I am a comic book artist, illustrator and writer based in Birmingham. My work explores Black history and I have recently completed my first book entitled Heroes of History, which shares the stories of four influential Black historical figures. This book is set for release in November 2025 and will be displayed in a handful of bookshops across Birmingham. My art aims to share stories of people who history often overlooks, and bring their many contributions to light through the use of striking visuals and engaging storytelling. My style draws inspiration from traditional comic styles of the mid-late twentieth century but also includes elements of vintage comic styles to invoke a historical feel.

Addie Parr

I am a comic book artist, illustrator and writer based in Birmingham. My work explores Black history and I have recently completed my first book entitled Heroes of History, which shares the stories of four influential Black historical figures. This book is set for release in November 2025 and will be displayed in a handful of bookshops across Birmingham. My art aims to share stories of people who history often overlooks, and bring their many contributions to light through the use of striking visuals and engaging storytelling. My style draws inspiration from traditional comic styles of the mid-late twentieth century but also includes elements of vintage comic styles to invoke a historical feel.

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I am a comic book artist, illustrator and writer based in Birmingham. My work explores Black history and I have recently completed my first book entitled Heroes of History, which shares the stories of four influential Black historical figures. This book is set for release in November 2025 and will be displayed in a handful of bookshops across Birmingham. My art aims to share stories of people who history often overlooks, and bring their many contributions to light through the use of striking visuals and engaging storytelling. My style draws inspiration from traditional comic styles of the mid-late twentieth century but also includes elements of vintage comic styles to invoke a historical feel.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Radio Show Host at Burn FM, University of Birmingham
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Co-presented a popular weekly radio show discussing music, media and popular culture.
Student Ambassador at University of Birmingham
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Assisted during university open days, leading campus tours for prospective students.
Online Ambassador at Unibuddy
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Answered questions from prospective students and created social media content for the university.
Online Tutor at MyTutor
May 1, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Tutored secondary school students online in History and English; helped students achieve high grades.
Wait Staff at The Rising Sun, Newport
April 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025
Customer-facing role; responsibilities included waiting tables and assisting in food service.
Delivery Agent at South Wales Argus, Newport
February 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025
Delivered newspapers to specific addresses.
Volunteer at Birch Network, Birmingham
October 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted asylum seekers and refugees; directed people to appropriate services and provided day-to-day support.
Sales/Store Assistant at St David's Charity Shop, Newport
May 1, 2017 - October 14, 2025
Operated cash till and handled donations; assisted with store duties.
Radio Show Host at Burn FM, University of Birmingham
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Co-hosted a weekly radio show discussing music, media and popular culture.
Social Secretary at Harry Potter Society, University of Birmingham
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Led society events and managed social media content and inquiries; supported brand collaborations.
Online Tutor at MyTutor
May 31, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Tutored secondary school students online in History and English; helped students achieve high grades (Key Stage 3 and GCSE).
Student Ambassador at University of Birmingham
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Assisted during open days, led campus tours for prospective students and delivered presentations.
Online Ambassador at Unibuddy
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Answered questions from prospective students and created social media content for the university.
Crew Member at McDonald's, Newport
September 1, 2019 - Present
Part-time, seasonal role; involved in customer interaction and order production in a fast-paced team environment. As a senior staff member I am responsible for training new staff and appropriately dealing with customer complaints or issues.
Delivery Agent at South Wales Argus, Newport
February 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025
Delivered newspapers to specific addresses.
Wait Staff at The Rising Sun, Newport
April 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025
Customer facing role. Main responsibilities included tallying up customer bills, using the cash register, taking orders and serving food.
Comic Book Illustrator at Punch Records
July 1, 2024 - Present
Commissioned artwork; illustrated a comic book focusing on untold stories of powerful and influential figures from Black history.
Artist / Participant at Gallery 37, Punch Records, Birmingham
September 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Two-week intensive visual art program culminating in an exhibition; collaborated with other young artists from across Birmingham.

Education

MA Global Public Policy at University of Birmingham, Birmingham
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2026
BA History and Archaeology and Ancient History with Year Abroad at University of Birmingham, Birmingham
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024
Year Abroad at Carleton University, Canada
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
A Levels - History, English Literature, Art at Bassaleg School, Newport
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2020
GCSE at Bassaleg School, Newport
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
MA Global Public Policy at University of Birmingham
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2026
BA History and Archaeology and Ancient History (Year Abroad) at Carleton University, Canada
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
A Levels: History, English Literature, Art at Bassaleg School, Newport
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2020
GCSEs (12 GCSEs including A*–B) at Bassaleg School, Newport
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025

Qualifications

GCSEs (12 subjects, A*-B)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
A Levels - History, English Literature, Art
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
GCSEs (12 GCSEs including A*-B)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025

Industry Experience

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