VIEW MY PORTFOLIO : _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi, I'm Beck Maxime Abarbanel, a creative and dedicated illustrator, animator, and graphic designer based in Montreal. I enjoy combining artistic flair with a strong work ethic to create engaging and impactful visuals. Over the years, I've had the pleasure of working on diverse projects, including zines, community exhibitions, commissioned artwork, animation, and graphic design. I'm passionate about collaborating with dynamic teams and contributing to projects that challenge and inspire me. Beyond design and art, I thrive in creative group environments and have experience and education in management, design, and creative work to develop mystrong organizational and leadership skills. I'm always eager to bring my skills and creativity to new opportunities.

Beck Maxime Abarbanel

VIEW MY PORTFOLIO : _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi, I'm Beck Maxime Abarbanel, a creative and dedicated illustrator, animator, and graphic designer based in Montreal. I enjoy combining artistic flair with a strong work ethic to create engaging and impactful visuals. Over the years, I've had the pleasure of working on diverse projects, including zines, community exhibitions, commissioned artwork, animation, and graphic design. I'm passionate about collaborating with dynamic teams and contributing to projects that challenge and inspire me. Beyond design and art, I thrive in creative group environments and have experience and education in management, design, and creative work to develop mystrong organizational and leadership skills. I'm always eager to bring my skills and creativity to new opportunities.

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Hi, I’m Beck Maxime Abarbanel, a creative and dedicated illustrator, animator, and graphic designer based in Montreal. I enjoy combining artistic flair with a strong work ethic to create engaging and impactful visuals. Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of working on diverse projects, including zines, community exhibitions, commissioned artwork, animation, and graphic design.

I’m passionate about collaborating with dynamic teams and contributing to projects that challenge and inspire me. Beyond design and art, I thrive in creative group environments and have experience and education in management, design, and creative work to develop mystrong organizational and leadership skills. I’m always eager to bring my skills and creativity to new opportunities.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Zine Graphic Designer, Editor, and Featured Artist at Petri Dish, Montreal
December 31, 2022 - July 8, 2025
Graphically designed and edited written pieces for a 30 person independent artist collective zine focusing on queer identity, kink culture, and gore. Featured own artwork in the zine, which was sold and featured in Toronto’s Queer Zine Fair 2022.
Freelance Independent Artist at Self-employed, Montreal
January 1, 2018 - Present
Worked on animations, drawings, and tattoos for commission work via Instagram, Fiverr, and Tumblr. Completed commissions including music posters, album covers, advertisement animations, and book covers.
Graphic Designer at McGill Music Frosh, Montreal
July 31, 2024 - July 8, 2025
Created logos, graphic posters, and mockups for cups, sweaters, mugs, bags, and shirts for McGill's music department frosh event 2024.
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.
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.
Sous Chef at Dandy, Montreal
October 31, 2024 - July 8, 2025
Worked as a sous chef responsible for service, placing orders, and designing dishes. Also worked as event coordinator for in-house events.
Curator and Organizer at NIFOC Vernissage
March 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Organized and curated a Vernissage event with 15 local artists. Successfully applied for and obtained a grant from the Fine Arts Student Alliance (FASA) at Concordia. The exhibition was held in venue for one week.

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
High School Diploma at Ashbury College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
College Certificate at Pratt Institute
January 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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