Hi, I’m Zijia Huang (Rita), a Canadian college student based in Toronto and a current Bachelor of Interaction Design student at Sheridan College. I specialize in UI/UX, branding, and visual storytelling, and I’m proficient in Figma, Photoshop, XD, and InDesign, with hands-on experience in both digital and print design. I’m detail-oriented, team-focused, and confident in leading visual projects from concept to execution. I thrive across graphic, editorial, and interaction design, and I enjoy blending traditional illustration with digital techniques to create compelling visual narratives. I’m adaptable across disciplines and enjoy collaborating with others to translate ideas into accessible and engaging visuals.

Zijia Huang

Hi, I’m Zijia Huang (Rita), a Canadian college student based in Toronto and a current Bachelor of Interaction Design student at Sheridan College. I specialize in UI/UX, branding, and visual storytelling, and I’m proficient in Figma, Photoshop, XD, and InDesign, with hands-on experience in both digital and print design. I’m detail-oriented, team-focused, and confident in leading visual projects from concept to execution. I thrive across graphic, editorial, and interaction design, and I enjoy blending traditional illustration with digital techniques to create compelling visual narratives. I’m adaptable across disciplines and enjoy collaborating with others to translate ideas into accessible and engaging visuals.

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Hi, I’m Zijia Huang (Rita), a Canadian college student based in Toronto and a current Bachelor of Interaction Design student at Sheridan College. I specialize in UI/UX, branding, and visual storytelling, and I’m proficient in Figma, Photoshop, XD, and InDesign, with hands-on experience in both digital and print design. I’m detail-oriented, team-focused, and confident in leading visual projects from concept to execution.

I thrive across graphic, editorial, and interaction design, and I enjoy blending traditional illustration with digital techniques to create compelling visual narratives. I’m adaptable across disciplines and enjoy collaborating with others to translate ideas into accessible and engaging visuals.

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Work Experience

Art Direction Lead at Nomad — Student Co-creation Group
January 1, 2026 - April 1, 2026
Directed a school project team to deliver an immersive gaming experience; led project planning, art direction, and task management, ensuring effective resource allocation and decision-making for the project’s success. Managed the complete art development cycle, including concept, visual design, character design, and the physical materialization of products.
Booth Co-Owner, Product Designer & Advertising Producer at Comicup 32 – Hangzhou
May 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Planned marketing campaigns, produced and sold original merchandise, and managed end-to-end visual assets for the booth.
Booth Owner, Product Designer & Advertising Producer at Comicup 31 – Hangzhou
May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Exhibited and sold original merchandise (over 2,000 pieces); designed end-to-end visual assets and branding; managed customer interactions and production.
Booth Co-Owner, Product Designer & Advertising Producer at Comicup Guangzhou 07
January 1, 2025 - January 31, 2025
Co-managed a merchandise booth; led visual branding, signage creation, and booth marketing visuals; engaged crowds and supervised production.
Booth Co-Owner, Product Designer & Advertising Producer at Comicup Guangzhou 06
August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Co-exhibited with self-designed art and printed merchandise; supported layout, customer interaction, and design presentation; coordinated logistics for merchandise production and booth setup.
Independent Artist (Consignment) at Comicup 29 – Shanghai
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Distributed original design works via consignment; created product visuals and packaging independently; coordinated remotely with the booth host for marketing, inventory, and display; managed the manufacturing of merchandise.
Fall Fair Volunteer at Oakridge Bible Chapel
September 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted with event setup and takedown for children’s activities; supported safety checks, spatial coordination, and crowd flow to ensure a fun and secure environment.
Art Lead – High School Volunteer at Bond Academy
November 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Contributed over 20 hours of volunteer service at high school events; supported logistical coordination, spatial planning, and on-site assistance to ensure smooth event operations.
Public Relations Manager at Model United Nations Comittee Team
September 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Directed visual branding and promotional strategy for student-led MUN team and events; designed event materials, social media content, and digital/print visuals; created custom merchandise to enhance team identity and event cohesion; collaborated with team leaders to align branding with goals and audience needs; managed timelines and production of all promotional assets.

Education

Bachelor of Interaction Design at Sheridan College
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2027

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education