I'm Alyson Moss Armstead, a Jamaican American illustrator and content creator based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I’ve loved art since I was a kid and have freelance experience spanning over ten years, focusing on character design and food illustration. I also showcase my work at anime conventions and art events, so keep an eye out for me at those gatherings. I am open to relocation and authorized to work in the US. I enjoy collaborating with clients to bring ideas to life and sharing my process with others through workshops, social media, and portfolio pieces.

Alyson (Moss) Armstead

I'm Alyson Moss Armstead, a Jamaican American illustrator and content creator based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I’ve loved art since I was a kid and have freelance experience spanning over ten years, focusing on character design and food illustration. I also showcase my work at anime conventions and art events, so keep an eye out for me at those gatherings. I am open to relocation and authorized to work in the US. I enjoy collaborating with clients to bring ideas to life and sharing my process with others through workshops, social media, and portfolio pieces.

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I’m Alyson Moss Armstead, a Jamaican American illustrator and content creator based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I’ve loved art since I was a kid and have freelance experience spanning over ten years, focusing on character design and food illustration. I also showcase my work at anime conventions and art events, so keep an eye out for me at those gatherings.

I am open to relocation and authorized to work in the US. I enjoy collaborating with clients to bring ideas to life and sharing my process with others through workshops, social media, and portfolio pieces.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Artist/Illustrator at Self-employed
November 1, 2016 - Present
Combining hand-drawing and painting with digital media to create complete illustrations; refining designs with illustration software; using various colors, graphics and effects to better convey each concept.
Baker at Snapdragon Hemp
August 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Measuring and combining ingredients according to company recipes; using mixers, blenders, heat sources, and other equipment to make baked goods; packaging baked good products; testing ingredients and finished goods for food safety and quality; logging ingredients; cleaning and restocking workstations; operating ovens and all related machinery.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Hemp Rolls
May 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Working with clients to understand the desired output, creating design briefs and deliverables; designing brand and communication collateral across digital and print; pitching ideas; revising designs; creating designs by hand or with computer software; collaborating within brand guidelines and design systems; contributing creative solutions within a team.
Sales Associate at Spencer's
October 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Greeted customers; assisted an average of many customers per day; answered questions; communicated with customers over the phone; resolved complaints; processed transactions.
Barista at Starbucks
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Preparing and serving hot and cold drinks; cleaning and sanitizing work areas, utensils, and equipment; describes menu items and suggests products; servicing customers and taking orders; managing stock and payments.
Bookstore Associate at Follett Higher Education Group
January 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Assisting with daily bookstore operations including opening/closing, cash handling, reporting, merchandising, stocking; inventory support; assets protection; flexible scheduling.

Education

Mass Communications (College Degree) at Full Sail University
August 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020

Qualifications

Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Education, Professional Services