Experience
Art Editor and Production Design Eleven and a Half Literary Journal, New York, NYJanuary 2023 - Present - A student-run literary magazine of Eugene Lang College at The New School. We publish works of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, art and translation from the students and faculty at the school.
- Curating and selecting visual content such as artwork and photography submissions, ensuring they complement and enhance the literary pieces. In tandem, collaborating closely with writers, artists, and the editorial team to align the magazine's visual style with its editorial vision.
Design Team Member WNSM Student Powered Radio at The New School, New York, NYJanuary 2023 - Present - Playing a key role in the design of logos and merchandise for the radio station, while working closely with other team members to ensure a cohesive and attractive visual strategy across various platforms and settings.
- Additionally, this position required me to utilize graphic design software, as well as traditional printmaking techniques such as silkscreen to develop visually appealing and effective promotional materials.
Radio Host WNSM Student Powered Radio at The New School, New York, NY - January 2023 - Present - The two-hour weekly show for the past three semesters at The New School's student-organized radio station has allowed me to hone my skills in creating and delivering engaging audio content, while getting involved in student run organizations, and engaging with the student body. This position has also required me to utilize audio mixing and editing software to ensure high-quality sound production, while also managing live broadcasting technicalities.
Design Consultant Prodeon Medical, Mill Valley, CA July - August 2022- Tasked with the redesign of the company logo and visual identity. Developed a range of logo concepts and iterations, presenting and communicating design choices to my employer, ensuring a collaborative decision-making process
Art Instructor, Self-Employed, Mill Valley, CA & New York, NY— October 2018 - Present- Developed a two-year long, one-on-one weekly art course for elementary school-age students incorporating art work, design, techniques, use of tools and art history.
-Fostered a dynamic, creative environment that nurtured the learning of my students, working with a variety of artistic concepts, materials, tools and media.
Customer Service/Cashier Whole Foods, Mill Valley, CA — October 2018 - May 2019- Provided support as a member of the Front End team which included assisting customers during the checkout process, performing all cash register functions, bagging groceries, and working at customer service desk on occasion.
-Additionally ensured a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient customer service to customers and team members.
Customer Service/Cashier Swirl Frozen Yogurt, Mill Valley, CA September 2017 - October 2018- Provided assistance to customers during the checkout process, handled all cash register functions. As well as food preparation and handling.
-Additionally ensured a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient customer service to customers and team members.
Education
Parsons School of Design | The New School, New York, NY —
Undergraduate BFA Illustration, August 2021 - Present
Parsons Summer Intensive College Course, New York NY — July 2019 an accredited Summer Intensive Pre-College Course- Mastery of drawing and painting techniques through rigorous exercises and instruction while exploring how to visually investigate ideas and express messages clearly.
Tamalpais High School, Mill Valley, CA — August 2016 - June 2020-Engaged in Advanced Coursework including AP Studio Art, AP Art History, Honors Drawing and Painting , AP English Language Composition
-Peer Resource Specialist (volunteer) Educated the student body with topics such as: tobacco awareness and safe sex promotion through presentations, rallies and student | Skills
- -Illustration; charcoal, pencil, Ink
- Fine Arts, painting; acrylic, gouache, watercolor
- Printmaking: silkscreen, monotype, lithography, relief printing, cyanotype
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Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects
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Basic film and photography skills
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Customer Service; POP experience, POS operations, pricing, Cash Handling
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Ability to work both independently and in a team environment, loves to work and engage with others
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General store maintenance; Stock replenishment, food handling and preparation
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Art instruction to K-5th
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