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My name is Liana and I am a Chicago based illustrator. I think my bold fun style would be perfect for this project!
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Language
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Work Experience
Art Teacher at Chicago Public Schools
August 1, 2012 - PresentCreated intuitive, accessible instructional materials tailored to diverse learners, applying layout and visual hierarchy principles using Google Suite tools. Led the creation of branded templates adopted schoolwide, improving clarity and visual consistency. Coordinated student participation in local and national exhibitions and competitions, managing communication, scheduling, and deliverables for over 150 students. Designed visual aids, digital presentations, and printed materials for classroom instruction and exhibition, utilizing Adobe and Figma.
Freelance Illustrator and Designer
January 1, 2020 - PresentDesigned logos, social media assets, print collateral, and merchandise for small businesses and creative clients using Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. Managed projects from concept to delivery, coordinating timelines, revisions, and feedback. Collaborated with a branding agency to develop on-brand assets across logo suites, product packaging, and presentation materials. Prepared print-ready files and optimized digital assets for multi-platform use, ensuring visual consistency across touchpoints.
Teaching Artist at Marwen
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019Collaborated with teaching teams to design and pilot five new visual arts courses aligned with student interests and organizational goals.
Art Teacher at Chicago Public Schools – Lane Tech High School
August 1, 2012 - PresentFacilitated training and developed curriculum aligned with educational standards, including establishing a new student program that tripled enrollment to over 150 students in three years. Designed a model for organizing curriculum and a template used by a staff of over 250. Created customized presentation decks in Google Slides and Figma.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Visual Art Education at DePaul University
January 1, 2011 - December 19, 202515-week User Experience and User Interface Bootcamp at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025B.A., Secondary Visual Art Education at DePaul University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011Qualifications
Continuing Education Certificate: Graphic Design Skills
January 11, 2030 - December 19, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other
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