ANDREA GARCIA
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Artist specializing in painting, jewelry, and digital media, with a strong eye for visual identity and cohesive brand direction. Combines a well-rounded background and hands-on creative experience to support brand production and daily operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales and Studio Associate
Goldpoint Jewelry
Brooklyn, NY
02.2023 - Current
- Drive sales of engagement, wedding, and everyday jewelry via client relations
- Support production by sourcing stones and sketching designs for clients
- Assist in administrative tasks such as answering emails, taking inventory, packaging and order fulfillment, and managing price sheets
- Execute creative tasks such as photographing products for website and designing window displays
- Create a welcoming atmosphere and maintain store appearance
Artist
Freelance
01.2016 - Current
- Design and create custom art and jewelry, translating client ideas into personalized pieces
- Sell handmade jewelry and prints of artwork at local markets and online
- Collaborated with local artists to design and execute large-scale murals in public schools and community spaces, enriching community engagement through art
Painting Assistant
Dustin Yellin Studio
Brooklyn, NY
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Contributed to the creation of large-scale glass sculptures by painting and collaging on 72-inch glass panels
- Collaborated with a team of assistants to execute complex artworks
- Mixed paints and prepared surfaces according to project specifications
Docent
Waterfall Mansion and Gallery
New York, NY
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Led guided tours for small groups, communicating the gallery's mission
- Developed a strong understanding of artworks to clearly present them
- Created an inviting visitor experience aligned with the gallery's tone
Education
BFA - Painting
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn05-2022
Skills
Creative
- Painting and drawing
- Jewelry design and fabrication
- Product photography
- Sewing and tailoring
Digital
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Procreate
- Capcut
- Social media
Operational
- Shopify management
- Google workspace
- Project management tools
Additional
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
Awards
- Best in Show, Broward Art Guild, 2020
- Pratt Presidential Merit Scholarship, Pratt Institute, 2017
- Top 10, Blick Art Materials 'Celebrating Art' Competition, 2017
- 4th place, Congressional Art Show, 2016
- Silver Key, Scholastics Art Showcase, 2016
- Honorable Mention, Scholastics Art Showcase, 2016
- 2nd place, Young at Art Festival, 2016
Timeline
Painting Assistant
Dustin Yellin Studio
07.2023 - 04.2024
Sales and Studio Associate
Goldpoint Jewelry
02.2023 - Current
Docent
Waterfall Mansion and Gallery
05.2022 - 08.2022
Artist
Freelance
01.2016 - Current
BFA - Painting
Pratt Institute