I am Beck Maxime Abarbanel, a versatile illustrator, animator, and graphic designer who loves crafting engaging visuals and thoughtful design for dynamic teams. I have hands-on experience designing logos, mascots, animations, website interfaces, and photo retouching for both remote and local projects, with a strong track record in education and community-oriented initiatives. I thrive in collaborative environments, bring a friendly, can-do attitude, and balance artistic experimentation with a solid work ethic. I’m open to full-time, contract, or long-term opportunities and excited to contribute to projects that blend creativity with meaningful impact.…

Beck Maxime Abarbanel

I am Beck Maxime Abarbanel, a versatile illustrator, animator, and graphic designer who loves crafting engaging visuals and thoughtful design for dynamic teams. I have hands-on experience designing logos, mascots, animations, website interfaces, and photo retouching for both remote and local projects, with a strong track record in education and community-oriented initiatives. I thrive in collaborative environments, bring a friendly, can-do attitude, and balance artistic experimentation with a solid work ethic. I’m open to full-time, contract, or long-term opportunities and excited to contribute to projects that blend creativity with meaningful impact.…

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I am Beck Maxime Abarbanel, a versatile illustrator, animator, and graphic designer who loves crafting engaging visuals and thoughtful design for dynamic teams. I have hands-on experience designing logos, mascots, animations, website interfaces, and photo retouching for both remote and local projects, with a strong track record in education and community-oriented initiatives.

I thrive in collaborative environments, bring a friendly, can-do attitude, and balance artistic experimentation with a solid work ethic. I’m open to full-time, contract, or long-term opportunities and excited to contribute to projects that blend creativity with meaningful impact.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Sous Chef at Buvette Pastek
June 1, 2025 - Present
Sous Chef in the kitchen, responsible for service, training new employees, and inventory and stock ordering.
Graphic and Motion Designer at Toronto French School
March 31, 2025 - July 31, 2026
Worked with TFS marketing team on web design, merchandise prints, and GIF's for their seasonal emails!
Curator and Organizer at NIFOC Vernissage
March 31, 2025 - July 8, 2025
Organized an art vernissage featuring submissions from 15 local artists. Successfully applied for and received a grant from the Fine Arts Student Alliance at Concordia University. The show was open for one week in venue.
Marketing Designer, Animator/Illustrator, Website Designer at TFS Canada’s International School
March 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Worked on the Marketing team; designed logos, mascot illustrations, animations, website design, and photo retouching.
Sous Chef at Buvette Pastek Montreal
October 28, 2024 - July 5, 2025
Worked as a sous chef responsible for service, placing orders, and designing dishes. Also worked as event coordinator for in-house events, and social media management
Graphic Designer at McGill Music Frosh
April 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Completed graphic design for McGill’s Music Frosh event 2024. Created logos, graphic posters, and mockups for cups, sweaters, mugs, bags, and shirts. Assisted in Social Media Management and photo retouching.
Graphic Designer at Mcgill University
April 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Created mockups and poster design for Mgcill Frosh events, 2024
Zine Graphic Designer, Editor, and Featured Artist at Petri Dish
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025
Graphically designed and edited written pieces for the independent artist collective zine "Petri Dish," which focused on queer identity, kink culture, and gore. Featured own artwork in the zine, which was sold and presented at Toronto's Queer Zine Fair 2022.
Independent Artist (Freelance) at Montreal/Ottawa
January 1, 2018 - Present
Worked on animations, drawings, and tattoos for commission work through Instagram, Fiverr, and Tumblr. Completed commissions such as music posters, album covers, advertisement animations, and book covers.

Education

High School Diploma at Ashbury College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
College Certificate at Pratt Institute
January 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Concordia University
September 1, 2021 - April 25, 2025
Bachelor in Fine Arts in Studio Arts with a Minor in Film Animation - With Distinction
International Baccalaureate Diploma (Social and Visual Arts) at Ashbury College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Illustration Certificate at Pratt Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art Drawing with Minor in Film Animation at Concordia University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Fine Arts Student Alliance (FASA) Grant - Concordia
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other, Non-Profit Organization