Jae Stewart
Toronto,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Youth Worker
D.L.C. Residential Services
03.2023 - Current
- Created a safe environment for children and youth 6-18yrs old who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, other Neurodevelopmental Disorders, and concurrent disorders
- Organized group activities to promote social skills development among youth participants in a fun yet structured environment.
- Supervised and instructed children and youth in life skills training, communication development, social interaction, and community integration
- Collaborated in a team approach with D.L.C staff members, parents, families and other professionals to ensure children and youth with autistism, intellectual and developmental disabilities receive self-sufficiency and learn independence.
Illustrator
Independant
07.2016 - 03.2023
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality illustrations within tight deadlines.
- Used oil and acrylic paints, watercolors and digital media to create art pieces.
- Produced computer-generated artwork to add depth and cohesiveness to technical journal.
- Boosted social media engagement for clients through eye-catching visual content creation.
- Developed a strong brand identity for clients through the creation of unique and memorable illustrations.
- Identified concepts and created sketches for paintings, sculptures and illustrations.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for new projects or campaigns.
- Applied artistic and illustrative techniques to print, electronic and mural development.
- Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
2D Coloring Artist
House Of Cool Inc.
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Collaborated with other animators to create coherent images within scenes.
- Created lifelike characters with appropriate textures, shadows and features.
- Assisted in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks and working efficiently under pressure.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through effective organization of digital assets, including layered files, color palettes, and reference materials.
- Maintained high standards of work quality while balancing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of each task.
- Combined technical and artistic abilities to accomplish challenging animation objectives.
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Art Instructor
Teachers To Go
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Continually updated personal knowledge of art education trends and techniques through conferences, workshops, or online courses to keep teaching methods relevant and effective.
- Developed art curriculum, maintained success strategy
- Instructed youth on life drawing, character development, perspective, environment design and value study
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
Graphic Designer
Joseph Nugucci
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media.
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Developed graphics and visual content for social media campaigns.
- Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs.
- Created motion graphics and video content for websites and applications.
- Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Developed infographics to better communicate complex data.
- Conceptualized unique logo designs for startups, establishing strong visual identities that resonated with target markets.
Education
Diploma - 2D Animation And Visual Development
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON04.2022
Diploma - Illustration
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON04.2020
Advanced Diploma - Graphic Design
George Brown College
Toronto, ON04.2016
Skills
- CPI Certified
- Microsoft Word
- First Aid and CPR certificate Level C
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Life Skills Coaching
- Social Skills Training
- Excellent Communication
Accomplishments
- CYW Annual Award for Part Time Rookie Of The Year 2023
Languages
English
Full Professional
Software
Adobe Creative Suite
Procreate
Toon Boom Harmony
Microsoft Office
Social Media
Timeline
Child and Youth Worker
D.L.C. Residential Services
03.2023 - Current
2D Coloring Artist
House Of Cool Inc.
06.2022 - 12.2022
Art Instructor
Teachers To Go
05.2022 - 12.2022
Illustrator
Independant
07.2016 - 03.2023
Graphic Designer
Joseph Nugucci
06.2016 - 04.2017
Diploma - 2D Animation And Visual Development
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Diploma - Illustration
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Advanced Diploma - Graphic Design
George Brown College
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