Hi there, I'm Aaliyah Davis, a design-focused artist with a passion for packaging design and branding. I love turning ideas into playful, illustrative visuals that tell a brand's story, and I enjoy working with clients to bring concepts to life. I thrive in collaborative environments and am always eager to learn and push my craft. I'm actively building my practice through a self-run art business, volunteering with local art programs, and taking on projects that challenge me to grow. I bring strong skills in Photoshop, InDesign, Figma, and Procreate, along with a love for illustration, and I'm excited to collaborate on new projects.…

Aaliyah Davis

Hi there, I'm Aaliyah Davis, a design-focused artist with a passion for packaging design and branding. I love turning ideas into playful, illustrative visuals that tell a brand's story, and I enjoy working with clients to bring concepts to life. I thrive in collaborative environments and am always eager to learn and push my craft. I'm actively building my practice through a self-run art business, volunteering with local art programs, and taking on projects that challenge me to grow. I bring strong skills in Photoshop, InDesign, Figma, and Procreate, along with a love for illustration, and I'm excited to collaborate on new projects.…

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Hi there, I’m Aaliyah Davis, a design-focused artist with a passion for packaging design and branding. I love turning ideas into playful, illustrative visuals that tell a brand’s story, and I enjoy working with clients to bring concepts to life. I thrive in collaborative environments and am always eager to learn and push my craft.

I’m actively building my practice through a self-run art business, volunteering with local art programs, and taking on projects that challenge me to grow. I bring strong skills in Photoshop, InDesign, Figma, and Procreate, along with a love for illustration, and I’m excited to collaborate on new projects.

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Skills

Experience Level

Adobe InDesign
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Procreate
Expert
Figma
Expert
Illustration
Expert
Logo
Expert
Branding
Intermediate
Blender
Intermediate
Advert Design
Intermediate
Freelance Gig
Beginner
App Design
Beginner
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-founder / Self-employed Artist at Sophie and Leah Art
January 1, 2025 - Present
Co-founded and operate a market stall creating and selling custom art; responsible for design, production, sales, and customer engagement.
Art Class Assistant at Erskine Arts
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Assisted in planning and delivering art classes for children and seniors, including a summer activity week.
Young Leader at 3rd Erskine Girls Brigade
January 1, 2021 - Present
Led activities and trips with the girls; supported group sessions and events.
Foundation Apprenticeship - Marketing Assistant at West College Scotland Marketing Department
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Worked in the college marketing department; created posters and social media content based on a scheduled plan; liaised with real clients and agencies.
Self-employed Artist at Sophie and Leah Art
January 1, 2025 - Present
Self-run business creating and selling custom art at markets and events.
Assistant at Erskine Arts
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Assisted in running art classes for both children and seniors including a summer activity week.
Marketing Department Assistant at West College Scotland (Marketing Department)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Worked in the college marketing department as part of a Foundation Apprenticeship, responsible for creating posters for college events and social media posts on a schedule. Gained experience presenting ideas and collaborating with clients and agencies; demonstrated ability to articulate ideas and adapt during the design process.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Digital Design at Glasgow Caledonian University
September 16, 2024 - May 8, 2026
HNC/HND Visual Communication at Glasgow Caledonian University
August 20, 2025 - June 16, 2026
Foundation Apprenticeship - Creative and Digital Media at West College Scotland
September 15, 2021 - April 19, 2022
BcS Digital Design at Glasgow Caledonian University
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
HNC/HND Visual Communication at West College Scotland
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Foundation Apprenticeship - Creative and Digital Media at West College Scotland
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Other, Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services
    Colour Tea Products
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    Colour Tea
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