I am a creative designer and illustrator with experience in branding, social media content, event design, and digital illustration. I enjoy bringing ideas to life through clean visuals and thoughtful layout. Alongside my design work, I’ve developed strong communication, organization, and client-facing skills through freelance projects and teaching. I’m seeking creative roles where I can contribute visual design, problem-solving, and reliable workflow management.

Abbey Gail Mitchell

I am a creative designer and illustrator with experience in branding, social media content, event design, and digital illustration. I enjoy bringing ideas to life through clean visuals and thoughtful layout. Alongside my design work, I’ve developed strong communication, organization, and client-facing skills through freelance projects and teaching. I’m seeking creative roles where I can contribute visual design, problem-solving, and reliable workflow management.

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I am a creative designer and illustrator with experience in branding, social media content, event design, and digital illustration. I enjoy bringing ideas to life through clean visuals and thoughtful layout.

Alongside my design work, I’ve developed strong communication, organization, and client-facing skills through freelance projects and teaching. I’m seeking creative roles where I can contribute visual design, problem-solving, and reliable workflow management.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Advanced

Work Experience

Private English Teacher at Self-Employed
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
Private English teacher (self-employed), delivering bespoke lessons, materials, and client communication.
Freelance Illustrator & Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
Freelance illustration and design; created digital illustrations, branding assets, social media graphics, and promotional materials; managed client briefs, timelines, and asset delivery.
Creative Designer (Work Experience) at Genieology / Monstar Lab, Tokyo
April 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Assisted admin and digital design tasks, contributed to digital design, branding, and communications; supported interpersonal communication.
Manager – Venue, Events & Marketing at Hatchobori Garden Whisky Bar, Tokyo
February 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Managed scheduling, lesson planning, client communication; created and organized digital learning materials and records; tracked progress and maintained documentation; invoicing and administrative tasks; designed digital illustrations and branding assets; managed client briefs and project timelines.
Assistant Language Teacher at IES Co., Tokyo
May 1, 2019 - November 1, 2020
Assistant Language Teacher, teaching English and supporting language programs.
English Kindergarten Teacher at Belgrave School, Tokyo
January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2019
English Kindergarten Teacher, delivering early years language activities.
English Primary & Middle School Teacher at Borderlink Corporation, Tokyo
March 1, 2017 - November 1, 2017
English Primary & Middle School Teacher, delivering language lessons for diverse cohorts.
Costume Designer at RSM Stage Academy, UK
September 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Costume Designer for stage productions; collaborated with organizers on wardrobe design.
Creative Designer (Work Experience) at Genieology / MonstarLab, Tokyo
April 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Admin & Technical Digital & Design Communication & Interpersonal tasks during a short work placement; supported design and branding projects and collaborated with developers.
Assistant Language Teacher at IES Co., Tokyo
January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2019
Supported language instruction and classroom activities; prepared lesson materials and assisted teachers in delivering curriculum.
English Kindergarten Teacher at Belgrave School, Tokyo
January 1, 2017 - November 1, 2017
Implemented early years English-language activities and literacy-based lessons; supported classroom management and student engagement.
English Primary & Middle School Teacher at Borderlink Corporation, Tokyo
September 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Taught English across primary and middle school levels; planned curricula and assessed student progress.
Creative Designer (Work Experience) at Genieology / MonstarLab
April 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Creative design work experience covering admin & technical digital design, digital design communication, interpersonal skills, and cross-functional collaboration.
Manager – Venue, Events & Marketing at Hatchobori Garden Whisky Bar
February 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Managed scheduling, events, and marketing; coordinated client communications; created and organized digital learning materials and records; tracked progress and maintained accurate documentation; handled invoicing, payments, and administrative tasks; designed social media graphics and promotional materials; organized digital files and maintained design standards; collaborated with developers and project leads to meet deadlines.
English Kindergarten Teacher at Belgrave School
January 1, 2018 - April 30, 2019
Taught English to kindergarten students; supported early childhood education activities.
English Primary & Middle School Teacher at Borderlink Corporation
September 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
English education for primary and middle school students in Tokyo.
Costume Designer at RSM Stage Academy
September 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Costume design for theatre productions; involved in design process and fittings.
Private English Teacher at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - Present
Teach English to adults and children in private one-to-one lessons; create personalized lesson plans; develop worksheets & visual learning materials; manage schedules, student progress, and lesson content; provide conversational, academic, and business English support.
Freelance Illustrator & Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Online freelance illustration and small creative commissions. Digital illustrations using Procreate & Photoshop. Logos, simple branding assets, and character artwork. Social media graphics for small clients. Personal creative projects and concept illustration. Managing client communication, timelines, and revisions.
Creative Designer (Work Experience) at Geminiology / Monstar Lab
April 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Contributed to graphic and interface design tasks for a banking app project. Designed clean, functional layouts using Figma. Created prototypes and design iterations. Followed existing design systems. Collaborated with developers and project leads. Prepared and organized shared design assets.
Profile Manager - Venue, Events & Marketing at KY Partners Co., Tokyo
February 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Managed operations, staff, and all creative materials for the Whisky Bar. Designed posters, menus, whisky tasting materials, and event visuals. Built and managed the bar's social media presence. Coordinated events and collaborated with brand representatives. Trained staff, scheduled shifts, and supported daily bar operations.
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) at IESCo, Tokyo
May 1, 2019 - November 1, 2020
Created presentations and lesson materials. Designed visual resources for English and Art classes. Taught junior high school students and supported classroom work.
English Kindergarten Teacher at Belgrava School, Tokyo
January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2019
Planned and delivered creative, play-based lessons aligned with curriculum requirements, integrating technology to support diverse learning styles. Assessed student progress through classwork, feedback and observations, tailoring teaching strategies. Maintained accurate records of attendance and academic development in line with school policies. Communicated regularly with parents.
English Primary & Middle School Teacher at Borderline Corp., Tokyo
March 1, 2017 - November 1, 2017
Planned and implemented lessons aligned with national and school-wide curriculum standards, using varied teaching strategies to meet diverse students' needs. Created presentations, visual aids, and worksheets. Maintained accurate records of student performance, behaviour, attendance and ensuring curriculum objectives were met.
Costume Designer at R SM S Tag Academy, UK
September 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Designed costumes for theatre productions including The Secret Garden, The Wind in the Willows, and multiple pantomimes. Skills: research, sketching, sourcing, fittings, budgeting, teamwork, videography, pattern making, flat drawings, and marketing.

Education

BA (HONS) Theatrical Make-Up & Costume Design at Worcester University, UK
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
BA (Hons) Theatrical Make-up & Costume Design at Worcester College, UK
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019
Levels: Film Studies, Textile Design at Worcester College, UK
January 1, 2010 - March 20, 2026
BA (HONS) Theatrical Make-Up & Costume Design at Worcester University, UK
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
A-Levels: Film Studies, Textile Design at Worcester College, UK
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
BA (Hons) Theatre Make-up & Costume Design at Worcester University, UK
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026
Film Studies, Textile Design at Worcester College, UK
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026

Qualifications

TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
JLPT N4 (working toward N3)
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
JLPT N4 (Working toward N3)
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
JLPT N4 (working toward N3)
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet