I am working on both digital web comics and classic western style comics. Additional projects include oil paint, acrylic, and graphite mediums.…

Alexa Ariizumi

I am a comic illustrator and writer with experience in character design, concept art, and story boarding. I absolutely adore helping others bring their stories to life, and appreciate the creative process! Currently I am working on both digital web comics and classic western style comics. Additional projects include oil paint, acrylic, and graphite mediums.…

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I am a comic illustrator and writer with experience in character design, concept art, and story boarding.

I absolutely adore helping others bring their stories to life, and appreciate the creative process!

Currently I am working on both digital web comics and classic western style comics.
Additional projects include oil paint, acrylic, and graphite mediums.

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Work Experience

Experience STAR Education Teacher at Experience STAR Education
August 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Supervised and enriched young students in groups ranging from 10 to 45 people. Developed and adapted lesson plans, taught classes, and implemented program standards aligned to weekly schedules. Maintained an upbeat, positive, and solution-oriented attitude in high-stress situations while supporting a safe, engaging learning environment and reinforcing expectations.
Front of House (Register and Boxer) at Michi Michi Bakery
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Worked the register and supported boxing/packing in a fast-paced, consistently busy bakery environment. Delivered strong front-of-house customer service and promoted new items daily to drive engagement and sales.
Visitor Relations Associate at San Diego Museum of Art
December 1, 2023 - May 31, 2025
Handled customer inquiries relating to art pieces inside the museum and the surrounding Balboa Park/general San Diego area. Processed and entered annual membership records including patron information. Worked with high-volume visitors and school groups in an orderly and efficient manner, with phone-line and receptionist training.
Sales Associate at San Diego Museum of Art (Gift Shop)
May 31, 2023 - August 30, 2023
Supported sales in the museum gift shop, providing excellent customer service. Assisted with display arrangement and connecting products to artwork/pieces in the museum to enhance the visitor experience.

Education

BA in Fine Arts (Emphasis in Studio Arts) at San Diego State University
August 11, 2019 - May 23, 2023

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Non-Profit Organization
    Pacific Review: Anthology

    Anthology of student and alumni comics, illustrations, and poetry.

    Web comic: Garrison

    Following the story of two uncoordinated pirate captains, this skeleton crew forages their way through the cosmos in order to clear their names and steal some treasure.