Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Google Sketchup and procreate
A. Demetrius Felder
Muralist
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Expert Muralist with a solid eight year history of achievements in the art industry. Competent in designing and executing high-end art projects. Experienced in the production of large community projects and performing community outreach, with exceptional team commitment and strong attention to detail. Thorough understanding of the techniques and equipment used to complete intricate mural projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Painter
Colossal Media Group
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
- Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship within established timelines.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Safely operated lifts, scaffolding, and ladders to complete large-scale jobs efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Lead Teaching Artist
Groundswell Community Mural Project
06.2016 - 12.2021
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Organized and led field trips to local art galleries and museums to enrich curriculum and student experience.
- Designed murals that incorporated community values, promoting social awareness and positive change through art.
- Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
- Cultivated positive relationships with community organizations, securing resources for extracurricular programs that enriched students'' learning experiences beyond the classroom walls.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Produced sketches and drafts to refine artwork before completion.
- Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Helped artwork meet standards of quality and accuracy.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Advocated for arts integration within the curriculum, leading workshops for fellow teachers on how to incorporate creative elements into everyday lessons.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with strong rapport-building and communication skills.
- Assisted in development of student portfolios for college and scholarship applications.
- Utilized digital techniques to create and enhance artwork.
- Mentored aspiring artists in the skills required to become successful muralists through workshops and one-on-one training sessions.
Muralist
Moulin Rouge
12.2021 - 12.2021
- Designed murals that incorporated community values, promoting social awareness and positive change through art.
- Maintained a safe and organized working environment while painting murals, reducing the risk of accidents or damage.
- Utilized various painting techniques and styles to create unique murals that catered to diverse clientele requests.
- Produced sketches and drafts to refine artwork before completion.
- Enhanced visual appeal of public spaces by creating eye-catching and meaningful murals.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
- Communicated effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members to ensure smooth project execution from concept development through completion.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Lead Teaching Artist
Creative Art Works
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Strengthened critical thinking skills by guiding students through the process of analyzing complex concepts within historical contexts or cultural perspectives.
- Designed murals that incorporated community values, promoting social awareness and positive change through art.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Established rapport with students by maintaining open lines of communication and demonstrating genuine interest in their progress.
- Utilized technology to create digital art and introduce students to new media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Promoted creativity by offering constructive feedback on student artwork, encouraging experimentation and growth in artistic expression.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lesson content, helping students make connections between academic subjects and everyday life experiences.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Mentored aspiring artists in the skills required to become successful muralists through workshops and one-on-one training sessions.
Muralist
Vans Off The Wall
11.2021 - 11.2021
- Designed murals that incorporated community values, promoting social awareness and positive change through art.
- Cut and measured materials for mural installations.
- Consistently received positive feedback from clients for excellent communication skills, artistic talent, professionalism, and ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Enhanced visual appeal of public spaces by creating eye-catching and meaningful murals.
- Provided consultation services for clients seeking guidance on mural themes, materials, budgets, and other project details.
- Communicated effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members to ensure smooth project execution from concept development through completion.
- Used oil and acrylic paints and digital media to create art pieces.
Muralist
Mastercard
09.2021 - 09.2021
- Selected and purchased materials for art projects.
- Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
- Completed mural projects within deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of artwork for clients.
- Developed concept sketches and detailed renderings for client approval before commencing the painting process.
- Maintained a safe and organized working environment while painting murals, reducing the risk of accidents or damage.
- Collaborated with clients to design custom murals, resulting in satisfied customers and increased referrals.
- Documented progress throughout each stage of the creative process by taking photos or videos—creating valuable content for marketing purposes such as social media and website updates.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Multimedia Illustrator
Bronx Brewery
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Contributed to successful ad campaigns by creating eye-catching visuals that effectively communicated brand messages.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create visually appealing promotional materials for various campaigns.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Designed custom logos and branding materials for clients, resulting in increased brand recognition and customer engagement.
Muralist
Adidas
10.2019 - 10.2019
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Communicated effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members to ensure smooth project execution from concept development through completion.
- Produced drawings and paintings for advertising campaigns and publications.
- Met aesthetic and technical criteria to complement design usability and enhance functionality with attractive layouts.
- Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
- Created concept designs and sketches to develop images and scenes.
- Established partnerships with local businesses to provide additional revenue streams through commissioned works or promotional murals featuring their products or services.
Education
Associate of Arts - Multimedia Illustrator
The Defense Information School/ Army
Baltimore, MD 05.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Digital Communications And Media
Katherine Gibbs Institute
Manhattan, NY 05.2001 -
Skills
- OSHA Compliance
Fine Art Knowledge
Commercial Painting
Oil Painting Techniques
Indoor and Outdoor Painting
Teamwork and Collaboration
Team building
Scaffold building
Computer literate
OSHA Compliance
Accomplishments
- Painted a 73 foot long mural to celebrate World Pride and the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall riots in 1969, and commissioned by The Howard Hughes Corporation.
- The Artist-In-Residence Program at Groundswell invites artists to engage with a specific theme that allows them to connect to a greater community of resistance, solidarity, and critical love, while directly addressing the need for free and accessible studio space in New York City.
- Featured artist on their Up and Comers series beer “Everyday Hustle”
- In late 2017 I was recommended to The Bronx Brewery for their “Up and Comers” Series
- In mid 2018 I was contracted by The Bronx Brewery to design an original image for a new Beer called Everyday Hustle.
- In 2019 the Beer will hit stores
- Won for “Black Suit”, the first comic book project to ever win the award
Others built New York, Black Gotham walking tours, South street seaport New York, Ny 2019
http://blackgotham.com/others-built-new-york/
2017 recipient of Groundswell's Artist-in-Residence
Bronx Brewery 2018
COAHSI Staten Island Grant for Public Art 2003
Software
Certification
40 Hour SST, or the NYC SST 40 card
Timeline
40 Hour SST, or the NYC SST 40 card
12-2024
Muralist
Moulin Rouge
12.2021 - 12.2021
Muralist
Vans Off The Wall
11.2021 - 11.2021
Painter
Colossal Media Group
10.2021 - 04.2024
Muralist
Mastercard
09.2021 - 09.2021
Muralist
Adidas
10.2019 - 10.2019
Lead Teaching Artist
Creative Art Works
06.2019 - 11.2021
Multimedia Illustrator
Bronx Brewery
01.2019 - 11.2019
Lead Teaching Artist
Groundswell Community Mural Project
06.2016 - 12.2021
Associate of Arts - Multimedia Illustrator
The Defense Information School/ Army
05.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Digital Communications And Media
Katherine Gibbs Institute
05.2001 -
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