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I’m an Austin-based content creator, novelist (rep. by Trident Media Group), and poet (Frontier Poetry, Stirring, more) with an MFA in writing (NYU) and an artistic eye for visual narrative. As the founder of SYLVdesigns, I create reels that blend strategy with high-level aesthetics, including a reel that has reached 840K+ views and continues to grow. I approach short-form video as a kind of compressed novel that moves like a poem. My videopoem “Now, the Living” (2026) received an Honorable Mention from the Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival in the experimental film category.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Language
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Owner at SYLVdesigns, LLC
September 1, 2025 - PresentFounded and manage a jewelry brand focused on accessible luxury. Oversee design development, vendor coordination, inventory tracking, and order fulfillment. Manage client communication, digital storefront operations, and financial recordkeeping. Produce product photography, written descriptions, and social media content. Maintain professional responsiveness across email, e-commerce, and social platforms.
Independent Writer + Long-form Project Developer (Freelance) at Freelance
June 1, 2010 - PresentDeveloped long-form manuscripts and research-driven projects requiring sustained focus and structural planning. Served as Spanish–English translation checker for published works, ensuring linguistic accuracy and fidelity of voice. Collaborated with editors, translators, and academic presses on bilingual and cross-cultural publications. Managed multi-year projects alongside teaching, service industry work, and graduate study.
Behavioral Health Technician at BlueSprig
September 1, 2024 - March 1, 2026Communicate structured behavioral protocols between clinicians, parents, and students. Maintain precise documentation of goals, progress, and compliance data. Operate within regulated frameworks requiring accuracy, consistency, and discretion. Support interdisciplinary teams in high-accountability environments.
English as a Second Language Instructor at Campus Education
October 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024Designed curricula for adult English learners across professional and academic contexts. Adapted instruction for varying fluency levels and learning goals. Emphasized clarity, tone, and audience-specific communication.
Hospitality + Client Services Roles at Various (New York)
August 1, 2013 - August 1, 2019Worked in high-volume, client-facing restaurants while completing graduate degrees and independent writing projects. Coordinated private events and managed guest communications. Maintained long-term client and vendor relationships. Developed multitasking, time management, and team coordination skills.
ELA Teacher at New York City Department of Education
August 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017Delivered English instruction to multilingual student populations. Adapted curriculum for linguistic and cultural diversity. Maintained compliance with institutional standards and reporting requirements.
Graduate Lecturer + Language Lab Coach at CELSA Paris-Sorbonne
September 1, 2014 - July 1, 2015Taught graduate-level research methods and academic writing in English. Coached students in English and Spanish with emphasis on precision and professional register. Served on admissions jury evaluating candidates’ language readiness.
Education
MFA in Writing at New York University
January 1, 2013 - June 1, 2016MA in Literature at Texas State University
August 1, 2008 - December 1, 2011BA in Liberal Arts at The University of Texas at San Antonio
August 1, 2003 - December 1, 2008Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare
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