Hi, I'm Deja Dameron, a freelance illustrator with several years of experience in illustration, animation, and graphic design. I have published children's books and love creating lively characters and colorful worlds that help kids learn and grow.…

Deja R. Dameron

Hi, I'm Deja Dameron, a freelance illustrator with several years of experience in illustration, animation, and graphic design. I have published children's books and love creating lively characters and colorful worlds that help kids learn and grow.…

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Hi, I’m Deja Dameron, a freelance illustrator with several years of experience in illustration, animation, and graphic design.

I have published children’s books and love creating lively characters and colorful worlds that help kids learn and grow.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Custom Framer at Michaels
August 1, 2023 - Present
Custom framer responsible for assisting customers in selecting frame designs and colors that complement artwork; constructed frames to precisely fit artwork and prepare finished pictures.
Casual Team Member at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Store associate assisting customers with fabric choices, measuring and cutting fabric to specifications, and supporting store recovery and cashier duties as needed.
Illustrator at Law Publishing
May 1, 2018 - October 1, 2021
Illustrator of the Noun and Verb series; created characters to teach children noun/verb usage and engagement; includes titles The Adventures of Noun and Verb and The Adventures of Noun and Verb: Explore Space.
Illustrator at Jharris Publishing, LLC
March 1, 2017 - July 1, 2020
Illustrator of a series of children's books focusing on personal development; designed animal characters and stories to teach good habits for early childhood development; titles include Growing Gents and Girls with Pearls.

Education

Associate's degree in Visual Communication and Design at Prince George's Community College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025
at LONGWOOD UNIVERSITY
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Penelope’s Prize Fan Favorite Award
May 1, 2022 - May 9, 2026
International Book Awards - Finalist
May 1, 2021 - May 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other

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