I am a multidisciplinary designer, illustrator, and educator with a passion for brand identity, storytelling, and forging inclusive creative spaces. Based between Montreal and Cleveland, with clients and connections to my former life in Paris, I collaborate with clients on branding, packaging, web visuals, and promotional materials, always focusing on thoughtful design and clear communication. I value diversity, equity, and community, and I actively volunteer with and advocate for other queer and neurodiverse peoples and their perspectives in the word of design. I enjoy building safe, welcoming spaces for collaboration and learning, while continually growing my skills across branding, illustration, web design, and educational support.

Bee Bonnie Brown

I am a multidisciplinary designer, illustrator, and educator with a passion for brand identity, storytelling, and forging inclusive creative spaces. Based between Montreal and Cleveland, with clients and connections to my former life in Paris, I collaborate with clients on branding, packaging, web visuals, and promotional materials, always focusing on thoughtful design and clear communication. I value diversity, equity, and community, and I actively volunteer with and advocate for other queer and neurodiverse peoples and their perspectives in the word of design. I enjoy building safe, welcoming spaces for collaboration and learning, while continually growing my skills across branding, illustration, web design, and educational support.

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I am a multidisciplinary designer, illustrator, and educator with a passion for brand identity, storytelling, and forging inclusive creative spaces. Based between Montreal and Cleveland, with clients and connections to my former life in Paris, I collaborate with clients on branding, packaging, web visuals, and promotional materials, always focusing on thoughtful design and clear communication.

I value diversity, equity, and community, and I actively volunteer with and advocate for other queer and neurodiverse peoples and their perspectives in the word of design. I enjoy building safe, welcoming spaces for collaboration and learning, while continually growing my skills across branding, illustration, web design, and educational support.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Irish
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Designer / Illustrator at Bee Brown Design
January 1, 2022 - Present
Freelance design and illustration for branding, publications, and marketing collateral; client interactions, concept development, production, and delivery. Built a portfolio across Montreal, Cleveland, and Paris, including branding for photographers, restaurants, and LGBTQIA+ focused projects.
Academic Support Specialist at Jordan's Principle / PME (Programme Mile End High School)
February 17, 2025 - Present
Provide extra educational support and non-authoritative guidance to First Nations students to ensure access to education without gaps, delays, or denials; create study sheets, present concepts clearly, and offer emotional support and mindfulness techniques.
Lead Gardener / Educator at Duke Farms Community Garden
January 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Volunteer role supporting community garden activities, horticultural education, and outreach; (Note: description of cat-care tasks appears in related materials but the core role here centers on gardening and community education).
Volunteer / Content Creator at Community Action to Save Strays (CATS S)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Content Creation: Strategy and Tools; ongoing learning modules and community accessibility initiatives; project management and digital content development for outreach.
Member at Trans+ (LGBTQ Center of Greater Cleveland)
January 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Active member contributing to community safety, storytelling, and advocacy initiatives; participation in community outreach and policy discussion to support LGBTQIA+ safety and rights.
Volunteer at Food Not Bombs
January 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Volunteering across Cleveland & Lakewood to oppose militarism, organize free food distribution, and support community members in need.
Product Specialist / E-Commerce Manager / Art Director at Flower Power Skin Studio
September 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
My role encompassed sales, client engagement, art direction and set design for in-house product photo shoots, ecommerce management including metric reporting, opening/closing duties, maintaining shop display flow and organization, designing promotional materials such as flyers and social media graphics, and educating on the studio’s product offerings and gender-neutral and body-positive ethos.
Co-Founder / Art Director at Small Comfort
September 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Co-founded a multi-media collective focusing on product photography, set design, vendor partnerships, and collaborative exhibitions; led creative direction, client engagement, and business development.
Freelance Designer / Illustrator at Bee Brown Design
January 1, 2022 - Present
Concept and execution of original designs; copywriting and marketing; client interaction and engagement; personal admin; sourcing materials; managing time to meet client deadlines; multiregional studio work (Montreal, Cleveland, Paris).
Academic Support Specialist (Jordan's Principle) at Mile End High School (Jordan's Principle Program)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provide extramural educational support to First Nations students to ensure they access education without gaps due to identity; deliver non-authoritative guidance through course work; offer emotional support; break down complex topics with study sheets and visuals.
Lead Gardener / Community Organizer at Duke Farms Community Garden
December 31, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Support community garden initiatives; share indigenous agricultural practices; coordinate with neighbors; assist in garden upkeep and outreach.
Vo at Trans+ Center of Greater Cleveland
December 30, 2024 - October 3, 2025
Provide LGBTQIA+ safety and security conversations; share stories; accompany community outreach; develop advocacy materials and policies to address institutional harm; contribute to policy reform.
Volunteer Content Creator at Community Action to Save Strays (CATS S)
December 31, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Content creation: strategy and tools; lead learning projects and volunteer coordination; ongoing.
Volunteer at Food Not Bombs
December 30, 2020 - October 3, 2025
Volunteer for a multi-national movement opposing militarism; organize and distribute food to the public in a discrimination-free setting.
Academic Support Specialist / Tutor at Bee Brown Design
September 2, 2023 - September 2, 2023
Provided educational support through the Jordan's Principle grant, created learning materials, offered emotional and motivational support, maintained documentation and deliverables, and collaborated with clients to tailor educational experiences.
Co-Founder / Artistic Director at Small Comfort
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Co-initiated and oversaw business planning, vendor partnerships, and multi-media concept development; focused on product photography, set design, and holistic healing concepts to inform creative direction.
Freelance Designer / Illustrator at Bee Brown Design
January 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Conceptualized and executed original designs; copywriting and marketing; client interaction; materials sourcing; production of branding assets and promotional deliverables.
Lead Gardener / Educator at Duke Farms Community Garden
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Led community gardening activities, supported social and environmental education, and assisted in organizing garden projects for community members.
Volunteer / Community Engagement at Community Action to Save Strays (CASS) and related initiatives
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Volunteered across community outreach, event coordination, and advocacy activities.
Product Specialist / eCommerce Manager / Art Director
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Concept and execution of original designs; copywriting and marketing; client engagement; in-house administration; maintaining shop display flow; designing promotional materials; e-commerce management including metric reporting.
Co-Founder / Artistic Director at Flower Power Studio
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Co-founded multi-media studio; led team-building, conflict resolution, and training; managed client engagement, retail partnerships, and promotional materials; designed and executed visual campaigns and events.
Freelance Designer / Illustrator at Beebrown Design
January 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Freelance branding, studio illustration, and print/digital deliverables; client liaison; design and production; ongoing education studio projects; occasional LGBTQIA+ community education volunteering.
Academic Support Specialist / Tutor at Jordan's Principle / PME
January 1, 2023 - October 27, 2025
Provides extracurricular educational support to First Nations students under the Jordan's Principle grant; develops lesson sheets; emotional support; group sessions; mentorship; supports access to education.
Volunteer / Member at Trans+ (LGBTQ Center of Greater Cleveland)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Engages with the LGBTQ+ community; co-facilitates education and safety sessions; helps build community narratives and advocacy.
Volunteer at Food Not Bombs
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Volunteered for a multinational movement opposing militarism and coordinating free food distribution; organized donations and outreach.
Freelance Designer / Illustrator
January 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Conceptualized and executed original design work for branding, photography-related projects, promotional materials (flyers, social media graphics), and website assets. Managed client communication, timelines and deliverables.
Co-Founder / Artistic Director at Flower Power Skin Studio
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Co-founded and directed a multi-media creative studio; developed branding, marketing materials, and client experiences; oversaw team-building and operations; produced promotional materials and social media graphics; organized educational outreach.
Co-Founder / Creative Director at Small Comfort
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Academic Support Specialist (Jordan's Principle)
January 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025
Provided extra educational support and non-authoritative guidance to First Nations students; developed materials; emotional support and mentoring; ensured inclusive access to education.
Co-Founder / Artist Director at Flower Power Skin Studio
September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2020
Co-founded a multi-media studio; led branding, visual design, and promotional materials; managed project workflow, vendor partnerships, and client interactions; expanded offerings toward holistic healing concepts.
Volunteer / Team Lead at Food Not Bombs
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Ideated and facilitated community food distribution and planning; coordinated logistics, volunteer teams, and partner engagements to support local communities in Cleveland & Lakewood.
Academic Support Specialist / Tutor at Jordan’s Principle Grant
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Provided extr a educational support and non-authoritative guidance through coursework to ensure First Nations children do not face gaps or delays in access to education; created study sheets, emotional support tools, and mindful learning techniques.
Volunteer Educator / Staff Trainer at Trans+ (LGBTQ Center of Greater Cleveland)
December 29, 2019 - December 28, 2024
Engaged with LGBTQIA+ staff and youth, facilitating education sessions and community outreach; contributed to safety and inclusion initiatives.

Education

Fashion Design & Fibers (Not Completed) at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Design - Graphic Design at L'Institut Supérieur des Arts Appliqués (LISAA)
September 28, 2020 - September 15, 2023
Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Qualifications

French Language Certification - Campus Langues Institut de Langue Français
October 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Retail, Travel & Hospitality