I am a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer based in Leeds, with a BA Illustration from Leeds Arts University. I create gig posters, album artwork, merchandise design, and signage, bridging visual storytelling with branding. I enjoy collaborating with artists and brands, including The Newfoundland Distillery Co., ACE’s of Hull, Squire’s Gallery, and Kate & Sam Lighting, to design merchandise, books, and lighting concepts across digital and physical media. In addition to design, I have hands-on hospitality experience as a bartender and event staff, which informs my customer-focused approach and ability to meet tight timelines. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and technical drawing, with intermediate French due to a French Immersion course, and I enjoy exploring new techniques in 2D and 3D illustration.

Amara Wilkins

I am a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer based in Leeds, with a BA Illustration from Leeds Arts University. I create gig posters, album artwork, merchandise design, and signage, bridging visual storytelling with branding. I enjoy collaborating with artists and brands, including The Newfoundland Distillery Co., ACE’s of Hull, Squire’s Gallery, and Kate & Sam Lighting, to design merchandise, books, and lighting concepts across digital and physical media. In addition to design, I have hands-on hospitality experience as a bartender and event staff, which informs my customer-focused approach and ability to meet tight timelines. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and technical drawing, with intermediate French due to a French Immersion course, and I enjoy exploring new techniques in 2D and 3D illustration.

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I am a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer based in Leeds, with a BA Illustration from Leeds Arts University. I create gig posters, album artwork, merchandise design, and signage, bridging visual storytelling with branding. I enjoy collaborating with artists and brands, including The Newfoundland Distillery Co., ACE’s of Hull, Squire’s Gallery, and Kate & Sam Lighting, to design merchandise, books, and lighting concepts across digital and physical media.

In addition to design, I have hands-on hospitality experience as a bartender and event staff, which informs my customer-focused approach and ability to meet tight timelines. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and technical drawing, with intermediate French due to a French Immersion course, and I enjoy exploring new techniques in 2D and 3D illustration.

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Language

French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator/Designer at 'My Mercury'
January 1, 2024 - Present
Production of gig posters, album artwork, and music clips.
Merchandise Designer / Illustrator at The Newfoundland Distillery Co.
January 1, 2025 - Present
Merchandise designs, promotional cocktail posters; cocktail equipment.
Illustrator at The Newfoundland Distillery Co.
January 1, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Illustrations published in The Newfoundland & Labrador Cocktail Book.
Illustrator at The Newfoundland Distillery Co.
January 1, 2022 - September 13, 2025
Christmas Card cocktail illustrations.
In-house Wall Menu Designer at The Newfoundland Distillery Co.
January 1, 2019 - September 13, 2025
In-house wall menu design and execution.
Designer / Merchandise Designer at Squire’s Gallery
January 1, 2024 - September 13, 2025
Organised and designed merchandise items.
Content Research Assistant at Kate & Sam Lighting
January 1, 2024 - September 13, 2025
Content research for the backdrop of the ‘The The’ tour.
Lighting Designer at Kate & Sam Lighting
January 1, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Neon light flow design for cinema/games room at New Park Manor.
Lighting Designer at Kate & Sam Lighting
January 1, 2022 - September 13, 2025
Rope lighting design for games room at Fowey Hall Hotel.
Designer/Illustrator at ACE’s of Hull
January 1, 2022 - September 13, 2025
Design, illustrations, and production of a book retelling 'The Legend of Miss Kendra' for a UK audience.
Logo Designer at Vaunda Maunder Dance Studio
January 1, 2018 - September 13, 2025
Rebranded logo design.
Bartender at Wax Bar
January 1, 2024 - Present
Bartending; bar staff.
Bartender / Barista / Event Staff at Sheaf Street
December 31, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Bartender, barista of event space and cafe; event staff.
Bar and Events Staff at Testbed
December 31, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Bar and events staff.
Waitress at El Gato Negro Tapas
December 31, 2022 - September 13, 2025
Waitressing, general table service; taking orders, delivering food.
Bartender / Front of House / Head of Kitchen at The Newfoundland Distillery Co.
January 1, 2019 - September 13, 2025
Bartending; Front of House; Head of Kitchen, arranging charcuterie plates and local produce.
Bar Staff (Volunteer) at End of the Road Festival
December 31, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Volunteer bar staff.

Education

BA Illustration at Leeds Arts University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services