Litsa Babalis
About Litsa Babalis
Litsa Babalis is a Product Designer with expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, currently working at WorkJam and teaching at CEGEP - John Abbott College and the English Montreal School Board. She founded That Sky Blue Stationery and values work-life balance while working remotely.
Work at WorkJam
Litsa Babalis has been employed as a Product Designer at WorkJam since 2021. In this role, she engages in various design disciplines, including traditional design, brand development, user interface (UI), and user experience (UX). Her position allows her to collaborate with colleagues who inspire and challenge her, contributing to a dynamic work environment. Working remotely provides her with the flexibility to balance her professional responsibilities with parenting, enhancing her overall work-life balance.
Current Teaching Roles
In addition to her role at WorkJam, Litsa Babalis serves as a Computer Graphics Instructor at the English Montreal School Board since 2017. She also teaches Graphic and Web Design at CEGEP - John Abbott College, a position she has held since 2020. In these teaching roles, she focuses on Adobe products and employs design thinking methodologies to facilitate problem-solving and idea execution among her students.
Entrepreneurial Venture: That Sky Blue Stationery
Litsa Babalis founded That Sky Blue Stationery in 2005 after transitioning from the corporate sector. This small letterpress business showcases her skills in brand identity development and product design. She created a collection of products that feature her illustrations and patterns, reflecting her artistic vision and design capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Litsa Babalis studied Graphic Design at Collège Inter-Dec in Montréal, where she gained foundational knowledge and skills in design. Her expertise extends to the Adobe Creative Suite, which she utilizes for visual prototyping throughout the lifecycle of her projects. This technical proficiency supports her work across various design disciplines, enhancing her effectiveness as both a designer and an educator.
Background and Commute Benefits
Litsa Babalis has a background that combines professional design experience with teaching. She has saved approximately two hours daily by working remotely, which has positively impacted her ability to manage her responsibilities as a parent. Her commitment to work-life balance is a significant aspect of her professional philosophy.