Hi, I'm Maddy Djuk, a passionate and creative fine arts student focusing on 2D and textile design at Parsons School of Design in New York City. I have hands-on experience with fiber arts techniques such as hand knitting, machine knitting, crochet, and weaving. I love using Adobe Suite tools to bring my design ideas to life and have worked in various creative and customer-facing roles, from teaching textile arts to managing store operations. Throughout my journey, I have been dedicated to merging traditional and digital design practices, helping brands build their identities and crafting beautiful textile and art pieces. I'm enthusiastic about collaborating with others to create meaningful and innovative art experiences while continuing to grow and sharpen my skills in the design and photography fields.

Hi, I'm Maddy Djuk, a passionate and creative fine arts student focusing on 2D and textile design at Parsons School of Design in New York City. I have hands-on experience with fiber arts techniques such as hand knitting, machine knitting, crochet, and weaving. I love using Adobe Suite tools to bring my design ideas to life and have worked in various creative and customer-facing roles, from teaching textile arts to managing store operations. Throughout my journey, I have been dedicated to merging traditional and digital design practices, helping brands build their identities and crafting beautiful textile and art pieces. I'm enthusiastic about collaborating with others to create meaningful and innovative art experiences while continuing to grow and sharpen my skills in the design and photography fields.

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Hi, I’m Maddy Djuk, a passionate and creative fine arts student focusing on 2D and textile design at Parsons School of Design in New York City. I have hands-on experience with fiber arts techniques such as hand knitting, machine knitting, crochet, and weaving. I love using Adobe Suite tools to bring my design ideas to life and have worked in various creative and customer-facing roles, from teaching textile arts to managing store operations.

Throughout my journey, I have been dedicated to merging traditional and digital design practices, helping brands build their identities and crafting beautiful textile and art pieces. I’m enthusiastic about collaborating with others to create meaningful and innovative art experiences while continuing to grow and sharpen my skills in the design and photography fields.

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Work Experience

Work Exchange at The Textile Arts Center
August 31, 2024 - August 28, 2025
Taught open studio members how to use flatbed knit machines including private lessons, performed general administrative tasks such as answering phones and assisting studio maintenance, helped set up classes, cleaned and closed studio spaces after sessions, and supported instructors during classes.
Seasonal Staff at LCBO
August 31, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Monitored product quantities on shelves, stocked and organized shipments, operated cashier and POS systems efficiently, opened and closed the store, maintained store cleanliness, and set up special product displays and seasonal endcaps.
Crochet Assistant at Hotpot Variety
December 31, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Assisted with reading textile and crochet patterns, produced products, helped create pieces for brand launches, collaborated on new designs and brand collaborations, and contributed to production of items sold online and in-store.
Freelance Photographer and Designer at Self-employed
December 31, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Photographed thesis design collections, created brand identities for small businesses using Adobe Suite, edited final photographs, designed logos and social media posts, and created websites using both analog and digital tools.
Model at Icon Model Management
January 31, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Participated in photoshoots and campaigns for designers and brands including commercial and editorial work, collaborated with creative directors to achieve shared visions for campaigns.
Front Desk Staff at Barre Life Studios
August 31, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Managed client check-ins, performed front desk and studio cleaning duties, developed client relationships, handled opening and closing including laundry and alarm setting, sold items and classes using POS systems, and oversaw private lessons and equipment maintenance.
General On-site Assistant and Model at Abby Gaskin
January 31, 2020 - August 28, 2025
Assisted with gathering and preparing garments for final thesis shoot, collaborated closely with creative directors and photographers to ensure shared vision for campaign and final images.
Lacrosse Coach at Oakville Women's Lacrosse Association
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Planned and oversaw weekly lacrosse practices, games, and clinics.

Education

BFA - Fine Arts at Parsons School of Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
OSSD Highschool Diploma with Honours at Appleby College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Dean’s BFA Scholarship, The New School
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

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