Melissa Zhao

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com Instagram: @mellissaillustration OCAD-trained visual artist and illustrator creating bold, eye-catching work that blends childlike wonder, surrealism, darkness, and satire.

About

Art portfolio: Mellissazhaoart.com
Instagram: @mellissaillustration

OCAD-trained visual artist and illustrator creating bold, eye-catching work that blends childlike wonder, surrealism, darkness, and satire. My cross-industry experience strengthens my storytelling and understanding of diverse audiences. I am now focused on freelance illustration, books, and editorial projects.

  • 5 years' experience
  • Joined July 2026

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services
  • Retail

Work experience· 7 roles

Personal Support Worker / Nurse Aide · Stirling Manor Nursing HomeAug 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos

Provided hands-on support with personal care, mobility, meals, and daily routines while protecting residents' dignity and comfort. Built trust through companionship and person-centred communication. Provided calm palliative care support and responded responsibly in urgent situations.

Personal Support Worker Intern · Yee Hong Long-Term Care CentreMay 2024 – Aug 2024 · 4 mos

Supported seniors from diverse cultural and language backgrounds through respectful communication, companionship, and individualized assistance.

Line Cook · Kasa MotoApr 2023 – Sep 2023 · 6 mos

Worked efficiently in a fast-paced team while maintaining organization, presentation, cleanliness, and quality standards.

Sushi Cook · Miku TorontoJun 2022 – Dec 2022 · 7 mos
Illustrator & Graphic Designer · Creative Graphic Inc.Mar 2022 – Apr 2022 · 2 mos
International Student Consultant · OCAD UniversityMar 2019 – Dec 2019 · 10 mos
Creative Team Leader · LYBS CollegeJan 2017 – Jul 2018 · 1 yr 7 mos

Education

Bachelor of Design - Illustration (Minor in Graphic Design) · OCAD University2018 – 2022
Personal Support Worker Certificate · Canadian Business Skills College of Technology2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Personal Support Worker Certificate2030 – 2026

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