Experience

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  King's College, The British School of Madrid

  • Spain

  • International Teacher in Visual Art, IBDP and A Level Curriculum

    • Sep 2023 - Present
    • Spain
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  International Bachelorette

  • International Bachelorette (IBDP) Visual Art Examiner

    • Apr 2017 - Present

    As an IB Visual Arts Examiner, I assess student artworks, provide feedback, and assign grades based on IB criteria. I have a thorough understanding of the curriculum and assessment standards to ensure a fair evaluation. I have worked as an examiner for all AI including Exhibition, Process Portfol...

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  American International School Chennai, India

  • Chennai, India

  • International Educator, IBDP, 2D and 3D Art, and Digital Media

    • Jul 2019 - Jun 2022
    • Chennai, India

    As a High School International Teacher in Secondary Visual Art and IBDP Program at the American International School in Chennai, India, I led the IBDP Visual Art curriculum and supported students in exploring their personal interests and thematic focus directions using a student-centered approach...

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  Beijing National Day School, China

  • Beijing, China

  • International Educator, Contemporary Art, IBDP, Digital Media and Photography

    • Aug 2017 - Jul 2019
    • Beijing, China

    As an International Educator at Beijing National Day School in China, I directed the IBDP Visual Art curriculum, and pioneered programs in digital technology, photography, and mentored students with applications for art schools abroad. I successfully guided students to meet rigorous criteria and ...

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  School of the Art Institute of Chicago

  • Chicago

  • Adjunct, Contemporary Practices & Continuing Studies / Hire Education

    • Jun 2012 - May 2018
    • Chicago

    As a Lecturer in Contemporary Practices & Continuing Studies at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, I taught and developed curricula for a range of courses including CORE Studio Foundations, and RESEARCH 1 & 2 with a focus on research skills to inform and support critical and conc...

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  CONTEXT TOURS

  • Chicago

  • Docent and Academic Guide for Context Tours

    • May 2015 - Jun 2017
    • Chicago

    During my time as a Docent and Academic Guide for Context Tours, I was responsible for leading customized academic tours focused on public art, culture, history, and the contemporary art scene in public art in Chicago. I had the opportunity to share my love of Chicago's vibrant art scene and ...

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  CHIARTS

  • Chicago, Illinois, United States

  • CHIARTS - Chicago Academy for the Arts

    • Aug 2010 - Jul 2012
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States

    As a Teaching Artist for the Visual Arts Program at CHIARTS - Chicago Academy for the Arts, I had the opportunity to engage with talented Chicago urban students in a rigorous learning environment with a focus on introducing foundational skills in drawing and painting, as well as developing and te...

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  Morraine Valley Community College

  • Chicago metropolitan area, United States

  • Adjunct Instructor for Visual Arts Program / Higher Education

    • Aug 2009 - Aug 2011
    • Chicago metropolitan area, United States

    As an Adjunct Instructor for the Visual Arts Program I taught Painting 1 and 2 courses as well as the Drawing Foundations course. In these classes, I utilized my extensive experience in the field of visual arts to guide students through the fundamental principles of painting and drawing through i...

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  Carsello Creative

  • Greater Chicago Area

  • Managing Partner, Creative Director

    • Jan 1993 - Jan 2010
    • Greater Chicago Area

    As the Owner and Creative Director of Carsello Creative, located in Chicago, IL, I spearheaded an innovative visual communications business with a focus on pushing the boundaries of contemporary design for campaigns, special event marketing, and design direction for publications and collateral wo...

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  Connect Time Publication

  • Chicago

  • Creative Director

    • Aug 1989 - Aug 1991
    • Chicago

    As a Creative Director at Connect Time Publication, I was responsible for initiating and art directing the design for a weekly technology publication. My duties included managing layout and design, purchasing illustrations and photo shoots, and working closely with the editor to make editorial la...

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  Chicago Tribune

  • Chicago

  • Designer, Art Director

    • Jun 1986 - Aug 1989
    • Chicago

    In three years, I advanced from an Intern to Designer and Art Director at the Chicago Tribune. In this role, I was responsible for developing weekly editorial scopes and objectives for the editor and staff, as well as designing and providing conceptual and editorial direction for the weekly STYLE...