Experience Summary
Designer /creative consultant whose talent in the areas of print collateral, branding & identity, typography, illustration, photography, writing and music design and promotion, span over a combined 15 years. Extensive experience with non-profits, with a focus on team leadership, direction, management and promotions, as well as the creation and design of a vast library of templates for work flow processes, and a strong working understanding of online social media outlets and marketing. Superior work performance, strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
Teaching Style
I am passionate about what I teach and know and like to share that with clients or anyone who is interested in learning and gaining a new experience based on a strong foundation of education and a hands on visual teaching style, that allows one to really explore what they are learning with enjoyment, while refining their knowledge and skill.
My Hobbies
Design, Photography Arts, Crafts, Writing, Volunteering, Organizing, Music/Performance
Other Comments
I'm a professional graphic designer that works from her at home studio. I have been working in design for many years. I have a Bachelors in Graphic Design with a writing/photography (Journalism) and music artist management/development background. I continue to work with a variety of clients as a contractor (from small startups/individuals to corporate such as Memorial Hermann). You can see some of my portfolio:
http://mamasoto.prosite.com/
| Biology |
Proficiency: Experienced
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| A favorite subject, I excelled in Science, with Biology being my top subject. I was enrolled in advanced Biology and took numerous Biology courses in my earlier college years as I was initially interested in studying medicine. I am continually reading and learning new things in science/biology. This is a subject I am very comfortable in and am able to help you with. |
| Communications |
 This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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| Journalism background with strong writing, communications skills and extensive experience working /leading various non-profit organizations, working with both individuals and groups, planning agendas/ team leadership seminars, writing minutes, giving reports and presiding over meetings of anywhere from 5-100 people. |
| Creative Writing |
Proficiency: Experienced
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| I have been writing since I was a child and extended that love of writing into poetry, musical lyrics and eventually a desire to go pursue writing and study it in jr. college and the Univ. of Texas School of Communications (Journalism). While I have a keen understanding of journalistic writing that follows style-book guidelines, my preferences and style of writing is more on the creative end and I'd be happy to help you with feedback while we work explore and perfect your creative writing process as well. |
| Graphic Design |
This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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| Graphic design freelancer for well over 13 years with an extensive understanding of the design/print process, typography, the online design environment, music design promotion (EPKs Onesheets, EP design promo etc..), and a writing and photography background that adds to the overall custom design and quality. Started at home design studio Mamasoto Design & Media in 2007. Have tutored many HS school students, college students and music artists in graphic design basics and Ps (Photoshop), Ai (Illustrator) and ID (InDesign) to name a few. |
| Poetry |
Proficiency: Experienced
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| Writing since childhood, poetry has been a creative writing outlet I cannot live without. My mother is a published poet (Spanish)and it is something I have practiced for many years. I am also a singer/songwriter - this poetry experience helps me in my composition of lyrics and my creative writing as well. I have a background in writing having studied journalism for several years and am currently working on publishing some of my work. |
| Resume Writing |
Proficiency: Experienced
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| Journalism /design background with strong writing, communications skills. Experience in marketing and self-promotion, serving as an artist general manager for musicians, giving me a good understanding of the overall writing and presentation necessary for a good resume, cover letter etc... |