Hi, I’m Jeslyn Sebold, an illustrator and art educator with extensive experience collaborating with clients and community volunteers, guiding projects from proposal to completion. I thrive on turning verbal ideas and visual references into cohesive, striking artwork. I excel at creating cohesive visual concepts, coordinating teams, and delivering high-quality art on deadline. I’m passionate about accessible art, mentorship, and building community-centered creative spaces.

Jeslyn Sebold

Hi, I’m Jeslyn Sebold, an illustrator and art educator with extensive experience collaborating with clients and community volunteers, guiding projects from proposal to completion. I thrive on turning verbal ideas and visual references into cohesive, striking artwork. I excel at creating cohesive visual concepts, coordinating teams, and delivering high-quality art on deadline. I’m passionate about accessible art, mentorship, and building community-centered creative spaces.

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Hi, I’m Jeslyn Sebold, an illustrator and art educator with extensive experience collaborating with clients and community volunteers, guiding projects from proposal to completion. I thrive on turning verbal ideas and visual references into cohesive, striking artwork.

I excel at creating cohesive visual concepts, coordinating teams, and delivering high-quality art on deadline. I’m passionate about accessible art, mentorship, and building community-centered creative spaces.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Muralist at Modern Vintage Marketplace
September 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Led the design and execution of a 280-foot mural for a public storefront, highlighting iconic imagery from the 1950s–1980s. Created a comprehensive mural proposal including color palettes, digital sketches, and project timelines. Planned mural layout and workflow to allow efficient collaboration with assistants and volunteers. Coordinated and supervised 15 volunteers to ensure mural completion within the proposed timeline. Instructed 11 novice artists on painting techniques, material usage, and safety protocols.
Anchor Artisan
January 1, 2009 - Present
Supported and mentored artists displaying work within the marketplace; evaluated artists' displays and provided feedback to improve presentation and sales; assisted in fostering connections among artists and building a collaborative creative community.
Art Instructor
January 1, 2012 - Present
Designed lesson plans tailored to diverse skill levels and student goals. Purchased and organized supplies, scheduled classes, and advertised offerings. Taught classes of 8–20 students ranging from beginner to advanced. Instructed students in watercolor, acrylic painting, and sequential art. Hosted and led summer art camps for children.
Muralist at Self-employed (Private & Commercial Clients)
August 1, 2017 - Present
Painter tasked with creating custom murals tailored to individual client visions and spaces. Translated verbal descriptions and visual references into cohesive mural designs. Collaborated closely with clients and completed multiple revisions. Offered creative suggestions for colors, composition, and details to enhance each mural. Executed murals efficiently while maintaining clean, respectful work spaces.
Commissioned Artist at Self-employed (Private & Commercial Clients)
August 1, 2009 - Present
Created custom paintings and drawings for personal and commercial commissions. Worked collaboratively with clients to develop meaningful and visually compelling art. Completed multiple revisions to meet client expectations and deadlines.
Illustrator & Designer at KCU Anthology
January 1, 2025 - Present
Illustrated a short story for the first KCU anthology. Collaborated with the marketing team to promote the anthology, designing social media graphics and scheduling promotional posts. Regularly met with editors to track progress and revisions, and created and formatted comics to editorial specifications.
Illustrator at Independent - Children's Books
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2025
Designed and illustrated children’s books, adapting artwork to narrative and age-appropriate themes. Partnered with clients to design characters, branding, and book layouts across diverse industries. Negotiated contracts outlining creative process, timelines, and payment terms. Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring clear communication and on-time delivery.

Education

at Ringling College of Art & Design
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
at Ringling College of Art & Design
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services, Other