Ke Lou
Charlottetown,PE
Summary
Creative and detail-oriented illustrator and designer with a strong background in visual storytelling, branding, and digital media. Currently gaining valuable experience in business operations, procurement, and international trade as a Commercial Assistant at Aware Food Inc., demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment. Passionate about combining design expertise with business acumen to drive brand growth and efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier/Store Manager
Panda Mart
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Delivered excellent customer service by assisting guests in locating products and making informed choices.
- Promoted daily specials and seasonal items through in-store advertisements and engaging displays.
- Maintained well-stocked and organized shelves to ensure a smooth shopping experience.
- Operated POS systems with accuracy while handling cash and electronic payments.
- Supported team operations by multitasking across checkout, stocking, and floor assistance.
Commercial Assistant
Aware Food Inc.
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Calculated production costs and resource consumption to ensure cost efficiency.
- Managed procurement of raw materials, maintaining optimal inventory levels while reducing waste.
- Participated in factory production, assisting in the manufacturing process of cookies.
- Assisted the manager in overseeing production, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to quality standards.
- Handled worker recruitment and training, fostering an efficient and knowledgeable workforce.
- Coordinated export logistics, ensuring timely and compliant international shipments.
Graphic Illustrator
Tong Xin Maternity & Child Products Co.
Hangzhou, Zhejiang
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Created advertisement, illustrations, and promotional materials for print, web, and broadcast media.
- Developed advertising campaigns for clients to increase brand awareness and market share.
- Planned layouts of images and text for advertisements in magazines, pull-uo banner, product packaging.
- Communicate and consult with members of other departments on two product advertisements.
Illustrator
Bespoke Collective
Totonto, ON
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Designed six creative and original tarot cards depend on seven themes and ideas.
- Transformed text and ideas into characters, environments and other objects to reflect meanings.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish layout and illustrations related to our project.
Illustration Designer
Hangzhou Yiyang Education Service Co. Ltd.
Hangzhou, Zhejiang
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Determined styles, size and arrangement of illustrations and graphics.
- Contributed ideas during strategic and conceptual brainstorming sessions.
- Submitted rough drafts to clients and management to gain approval.
- Used procreate to create images and layouts.
- Worked with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Produced two original concepts with help of computer programs and hand drawings in one month.
Illustration Designer (Volunteering)
Buddhi Association Canda.
Toronto, ON
04.2019 - Current
- Determined styles, size and arrangement of illustrations and graphics.
- Produced over hundred original concept poster with help of photoshop and digital drawings in 3 years.
- Designed 12 stickers exceed customer expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Design - Illustration
OCAD University
Toronto, ON05.2023
Skills
- Digital graphics & Traditional Drawing skills
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Packaging & Product Design
- Branding & Visual Identity
- Social media advertising
- Business development understanding
- Styling and composition the illustration
- Project Management & Team Coordination
- Native Language Mandarin
Timeline
Cashier/Store Manager
Panda Mart
03.2025 - 10.2025
Commercial Assistant
Aware Food Inc.
04.2024 - 05.2025
Graphic Illustrator
Tong Xin Maternity & Child Products Co.
09.2023 - 12.2023
Illustrator
Bespoke Collective
03.2022 - 07.2023
Illustration Designer
Hangzhou Yiyang Education Service Co. Ltd.
07.2021 - 09.2021
Illustration Designer (Volunteering)
Buddhi Association Canda.
04.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Design - Illustration
OCAD University