I am a children's content specialist and author-illustrator with experience in developing and curating stories for print and digital platforms. My focus is on age-appropriate storytelling and character-driven narratives that foster emotional connections and early reading habits among diverse audiences. Through my work, I aim to inspire imagination and empathy through culturally relevant content. I have developed stories inspired by family life and folklore, crafted engaging characters, and taught narrative design to students. My passion is creating content that resonates with children and supports their cognitive and emotional growth.

Maryam Ghodsirad

I am a children's content specialist and author-illustrator with experience in developing and curating stories for print and digital platforms. My focus is on age-appropriate storytelling and character-driven narratives that foster emotional connections and early reading habits among diverse audiences. Through my work, I aim to inspire imagination and empathy through culturally relevant content. I have developed stories inspired by family life and folklore, crafted engaging characters, and taught narrative design to students. My passion is creating content that resonates with children and supports their cognitive and emotional growth.

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I am a children’s content specialist and author-illustrator with experience in developing and curating stories for print and digital platforms. My focus is on age-appropriate storytelling and character-driven narratives that foster emotional connections and early reading habits among diverse audiences.

Through my work, I aim to inspire imagination and empathy through culturally relevant content. I have developed stories inspired by family life and folklore, crafted engaging characters, and taught narrative design to students. My passion is creating content that resonates with children and supports their cognitive and emotional growth.

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Language

English
Advanced
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Instructor at Seneca College
September 1, 2022 - Present
Teach story-driven design courses focusing on narrative structure and character development, guiding students in creating engaging, age-appropriate stories through visual and conceptual exploration.
Lead Mural Artist at Seneca College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Designed and executed large-scale murals reflecting the college’s cultural diversity while managing a team of artists and overseeing installations.
Children’s Content & Book Curation Experience at Sanjaghak Children’s Magazine
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Developed and evaluated children's stories inspired by family life and folklore, curating characters and visual storytelling for published content.

Education

bachelor of architectural engineering at mashhad University
May 20, 2025 - September 20, 2010
advanced Diploma od animation at seneca college
May 20, 2025 - May 20, 2025
Master of Fine Art at Tehran university
September 20, 2010 - May 20, 2013
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering at Ferdowsi University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Master of Fine Art (Illustration) at Tehran University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Animation Advanced Diploma at Seneca College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Agriculture & Mining, Media & Entertainment
    paper children book illustration

    The Engineer Mouse is a children’s story about creativity, problem-solving, and imaginative thinking in the jungle.

    In this story, every challenge is solved through the curious and inventive mind of a small mouse with a big engineer’s heart. When the animals of the jungle face problems, the mouse designs clever solutions—building a giant hose to bring water and shelter to a family of elephants, or creating a luxurious car fit for the lion, the leader of the jungle.

    Through playful inventions and unexpected ideas, the story celebrates how creativity, intelligence, and empathy can overcome even the biggest obstacles. The Engineer Mouse encourages young readers to see problem-solving as an act of imagination and kindness, showing that great ideas can come from even the smallest characters.

    paper children book illustration

    Herman and his stories with fishes.The story revolves around Herman, a fisherman, and his unique connections with the aquatic world. In each frame, I endeavored to craft a fresh narrative showcasing his relationship with various marine life. To create the imagery, I employed a diverse blend of digital and traditional techniques.

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