I am a diligent, adaptable, and creative person with excellent problem-solving abilities, highly skilled in a broad range of illustration styles, with a particular focus on mixed media. As a graduate of the London College of Communication, I am looking to establish my career in visual media.…

Julianna McDonald

I am a diligent, adaptable, and creative person with excellent problem-solving abilities, highly skilled in a broad range of illustration styles, with a particular focus on mixed media. As a graduate of the London College of Communication, I am looking to establish my career in visual media.…

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I am a diligent, adaptable, and creative person with excellent problem-solving abilities, highly skilled in a broad range of illustration styles, with a particular focus on mixed media.

As a graduate of the London College of Communication, I am looking to establish my career in visual media.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Coding & Creative Arts Tutor at Innovation Pod
April 1, 2025 - Present
Self-employed as an agency after-school club leader, teaching beginner-level JavaScript and Python at one primary school, while conducting Arts & Crafts lessons at another.
Mentor at Southwark Playhouse Theatre Troupe
January 1, 2023 - April 20, 2023
Mentored a youth theatre group, working with 11 to 14-year-olds in a small play. I specifically supported one child by encouraging engagement and providing direction. This experience fuelled my passion for community involvement and helping others.
Outreach Ambassador at UAL
November 1, 2022 - July 18, 2025
Paid position at my university lets me volunteer and assist with events across UAL. I have worked with children aged 11-18, participated in seminars and focus groups, and represented my course to external audiences.
User Interface Designer at The Park London
February 1, 2021 - March 1, 2021
This month-long project involved my team and I creating and designing a children's game website interface. I used Photoshop and Illustrator to craft a user-friendly design.

Education

Bachelor of Arts with Upper Second Class Honours - Illustration & Visual Media at University of the Arts London; London College of Communication
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025
Visuelle Kommunikation – Illustration at Universität der Künste
April 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Distinction) at Sir George Monoux College
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022
GCSEs (7 GCSEs; grades 8-4) at The Urswick School
September 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Bass Guitar Examinations – Rock & Pop (Bass Guitar, up to Grade 5)
January 11, 2016 - September 9, 2020
Art Directors Club Deutschland Talent Award 2025 – Front cover design (screen-printed project)
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other

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Experience Level