I’m Sheeba Shaikh, a passionate illustrator and designer with over 12 years of experience bringing stories to life through vibrant, expressive visuals. I specialize in children’s books and theme-based illustrations, and I also design complete books from cover to interior layouts to make reading a delight. I’m adaptable and eager to learn, always exploring new tools and trends to translate ideas into engaging visuals. Collaboration and storytelling are at the heart of my work, and I strive to create designs that captivate young readers and support authors in delivering memorable experiences.…

Sheeba Shaikh

I’m Sheeba Shaikh, a passionate illustrator and designer with over 12 years of experience bringing stories to life through vibrant, expressive visuals. I specialize in children’s books and theme-based illustrations, and I also design complete books from cover to interior layouts to make reading a delight. I’m adaptable and eager to learn, always exploring new tools and trends to translate ideas into engaging visuals. Collaboration and storytelling are at the heart of my work, and I strive to create designs that captivate young readers and support authors in delivering memorable experiences.…

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I’m Sheeba Shaikh, a passionate illustrator and designer with over 12 years of experience bringing stories to life through vibrant, expressive visuals. I specialize in children’s books and theme-based illustrations, and I also design complete books from cover to interior layouts to make reading a delight.

I’m adaptable and eager to learn, always exploring new tools and trends to translate ideas into engaging visuals. Collaboration and storytelling are at the heart of my work, and I strive to create designs that captivate young readers and support authors in delivering memorable experiences.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator
January 1, 2014 - November 15, 2025
Freelance graphic designer and illustrator delivering visual solutions for clients, including branding, illustration, and layout work.
Graphic Designer at Mercy Mission
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Graphic designer focusing on visual content creation and branding.
Graphic Designer + Illustrator at Quadrum Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Graphic designer and illustrator providing designs across digital and print media.
Assistant Art Teacher at Patil Art Institute
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Assisted in teaching art; prepared curriculum and supervised student projects.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Golden Star Services
December 31, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Freelance designer providing graphic design services.

Education

Diploma in Visual Arts and Communication at L S Raheja School of Arts, Worli, Mumbai
June 1, 2006 - March 31, 2009
1 Year Foundation Course in Visual Arts at Sophia Polytechnique, Peddar Road, Mumbai
June 1, 2005 - March 31, 2006
HSC from Commerce, Maharashtra State Board at Oriental College of Commerce, Mumbai
June 1, 2003 - March 31, 2005
Diploma in Commercial Arts with specialization in Illustration at LS Raheja School of Art
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Foundation in Commercial Arts at Sophia Polytechnic
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Portrait Painting at Patil Art Institute
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
HSC in Commerce at Oriental College of Commerce
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Art Teacher Training Course at Sarjak Art, Mumbai
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Elementary & Intermediate Drawing Exam Preparation Teacher Course at Sarjak Art, Mumbai
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Qualifications

Diploma in Visual Arts and Communication
June 1, 2006 - March 31, 2009
3 years full time Diploma in Visual Arts and Communication at L S Raheja School of Arts, Worli, Mumbai.
Foundation Course in Visual Arts
June 1, 2005 - March 31, 2006
1 Year full time Foundation Course in Visual Arts at Sophia Polytechnique, Peddar Road, Mumbai
Portrait Painting
June 1, 2008 - May 31, 2009
Portrait Painting from Patil Art Institute, Vile Parle, Mumbai
Art Teacher Training Course
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Elementary & Intermediate Drawing Exam Preparation Teacher Course
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Portrait Painting
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
HSC in Commerce
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Diploma in Commercial Arts with specialization in Illustration
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Foundation in Commercial Arts
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006

Industry Experience

Other, Education, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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