Mugwort is an incredible herb that, besides having many health benefits, is a dream enhancer. After experiencing its magic for myself, I decided to pay a homage to this beautiful plant. illustrator
- Illustrator
Melissa Mussak
- Rotterdam, Netherlands
- 8 projects
I am a versatile, curious creator who blends words and images to tell stories that resonate.
About
I am a versatile, curious creator who blends words and images to tell stories that resonate. I work across writing, editing, illustration, and storytelling, balancing narrative tone with vivid visuals to engage audiences of all ages. I thrive on collaborative projects, helping teams align visual direction with market needs while continually exploring new mediums and approaches.
Endlessly organized, adaptable, and self-driven, I approach each project with curiosity, efficiency, and a clear sense of purpose. I enjoy managing multiple tasks under pressure, coordinating creative work, and fostering collaboration that brings out the best in others. Whether I’m developing character designs, crafting picture-book narratives, or editing and publishing, I strive for coherent, emotionally resonant outcomes.
Please visit my website so see my work: melissamussak.com
- Joined November 2025
Skills· 7
Languages
- EnglishFluent
- PortugueseFluent
- Spanish; CastilianAdvanced
- DutchIntermediate
- FrenchBeginner
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Education
- Professional Services
- Other
Projects · 8
This was the cover I created to illustrate a short story I wrote for a competition. illustrator
- Illustrator
I had a blast creating this 12-legged space dog to illustrate a short story! illustrator
- Character Designer
- Illustrator
Character creation for a short story. illustrator
- Character Designer
- Illustrator
As a character creator, I delight in shaping figures that feel alive — each one a blend of emotion, movement, and quiet story. I strive to capture the spark that turns a drawing into someone you almost expect to meet. This little gnome was created to illustrate a short story that I wrote. illustrator
- Character Designer
- Illustrator
A picture book for children aged 2–6, celebrating the power of a mother’s love. It was such a joy to bring the author’s vision to life through illustration. illustrator
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- Illustrator
Work experience· 14 roles
Company Director & Author · Minard House, RotterdamApr 2021 – Nov 2025 · 4 yrs 8 mos
Founded the publishing house, editing, publishing and distributing books; overseeing design and illustration direction; author of picture books, including Same Bath Different (published in the Netherlands in English and Dutch).
Freelance Illustrator · IndependentJan 2021 – Nov 2025 · 4 yrs 11 mos
Creating original illustrations for children’s books and book covers; developing character designs and storyboards that convey emotion across age groups; collaborating with authors, editors and self-publishing clients to align visual direction with market needs.
Online Content Editor · BaseKitNov 2012 – Nov 2012 · 1 mo
Creating tech-oriented SEO-friendly content; editing and quality checking content; managing a team of outsourced copywriters; developing scripts and directing internet-related animated videos.
Mother, Household & Project Manager · UK & RotterdamNov 2012 – Nov 2025 · 13 yrs 1 mo
Online Content Editor · HotcoursesDec 2011 – Dec 2011 · 1 mo
Story Developer, Researcher & Translator · Sapiens SapiensNov 2011 – Nov 2011 · 1 mo
Events Producer & Translator · Shoot ExperienceSep 2011 – Sep 2011 · 1 mo
Proofreader · RDD TranslationsDec 2010 – Dec 2010 · 1 mo
Education· 5
Sitcom — Online Course · London, United Kingdom (Instructor: Chris Head)2013
Advanced Screenwriting — Diploma · London Film Academy2010
Screenwriting — Certificate · Academia Internacional de Curitiba2005
Postgraduate Degree in Film Studies · Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná2004 – 2005
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