EDUCATION
The Autonomous University of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
06/04-8/08 Bachelor of Arts Art History and Criticism
1/96-6/00 Associate’s Degree (Equivalent) Advertisement & Communication Arts
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
9/12/09-Present Activity Specialist Good Shepherd Services, PS 246 After School Program, New York City
- Plan and conduct bilingual Art lessons for 20 to 25 students incorporating literacy skills
- Guide students in creative hands-on activities through a project based curriculum
2/08-10/09 Spanish Writer Nielsen IAG, New York City
- Wrote online surveys in Spanish about TV shows broadcast by Telemundo and Univisión
- Created original content on a daily basis
- Translated content from Spanish to English
- Proofread production
11/07-5/08 Spanish Tutor Punta Cana, DR
- Privately tutored adults learning Spanish as a Second Language
- Designed curricula and created original visual aids based on students’ levels and needs
7/07-8/07 Creative Copywriter GREY EPI Santo Domingo, DR
- Supervised a team of graphic designers on various advertising campaigns
- Produced and proofread copy for print media on a daily basis
2/06-8/06 Copywriter BBDO/Pages Santo Domingo, DR
- Created & edited copy for advertisements in newspapers, television, and radio
- Collaborated with the Creative Director in producing concepts for brands in the beverage, media, and construction industries
1/04-8/05 Graphic Designer National Office of Community Development, Santo Domingo, DR
- Directed a project to improve the organization’s graphic identity
- Designed the organization’s monthly magazine
12/00-10/05 Editor in Chief La Vaina Arts & Culture Magazine, Santo Domingo, DR
- Proofread the whole content of the magazine
- Wrote articles and editorial columns
- Served as Art Director, Illustrator and Spokesperson
1/96-present Illustrator & Graphic Designer Freelance, Santo Domingo, DR
- Develop projects for diverse clients in non-profit organizations and advertising agencies
- Create custom made illustrations using traditional techniques and digital media
VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE
12/08-9/09 GLOBAL CLASSROOM New York City
- Designed curricula for workshops on Afro-Caribbean roots music
- Presented workshops in two New York City public schools
- Created audiovisual aids using original images
12/08-9/09 WORLD SAVVY New York City
- Assisted in logistical activities during Professional Development Workshop for Art teachers
- Created a Field Trip proposal for a Dominican-American community in Upper Manhattan
SKILLS AND INTERESTS
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Proficient in PowerPoint, Word, Photoshop and Illustrator
- Basic knowledge of Excel
- Interest in graphic novels, digital photography, video, and percussion
