Hi, I’m Bayan Ali, a self-taught digital illustrator with a passion for expressive, character-driven art. I work primarily in Procreate to bring ideas and stories to life, and I’m quick to adapt to project requirements while delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines. I love collaborating on story-driven illustration projects and bring creativity, attention to detail, and a fresh perspective to every brief.

Bayan Ali

Hi, I’m Bayan Ali, a self-taught digital illustrator with a passion for expressive, character-driven art. I work primarily in Procreate to bring ideas and stories to life, and I’m quick to adapt to project requirements while delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines. I love collaborating on story-driven illustration projects and bring creativity, attention to detail, and a fresh perspective to every brief.

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Hi, I’m Bayan Ali, a self-taught digital illustrator with a passion for expressive, character-driven art. I work primarily in Procreate to bring ideas and stories to life, and I’m quick to adapt to project requirements while delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.

I love collaborating on story-driven illustration projects and bring creativity, attention to detail, and a fresh perspective to every brief.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Administrative Assistant (UK Student Recruitment) at Cardiff University
March 1, 2024 - Present
Supporting Open Day events, managing student ambassadors, attending Higher Education fairs, and assisting with related administrative tasks including warehouse management and stock replenishment.
Visa Compliance Officer at Cardiff and Vale College
September 1, 2022 - February 1, 2024
Providing guidance for international students to ensure visa compliance, verifying documentation, maintaining records on college systems, conducting visa protocol workshops, and enhancing the international student experience.
Community Employment Mentor at Cardiff Council
February 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022
Providing intensive 1:1 mentoring to 16–24 year olds, managing caseloads, improving client CVs, offering guidance through the application process, and coordinating with partnership organisations; maintaining databases.
Sales Assistant (Seasonal) – George Department at Asda, Cardiff
December 1, 2013 - January 31, 2014
Serving customers, stock replenishment, cash handling, and maintaining a clean, presentable shop floor while meeting targets and deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) French and Italian at Cardiff University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
A Levels at St. David’s College, Cardiff
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
GCSEs at Llanishen High School, Cardiff
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Ecctis Annual Conference –Attendee
December 1, 2023 - January 7, 2026
Document Verification Workshop – Ecctis
October 1, 2022 - January 7, 2026
Advice and Guidance Level 4
March 1, 2021 - January 7, 2026
Administrative Skills (Online Course) – elearningcollege
May 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026
Teaching Assistant (Online Course) – elearningcollege
May 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026
Social Media Marketing (Online Course) – elearningcollege
May 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026
Online Business (Online Course) – elearningcollege
May 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026
Customer Service Training – Cardiff Central Library
January 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services, Government