Abbas Rwego
Toronto
Summary
A multidisciplinary artist with a passion for creating captivating artwork across various mediums, blending strong artistic vision with diverse skills to push creative boundaries and evoke emotion.
Recently expanded expertise as a Distribution Services Assistant, efficiently managing mail sorting, package tracking, and delivery processing while supporting event setups and maintaining organized workspaces. Seeking to leverage my adaptability, attention to detail, and client-focused experience to deliver exceptional services to individuals and businesses.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Monitor
OCADU Safety, Security and Campus Operations
2024 - Current
- Sorted and distributed mail, processed incoming deliveries, and shipped packages, ensuring accurate tracking and digital filing of packing slips.
- Assisted in classroom and event setups institution-wide, maintained a clean and safe mailroom, and organized operations storage rooms.
- Responded to email, phone, and in-person inquiries.
Supervisor
Shoppers Drug Mart
2019 - Current
- Maintains efficient flow of merchandise from the receiving door to the sales floor and experts in product inventory
- Excellent customer service skills practiced with day-to-day shoppers at the store through their inquiry of items, pricing, recommendations, and in help answering customer's questions
- Counting inventory, receiving, and purchasing store products
- Prepare daily to do list and supervise merchandisers
Visual Artist (photographer & painter)
Freelacer
01.2017 - Current
- Through their practice in drawing, painting, photography and collage skills, they explore the themes of identity, culture and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the world
- They strive to create thought-provoking and visually captivating works of art
- PORTFOLIO: https://portfolio-wcadkwr.format.com/
- Abbasrwego.wixsite.com/0000
- Instagram: @ab0joe (Abbas Rwego)
Photographer
Freelacer
01.2016 - Current
- Captured high-quality images at weddings, parties, and organized events, documenting special moments with creative lighting techniques.
- Conducted professional portrait shoots for individuals and families, directing poses and using backdrops to highlight personalities.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Specialized in studio photography (fashion, beauty, still life), collaborating with clients, stylists, and makeup artists for stunning visuals.
- Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere to deliver polished, client-aligned results.
Volunteer
SKETCH Working Arts
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Captured images of events and activities
- Edited and retouched images for use in the organization's newsletters and social media platforms
- Helped organize day to day events for summer camp students
Education
Bachelor's of fine arts - Drawing and painting
OCAD University
Toronto, ON01-2027
Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning
George Brown College
Toronto, ONHigh School Diploma -
Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School
Oakvile, ON01-2018
Skills
- Collaborative communication abilities
- Effective customer support
- Retail merchandising expertise
- Time management abilities
- Patience and tolerance
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Strong task management
- Attentive listening abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective decision-making
- Creative Sketching and painting
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premier
- Creative photography skills
- Planograms Management
- Creative visual design solutions
- Social Media Proficiency and Content Creation
Exhibitions
2025 Group Exhibition, "Lines of Inquiry: Expanding the Boundaries of Drawing" OCAD University, Toronto CA.
2024 Group Exhibition, "Don't Forget This." Shesaid Gallery, Toronto, CA.
2024 Fundraising Exhibition "To Be Seen." Sheena's Place, Toronto, CA.
2023 Group Exhibition, "A Breathing Room for the Spirit." OCAD University,Toronto, CA.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Volunteer
SKETCH Working Arts
05.2022 - 08.2022
Visual Artist (photographer & painter)
Freelacer
01.2017 - Current
Photographer
Freelacer
01.2016 - Current
Student Monitor
OCADU Safety, Security and Campus Operations
2024 - Current
Supervisor
Shoppers Drug Mart
2019 - Current
Bachelor's of fine arts - Drawing and painting
OCAD University
Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning
George Brown College
High School Diploma -
Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School
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