Creative illustrator specializing in lifestyle and editorial storytelling, bringing everyday scenes to life through expressive, story-driven visuals. Combines a strong client-service background with a sharp eye for composition, ensuring ideas are translated into clear, engaging, and purposeful illustrations.

Shaira Alyssa Recto

Creative illustrator specializing in lifestyle and editorial storytelling, bringing everyday scenes to life through expressive, story-driven visuals. Combines a strong client-service background with a sharp eye for composition, ensuring ideas are translated into clear, engaging, and purposeful illustrations.

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Creative illustrator specializing in lifestyle and editorial storytelling, bringing everyday scenes to life through expressive, story-driven visuals.

Combines a strong client-service background with a sharp eye for composition, ensuring ideas are translated into clear, engaging, and purposeful illustrations.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Provide custom visual elements, themed illustrations for social media, brand collaborations, and editorial illustrations.
Illustrator at The Merkado (Pop-up Store)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Create monthly illustrations for social media posting, maintaining a cohesive visual identity across campaigns. Translate brand concepts into engaging, story-driven visuals. Ensure consistency in style, tone, and composition across different releases.
Editorial Cartoonist at University of Southern Mindanao - School Publications
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Created editorial cartoons for school publications, interpreting current events through visuals storytelling. Developed concepts that communicate ideas clearly using humor, symbolism, and narrative.
Editorial Illustrator at University of Southern Mindanao – School Publications
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Create editorial illustrations for school publications and events. Interpret current events and student issues through visuals to storytelling. Use symbolism, humor, and storytelling to communicate ideas effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering at University of Southern Mindanao
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering at Central Mindanao Colleges
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering at Central Mindanao Colleges
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Visual Storytelling & Concept Development at University of Southern Mindanao
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    paper ARTIST PORTFOLIO-2026

    Hi there! this is curated selection of my illustrations for editorial, social media, and brand collaborations. My work focuses on translating ideas into clear, engaging visuals with a strong sense of storytelling, consistency, and visual identity—designed to connect with audiences and elevate brand narratives.