Freelance Children's Book Illustrator
Remote
June 2012 - Present
Illustration & Design: Create engaging and whimsical illustrations for children's books, capturing the essence of stories and characters to delight young readers.
Marketing Strategies: Develop and implement marketing campaigns to promote illustrations and books, utilizing social media platforms, blogs, and online portfolios to reach target audiences.
Budget Management: Manage project budgets, ensuring all projects were completed within financial constraints while maintaining high-quality standards.
Time Management: Efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting all deadlines and client expectations.
Project Management: Coordinate with authors, publishers, and editors to ensure smooth workflow and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle. Apply Waterfall methodologies to streamline project workflows and optimize resource allocation.
Branding: Successfully establish and maintain a consistent personal brand across various of platforms, enhancing visibility and reputation in the children's book illustration market.
Client & Customer Services: Build strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs, providing regular updates, and incorporating feedback to ensure satisfaction with high interpersonal skills.
Part-Time Art Instructor
Art Studio New York, July 2012 - June 2013
New York, NY
Instructed students from ages four to twelve on the foundation techniques of art and design.
Arranged sessions and classrooms for various settings and topics.
Motivated young students to work on their progress creatively and critically.