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I’m Emma Parnell, a British-born artist based in Toronto with expertise in illustration, character design, 3D modelling, graphic design, and marketing. I blend fine art with digital design to create emotionally resonant work that speaks to people. I draw on a background in financial services to bring precision, project management, and professionalism to my creative practice.\n\nMy work has been exhibited internationally, featured in magazines, and includes collaborations with leading organisations. I’m dedicated to developing immersive characters and visual worlds through both traditional and digital mediums.
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Work Experience
Illustration/3D Modelling/ Concept Artist/ Graphic Design at Freelance (London, UK & Toronto, CA)
January 1, 2025 - PresentI design commissioned works for Matchroom Boxing and partner with Mind to create socially impactful design projects. I produce illustrations and branding assets for small businesses and bloggers, exhibit original artwork in galleries, and manage projects from concept to delivery across digital and traditional media.
Senior Client Service Executive at Rathbones (previously Sanderson House)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Supported a director with client relationship management, trade execution, and portfolio oversight. Trained and supervised colleagues, ensuring accuracy and consistency in client services. Led process improvements during firm-wide migrations, including the Investec transition.
Illustration/ 3D Modelling/ Concept Artist/ Graphic Design at Freelance (London UK & Toronto, CA)
January 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025Designed commissioned works for Matchroom Boxing and partnered with Mind to create socially impactful design projects. Produced commissioned illustrations and branding assets for small businesses and bloggers to enhance their professional identity. Exhibited original artwork in galleries across Canada and England, selling commissioned and self-initiated pieces. Delivered project management, client collaboration, and visual storytelling across digital and traditional media.
Lead Character Artist at Paradigm Interactive
January 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025Lead character designer for an independent video game; developing original concepts and visual styles to define the game's artistic direction. 3D character and prop modelling for production-ready assets aligned with gameplay and narrative requirements. Creating concept art and environment designs establishing the visual identity and atmosphere of the game world.
Senior Client Service Executive at Rathbones (previously Sanderson House), London
January 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025Supported a director with client relationship management, trade execution, and portfolio oversight; trained and supervised colleagues; led process improvements during firm-wide migrations, including the Investec transition.
Freelance Illustrator, Concept Artist & Graphic Designer at Freelance, London UK & Toronto, CA
January 1, 2025 - PresentDesigned commissioned works for Matchroom Boxing and partnered with Mind to create socially impactful design projects; produced commissioned illustrations and branding assets for small businesses and bloggers to enhance their professional identity; exhibited original artwork in galleries across Canada and the UK; delivered project management, client collaboration, and visual storytelling across digital and traditional media.
Senior Client Service Executive at Rathbones (previously Sanderson House)
January 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025Supported a director with client relationship management, trade execution, and portfolio oversight. Trained and supervised colleagues to ensure accuracy and consistency in client services. Led process improvements during firm-wide migrations, including the Investec transition.
Illustration / 3D Modelling / Concept Artist / Graphic Design (Freelance) at Freelance
January 1, 2025 - PresentFreelance creative practitioner delivering commissioned illustrations and branding assets for Matchroom Boxing and Mind, and providing visual storytelling across digital and traditional media. Exhibited work across galleries in Canada and the UK, selling both commissioned and self-initiated pieces. Managed end-to-end project execution, client collaboration, and branding for small businesses and bloggers.
Senior Client Service Executive at Rathbones (previously Sanderson House)
January 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025Supported a director with client relationship management, trade execution, and portfolio oversight. Trained and supervised colleagues, ensuring accuracy and consistency in client services. Led process improvements during firm-wide migrations, including the Investec transition.
Freelance Illustration/ 3D Modelling/ Concept Artist/ Graphic Design at Freelance (London UK & Toronto, CA)
January 1, 2025 - PresentDesigned commissioned works for Matchroom Boxing and partnered with Mind to create socially impactful design projects. Produced commissioned illustrations and branding assets for small businesses and bloggers to enhance their professional identity. Exhibited original artwork across Canada and England; delivered project management, client collaboration, and visual storytelling across digital and traditional media.
Senior Client Service Executive at Rathbones (previously Sanderson House)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025I supported a director with client relationship management, trade execution, and portfolio oversight. I trained and supervised colleagues to ensure accuracy and consistency in client services, and led process improvements during firm-wide migrations, including the Investec transition.
Senior Associate at SS&C
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Delivered client services for major investment management firms including BMO, Rathbones, Standard Life & Aberdeen. Executed trades, resolved complex client queries, and ensured regulatory compliance.
Senior Associate at SS&C, Basildon, Essex
January 1, 2021 - September 15, 2025Delivered client services for major investment management firms including BMO, Rathbones, Standard Life & Aberdeen; executed trades, resolved complex client queries, and ensured regulatory compliance.
Senior Associate at SS&C
January 1, 2021 - September 15, 2025Delivered client services for major investment management firms including BMO, Rathbones, Standard Life & Aberdeen. Executed trades, resolved complex client queries, and ensured regulatory compliance.
Senior Associate at SS&C
January 1, 2021 - September 15, 2025Delivered client services for major investment management firms including BMO, Rathbones, Standard Life & Aberdeen. Executed trades, resolved complex client queries, and ensured regulatory compliance.
Senior Associate at SS&C
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021I delivered client services for major investment management firms, executed trades, resolved complex client queries, and ensured regulatory compliance.
Retail & Customer Service Experience Supervisor / Assistant Manager at Office Shoes
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Managed retail operations in a high-volume store with 25+ staff. Oversaw shifts, sales performance, and stock control while training and motivating staff.
Retail & Customer Service Experience Supervisor / Assistant Manager at Office Shoes, Chelmsford, Essex
January 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025Managed retail operations in a high-volume store with 25+ staff; oversaw shifts, sales performance, and stock control while training and motivating staff.
Retail & Customer Service Experience Supervisor / Assistant Manager at Office Shoes
January 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025Managed retail operations in a high-volume store with 25+ staff. Oversaw shifts, sales performance, stock control, and training/motivating staff.
Supervisor / Assistant Manager at Office Shoes
January 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025Managed retail operations in a high-volume store with 25+ staff. Oversaw shifts, sales performance, and stock control while training and motivating staff.
Retail & Customer Service Experience Supervisor / Assistant Manager at Office Shoes
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018I managed retail operations in a high-volume store with 25+ staff, oversaw shifts, sales performance, and stock control while training and motivating staff.
Teaching Assistant at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Supported students aged 12–18 with GCSE and A-Level art projects. Led a class of 28 students and delivered a guest lecture on careers in the creative industry.
Teaching Assistant at Mayflower High School, Billericay, Essex
January 1, 2014 - PresentSupported students aged 12–18 with GCSE and A-Level art projects; led a class of 28 students and delivered a guest lecture on careers in the creative industry.
Teaching Assistant at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2014 - September 15, 2025Supported students aged 12–18 with GCSE and A-Level art projects. Led a class of 28 students and delivered a guest lecture on careers in the creative industry.
Teaching Assistant at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2014 - September 15, 2025Supported students aged 12–18 with GCSE and A-Level art projects. Led a class of 28 students and delivered a guest lecture on careers in the creative industry.
Education
BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Brighton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Higher Education in Fashion Promotion & Marketing at South East Essex College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012GCSEs in Math, English, Science, Art, History, Design, Performing Arts at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Brighton
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Higher Education in Fashion Promotion & Marketing at South East Essex College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012GCSEs in Math, English, Science, Art, History, Design, Performing Arts at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Brighton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Higher Education in Fashion Promotion & Marketing at South East Essex College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012GCSEs in Math, English, Science, Art, History, Design, Performing Arts at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Brighton
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Higher Education in Fashion Promotion & Marketing at South East Essex College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012GCSEs in Math, English, Science, Art, History, Design, Performing Arts at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Brighton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Higher Education in Fashion Promotion & Marketing at South East Essex College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012GCSEs in Math, English, Science, Art, History, Design, Performing Arts at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Brighton
January 1, 2016 - January 23, 2026Higher Education in Fashion Promotion & Marketing at South East Essex College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012GCSEs in Math, English, Science, Art, History, Design, Performing Arts at Mayflower High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Financial Services, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Gaming
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