Hi, I'm Samael Hanein-Chagoury, an Illustration major at Ringling College of Art and Design with a strong focus on visual development. I've nurtured my passion for digital and traditional art through both study and hands-on experience, helping others learn and grow creatively along the way. My work spans from teaching digital illustration techniques to collaborating on commercial design projects, and I thrive in creative leadership roles. Throughout my time at Ringling, I've held several roles including Digital Illustration Teaching Assistant and Creative Director for Teens United, where I managed large teams and crafted promotional materials. As a Resident Assistant, I also honed my organizational and community-building skills. I'm excited to continue combining my artistic talents with leadership in creative and educational environments.…

Samael Hanein-Chagoury

Hi, I'm Samael Hanein-Chagoury, an Illustration major at Ringling College of Art and Design with a strong focus on visual development. I've nurtured my passion for digital and traditional art through both study and hands-on experience, helping others learn and grow creatively along the way. My work spans from teaching digital illustration techniques to collaborating on commercial design projects, and I thrive in creative leadership roles. Throughout my time at Ringling, I've held several roles including Digital Illustration Teaching Assistant and Creative Director for Teens United, where I managed large teams and crafted promotional materials. As a Resident Assistant, I also honed my organizational and community-building skills. I'm excited to continue combining my artistic talents with leadership in creative and educational environments.…

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Hi, I’m Samael Hanein-Chagoury, an Illustration major at Ringling College of Art and Design with a strong focus on visual development. I’ve nurtured my passion for digital and traditional art through both study and hands-on experience, helping others learn and grow creatively along the way. My work spans from teaching digital illustration techniques to collaborating on commercial design projects, and I thrive in creative leadership roles.

Throughout my time at Ringling, I’ve held several roles including Digital Illustration Teaching Assistant and Creative Director for Teens United, where I managed large teams and crafted promotional materials. As a Resident Assistant, I also honed my organizational and community-building skills. I’m excited to continue combining my artistic talents with leadership in creative and educational environments.

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Digital Illustration Teaching Assistant at Ringling College of Art and Design
July 31, 2024 - August 9, 2025
Assisted the professor in delivering engaging digital art lessons to high school students, fostering a creative learning environment. Taught fundamental and advanced digital art techniques including drawing and design principles, and facilitated training on Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to help students master professional-quality digital artwork.
Perspective Drawing Tutor at Ringling College of Art and Design
December 1, 2024 - August 9, 2025
Provided critiques and collaborated positively with students to help them improve their perspective drawings, ensuring understanding without personal criticism.
Designer - Kohls Design Workshop at Ringling College of Art and Design
February 28, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Collaborated with design team members to produce mock-ups for dining set designs. Utilized Adobe Photoshop for developing designs and Adobe Illustrator for vector art. Delivered multiple design iterations by applying critiques to finalize marketable products.
Creative Director at Teens United
April 30, 2021 - August 9, 2025
Started as a volunteer creating promotional materials and was promoted to lead the creative department. Managed a team of 40 artists, closely coordinated with other team leaders to produce event-related graphics and redesigned logos and banners for social media.
Resident Assistant at Ringling College of Art and Design
May 1, 2025 - August 9, 2025
Developed community programs and events for new students, handled crisis situations including roommate conflicts and emergencies, responded to inquiries from students, parents, and faculty, and implemented interactive bulletin boards and residence hall activities.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Ringling College of Art and Design
December 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Dean’s Scholarship to Ringling College of Art and Design
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Best of Ringling Honorable Mention for "Red Riding Hood"
January 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Society of Illustrators 2023 Nancy Lee Rhodes Roberts Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Ringling College of Art and Design Mentor Award
January 1, 2025 - August 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization