Madison Esquilin
Accokeek
Summary
Retail sales professional versed in product placement and merchandising. Extensive experience in inventory management and shipment processing.
Energetic and creative individual with passion for artistic expression and collaboration. Well-versed in art principles and digital design tools, demonstrating proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and 3D modeling software. Capable of delivering visually compelling artwork that enhances project goals and engages audiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Commission Artist
Self-employeed
08.2018 - Current
- Create fan art and personal sketches using color pencil, ink, and acrylic paint upon customer request
- Exhibit building at Maryland Veteran’s museum in Newburg, Md
- Create and paint wall designs to suit customer request
- Served as Art Instructor for online paint and sip parties during pandemic
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Sold original art pieces through online platforms, gallery exhibitions, and direct customer interactions, generating consistent revenue streams while maintaining an active artist presence within the community.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
- Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
- Created paintings, sculptures and illustrations for variety of exhibitions and shows.
Sales Associate
National Archives Foundation
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Featured Artist
Center for Visual & Performing Arts
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Displayed in Reginald F
- Lewis Museum of Art in honor of Romare Bearden dedication-2018
- Displayed at Gaylord National Harbor honoring Visual and Performing Arts-2020
- Organized studio space for maximum efficiency, enabling quicker turnaround times on projects and a more seamless creative process.
- Broadened scope of artistic influence by collaborating on public art installations or community-oriented projects that enriched cultural landscapes.
- Expanded art techniques by attending workshops, classes, and conferences to stay current on industry trends.
Education
Undergraduate, Bachelor - Fine Arts
College Southern Maryland
05.2025
Graduate - Center Visual & Performing Arts
Suitland High School
05.2020
Undergraduate - Illustration
School of Art Institute Chicago
05.2022
Skills
- Communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Acrylic Painting
- Sequential Art
- Proactive problem-solving
- Effective time management
- Strong visual storytelling
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Continuous skill improvement
- Expert color theory
Timeline
Sales Associate
National Archives Foundation
02.2024 - 06.2024
Commission Artist
Self-employeed
08.2018 - Current
Featured Artist
Center for Visual & Performing Arts
08.2017 - 05.2020
Graduate - Center Visual & Performing Arts
Suitland High School
Undergraduate - Illustration
School of Art Institute Chicago
Undergraduate, Bachelor - Fine Arts
College Southern Maryland
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