SUMMARY

Skills: watercolor, gouache, pen and ink, oil, acrylic, graphite, pastel and nupastel
Software + Tools: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign CC, Mischief, Corel Painter
Education: BFA: Illustration, Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA  (May 2015)

ONGOING WORK

* Currently freelancing while looking for in-house opportunities in the film and gaming industry.
** All duration in this category are [starting - suspected/definite contract end], otherwise will be stated as [Present].

Branding and Marketing Manager for North America at Etchr Lab (Dec 2018 - Present)
I oversee the branding and marketing of Etchr products within N. America, specifically catering our products for the N. American audience. I've designed and photographed several of our products and packaging; designed logos, user interface (UI), and posters necessary for Etchr and its products such as our Etchr Mirror App. I also scout for partnerships that specifically provide unique art-focused products or provide marketing opportunities. Our most recent recruit was Stephanie Law and her Mini Watercolor Palette. I've held presentations of products and new releases to artists around the United States and collaborated with the team on efficient product marketing and advertising.

Public Relations and Artist at Etchr Lab (May 2017 - Dec 2018)
Handled online customer service through Shopify, Instagram, Facebook, and Disqus. Handled company social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube. Used Google Sheet to keep a record of customer interactions, and provided weekly reports to the team via Skype, Google Hangout, and email of customer interactions and common subjects of discussion. Collaborated with team on efficient product marketing and advertising. Designed advertisements for Etchr Lab's Kickstarter campaign. 

Founder of Corarda (May 2017 - Present)
Manages the Corarda.com resource library website including gathering and organizing resource contents with descriptions and rating system, designing all UI/UX, designing site logo, and managing social media platforms.

Freelance (August 2011 - Present)
Creates artwork for clients including StudioX, Digital Ambiance, GameOn Technology, and more. Strong time management skills along with meeting deadlines and goals. Regularly communicates with clients on project status. Collaborates with clients for higher quality of art and client satisfaction. 

EXPERIENCE

Illustrator at Genius Plaza (Dec 2017 - July 2018)
Created full and spot illustrations for multiple projects and children's educational materials, focusing on workbooks, cover designs, worksheets, and eBooks. Special attention to how images contribute to learning, and creating illustrations to help students from PreK-12 learn. Collaborated with team and works at a fast-pace while balancing multiple projects. 

Experienced UI Artist at 1st Playable Productions (August 2016 - June 2017)
Created UI assets and designs for mobile games. Designed characters, props, sell sheets, storyboards, and illustrations. Working efficiently with team using public and proprietary programs. 

Freelance Illustrator at Foiled Again! Chocolate Coin Factory, LLC. (June 2015 - July 2015; January 2016 - August 2016)
Designed illustrations and UI for company website renovation. Worked directly with company CEO and web designer. 

Freelance Illustrator at 8ninths (August 2015 - August 2016)
Worked on mobile game Paradise Bay as a rush-artist contracted through 8ninths. Render-painted 3D models for website and app clients. Worked efficiently via online live stream communication with team in Seattle, WA. 

Freelance Artist for Digital Ambiance (May 2016 - July 2016)
Created concept designs and sketch-ups for a variety of projects involving interactive lights. Worked remotely while commuting for meetings. Designs are not yet available for viewing online. 

Freelance Concept Artist at StudioX (February 2016 - July 2016)
Created character and creature designs for in-development short animation. Worked remotely while making commutes to the SF Bay Area for meetings.

Freelance Visual Development Artist for Project Heart (February 2016 - May 2016)
Created character and creature designs for in-development screenplay intended for TV animation. Worked remotely.

Resident Assistant for Campus Living Villages (August 2012 - May 2013; May 2014 - August 2015)
Organized interactive, educational, and wellness programs. Maintained order and safety within the residential halls. Interacted with residents to ensure reliability and approachability. Assisted and took leadership in solving high risk situations including but not limited to medical emergencies, suicide, theft, physical and verbal abuse, and sexual assault. 

Freelance Concept Artist at GameOn Technology (July 2014 - November 2014)
Designed sporty vector social media sticker packet for hundreds of GameOn app users. Worked efficiently with head of GameOn and staff remotely and onsite, both within a team and independently. Used watercolors and Adobe Illustrator CC for sticker packet.

President of Ideation Club at Academy of Art University (August 2011 - May 2013)
Revitalized and grew club from 15 to 600+ members. Organized professional company campus tours, as well as volunteer opportunities with local businesses. Scheduled several guest speaking events with professional illustrators and visual development artists. Worked directly with Academy of Art University Director of Illustration and staff for facility uses and gave monthly reports on club's status, management, and future plans. Pitched on behalf of clients seeking illustrators for collaborative projects. Enriched club members' knowledge and experiences before graduation. Started and managed the club website. 

Freelance Concept Artist at Films by Neptune (May 2012-August 2012)
Designed movie poster and concept art for indie film company Films by Neptune's feature film "Red". Worked directly with Director and Producer.

Lead Concept Artist for Junior Giant 2012 (February 2012 - July 2012)
Worked in collaboration with the Academy of Art University and San Francisco Giants on this promotional animated short for the San Francisco Giants' Community Fund. Recruited two concept  artists, was in charge of designing antagonist character, and overlooked designs with Producer.

Freelance Concept Artist for Student Thesis Film (December 2011 - June 2012)
Designed antagonist monster "alien whale" for graduate student's senior thesis. Worked efficiently, and often communicated with client and 3D modeler on specifications and changes to design.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Gallery Nucleus (2016)
The Art of Broken Age Exhibition and Tribute Event: Confrontation

BobCut Magazine Feature  (2015)

Academy of Art University Spring Show  (2013 - 2015)
Space Journey (2015)
Busy Bees (2015)
Mermaid Friends (2015)
Little Pink Bird (2014)
Washington State Poster (2013)
Relationship Between a Rabid Raccoon and Robotic Rabbit (2013)

Limited Edition Moleskine Promotion Book for the Adobe Creative Cloud  (2013)

Academy of Art University First Annual Fall Show  (2012)
Relationship Between a Rabid Raccoon and Robotic Rabbit (2012)

National Design Competition - Construction Industry Round Table  (2009)
Third Place in finale competition. Received recognition from the United States Senate. Acted as Spokeswoman in Washington D.C.
Collaborated with two additional artists on team of building design.