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Hi, I’m Ana Baroso Xavier, a passionate visual artist and educator from Portugal. With a background in painting and artistic illustration, I have honed my skills through various freelancing projects and teaching roles over the years. I love bringing creativity to life through illustration, animation, and community art projects.
I also have experience working as an administrative assistant and managing social media and events, which has enriched my organizational and communication skills. I’m always eager to learn and improve, bringing enthusiasm and dedication to every project I undertake.
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Language
Portuguese
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English
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Work Experience
Administrative Assistant at Óbidos Dance Association
December 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025Responsible for customer service, social media management, event management, accounting, and content creation.
Freelancer and Teacher - Visual Arts at Espaço Ó Association - Community Activation
June 30, 2023 - July 15, 2025Freelance visual arts teacher and community activator.
Art Teacher at Centro Cultural Regional de Santarém
March 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025Taught art classes at the Centro Cultural Regional de Santarém.
Illustration Freelancer at Self-employed
July 31, 2021 - July 15, 2025"Ceres" was a creative hub where individual and collective artistic projects were developed. This position allowed artistic growth and community engagement among artists from diverse backgrounds.
Assistant Prosecutor at On Spot Net
September 30, 2016 - July 15, 2025Distributed Gillette product samples.
Shop Assistant at Boutique Chocolate e Ginja D’Óbidos
March 31, 2016 - July 15, 2025Assisted customers and managed shop duties in a boutique retail environment.
Waitress at Java Classic Caffe
August 31, 2015 - July 15, 2025Provided food and beverage service to customers.
Intern - 2D Animation at Rita Cruchinho
June 30, 2014 - July 15, 2025Participated in the professional production of an animated short film that won a competition funded by the ICA Institute.
Administrative Assistant at Óbidos Dance Association
December 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025Provided customer service, managed social media and event organization, handled accounting duties, and created content to support the association's activities.
Freelancer and Teacher - Visual Arts at Espaço Ó Association - Community Activation
June 30, 2023 - July 15, 2025Worked freelance as an illustrator and visual arts teacher, engaging in community activation projects through artistic education.
Art Teacher at Centro Cultural Regional de Santarém
March 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025Taught art classes and facilitated creative development for students at the cultural center.
Illustration Freelancer at Self-Employed (Atelier - Ceres)
July 31, 2021 - July 15, 2025"Ceres" was a creative hub where individual and collective artistic projects were developed; the experience allowed collaboration with diverse artists and significant artistic growth.
Assistant Prosecutor at On Spot Net
September 30, 2016 - July 15, 2025Handled the distribution of Gillette samples as part of promotional activities.
Shop Assistant at Boutique Chocolate e Ginja d'Óbidos
March 31, 2016 - July 15, 2025Provided customer assistance and sales support in the boutique shop.
Waitress at Java Classic Caffe
August 31, 2015 - July 15, 2025Delivered customer service and hospitality duties as a waitress.
Intern - 2D Animation at Rita Cruchinho
June 30, 2014 - July 15, 2025Completed a professional internship producing an animated short film, which won a competition funded by the ICA Institute.
Education
MASTER'S DEGREE IN TEACHING VISUAL ARTS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL at Lusófona University of Lisbon
October 1, 2020 - August 31, 2023INTERNSHIP - SUPERVISED TEACHING PRACTICE at Lusófona University of Lisbon
September 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022POSTGRADUATE DEGREE IN ARTISTIC ILLUSTRATION at Autónoma Academy of Lisbon
October 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017DEGREE IN PAINTING at Faculty of Fine Arts of the University of Lisbon
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2016Degree in Painting at Faculty of Fine Arts of the University of Lisbon
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2016Postgraduate Degree in Artistic Illustration at Autónoma Academy of Lisbon
October 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017Master's Degree in Teaching Visual Arts in Elementary School and High School at Lusófona University of Lisbon
October 1, 2020 - August 31, 2023Master's Degree at Lusófona University of Lisbon
October 1, 2020 - August 31, 2023Postgraduate Degree at Autónoma Academy of Lisbon
October 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017Degree at Faculty of Fine Arts of the University of Lisbon
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2016Qualifications
Driving Licence: B
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services
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