I'm a freelance artist and art instructor seeking a creative position, where I can use my skills to instill art appreciation and promote creativity and open-mindedness. Based in Miami, I have experience teaching art to a range of ages and coordinating educational programs, with a focus on hands-on creativity and practical skill-building. I enjoy collaborating with instructors, vendors, and learners to create projects that support emotional well-being and cognitive development.

Evelin Cecilia de la Portilla

I'm a freelance artist and art instructor seeking a creative position, where I can use my skills to instill art appreciation and promote creativity and open-mindedness. Based in Miami, I have experience teaching art to a range of ages and coordinating educational programs, with a focus on hands-on creativity and practical skill-building. I enjoy collaborating with instructors, vendors, and learners to create projects that support emotional well-being and cognitive development.

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I’m a freelance artist and art instructor seeking a creative position, where I can use my skills to instill art appreciation and promote creativity and open-mindedness. Based in Miami, I have experience teaching art to a range of ages and coordinating educational programs, with a focus on hands-on creativity and practical skill-building. I enjoy collaborating with instructors, vendors, and learners to create projects that support emotional well-being and cognitive development.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Artist at Art Production Studio
October 1, 2024 - Present
Freelance artist creating art for clients in Miami, collaborating with instructors and vendors on multi-disciplinary projects and supporting recreation and leisure programs.
Art Program Coordinator at Miami Dade College
September 1, 2023 - Present
Overseeing the delivery of recreation and leisure courses and programs; collaborating with instructors, vendors, and freelance professionals to run art-related initiatives.
Freelance Artist at Clay World
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Teaching clay creation to children ages 5-12, guiding projects, and encouraging creative exploration to support cognitive and motor skill development.
Art Instructor at School of Continuing Education, Miami Dade College
June 1, 2021 - June 1, 2023
Teaching painting and drawing fundamentals; leading art projects and helping adult learners improve craft using professional techniques.
Research Assistant at UCF English Department
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Supported digitization efforts of Johnson’s Dictionary Online, including proofreading, XML editing, and beta testing the website at different stages.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Emerging Media at University of Central Florida
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Associate in Arts Degree (Computer Arts Animation) at Miami Dade College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education