Senior Illustrator, Art Director, and Art Educator with 10+ years of illustration experience and 8+ years in branding and visual communication. I create meaningful visual stories, brand experiences, and engaging learning environments through illustration, storytelling, and design. I lead visual direction for digital and educational platforms, develop visual identities and campaign concepts, and translate complex psychological topics into accessible educational narratives—supporting learners through creative materials and illustration-led instruction.

mahsa abbasi

Senior Illustrator, Art Director, and Art Educator with 10+ years of illustration experience and 8+ years in branding and visual communication. I create meaningful visual stories, brand experiences, and engaging learning environments through illustration, storytelling, and design. I lead visual direction for digital and educational platforms, develop visual identities and campaign concepts, and translate complex psychological topics into accessible educational narratives—supporting learners through creative materials and illustration-led instruction.

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Senior Illustrator, Art Director, and Art Educator with 10+ years of illustration experience and 8+ years in branding and visual communication. I create meaningful visual stories, brand experiences, and engaging learning environments through illustration, storytelling, and design.

I lead visual direction for digital and educational platforms, develop visual identities and campaign concepts, and translate complex psychological topics into accessible educational narratives—supporting learners through creative materials and illustration-led instruction.

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Language

English
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Private Art Instructor & Creative English Tutor at Freelance
January 1, 2024 - Present
Delivered private art lessons for young learners focused on drawing, illustration, and creative projects. Taught English using visual storytelling, games, and project-based learning. Designed engaging educational materials tailored to different learning styles and language levels.
Art Director & Creative Illustrator at Tajrobe.life Digital Mental Health Platform
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Led the visual direction of branding, editorial design, digital campaigns, and creative initiatives across the platform. Developed visual identities and campaign concepts for educational programmes, workshops, webinars, and public events. Conducted research in psychology and psychoanalysis to transform complex concepts into accessible visual narratives. Designed educational illustrations and creative learning materials for Tajrobe School and children’s educational programmes. Created and developed Tooti, the official mascot, expanding its visual language across multiple product features. Produced branded merchandise (tote bags, postcards, stickers, and promotional products) and created executive/internal presentation materials.
Graphic Designer & Animator at AASSTTIINN Fashion Brand, Mootanroo, and Soshia (projects)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Worked across fashion, e-commerce, and financial education sectors, creating digital campaigns, motion graphics, educational visuals, social media content, and print materials. Contributed to brand and content design assets for multiple client initiatives.

Education

Master of Arts in Animation Filmmaking at LUCA School of Arts — Brussels, Belgium
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting at Islamic Azad University — Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Teaching English to Children & Teenagers — Tarbiat Modares University
January 1, 2026 - July 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet