Cayla Samano

Graphic Design:

• Created over 100 original, brand focused editorial and digital marketing ads every year
• Developed 6 to 10 creative designs monthly for print materials, banners and signs.
• Organized and scheduled props, clothes and models, web photographer and social media assistants for photoshoots
• Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs
• Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods

Visual Merchandising:

• Organized products weekly into new and exciting displays on sales floor.
• Merchandised and displayed products with high standards
• Educated clients and staff on outdoor technical wear and human needs

Brand Story:

• Concept, creation, photography, photo editing, graphic design for ads.
• Collaborated with content and marketing team to confirm design compliance with brand guidelines.
• Designed creative digital displays used in online advertising for local businesses.

• Facilitated group and individualized learning for classes 15-25 undergraduate students
• Organized drawing curriculum around NASAD accreditation benchmarks
• Facilitated development of understanding in 2D composition, drawing skills and techniques
• Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
• Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
• Created and delivered lessons through distance, virtual and face-to-face learning and fulfilled requirements of district's curriculum program.
• Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support
• Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans

• Managed over 100 students daily and weekly in project development, including equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
• Created and implemented eight concurrent art curriculums in compliance with Michigan Education Standards for k-8 students.
• Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
• Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.

• MFA Studio Thesis Project “The Night Room:” Miniature Narrative Set designs created from cut paper, acrylic paint and watercolor, photographed, digitally altered and presented as a 24"x14" printed book.
• MFA Costume Design: “Fear of the Dark:” 60 lbs. of Wool Roving, 3D printed skull 30x13 inches, yarn, acrylic paint
• Dean's List (2020-2022)
• Honor Roll (2020-2022
• Dorothy Lamming Endowed Scholarship Recipient

• Cesar Chavez Scholarship Recipient 2004
• Student Teaching. Milford, MI
• Study Abroad: (Greece and the Trojan War) Greece 2004

Silver Award: Drawing 2002

Silver Award: Drawing 2004