Painting, cooking, and hiking with my dogs
Janet Richard
Newberry
Summary
Driven graphic designer, highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator. Focus, empathy, and brainstorming are my superpowers. I have a background in education and am always expanding my skillset and sharing what I know with others.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Curriculum Designer & ESL Teacher
ReDefiners World Languages
01.2021 - Current
- Design effective learning materials for digital and print use, in line with ReDefiners Brand ethos
- Instruct English language courses (I used to work full-time in the Hillsborough county, now I am part-time and remote after relocation)
Graphic Designer
99 Designs
01.2019 - Current
- Design brand identities, book covers, and surfaces for clients in a variety of industries
- Carefully bring design briefs to life
- Implement feedback in a timely manner
Illustrator
SHEIN / ROMWE
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Created original illustrations and surface pattern designs for clothing and accessories
- Made work that harmonizes with trend and design direction
- Fit artwork to specific product dimensions
English Teacher
Whales English
02.2017 - 10.2021
- Instructed small groups of children in China in reading, speaking, and writing with a focus on creative and critical thinking.
- Mentored struggling readers to improve comprehension through tailored support and encouragement.
- Fostered a love for reading and English as a second language.
- Facilitated student-led discussions, encouraging critical thinking and effective communication skills.
Business English Teacher
Education First
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom.
- Managed classroom effectively, ensuring a smooth and focused learning environment for all students.
Education
Graphic Design
Rhode Island School of Design
02.2025
Certificate - Integrated Marketing Communications
COURSERA
Remote05-2023
B.A. - Social Science
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2016
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Indesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom
- GIFs & Motion Design
- Wordpress
- Procreate
- Pattern Design
- Instructional Design
- Digital Photography
- Branding
- Painting
- Drawing
Accomplishments
TESOL International Convention Speaker | 2024 | Cuisenaire Rods: Multisensory Teaching Tools
Feature | The 7 Most Inspiring Book Cover Trends of 2023
https://99designs.com/blog/trends/book-cover-design-trends/
Certification
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults
Interests
Timeline
Curriculum Designer & ESL Teacher
ReDefiners World Languages
01.2021 - Current
Illustrator
SHEIN / ROMWE
01.2021 - 01.2023
Graphic Designer
99 Designs
01.2019 - Current
English Teacher
Whales English
02.2017 - 10.2021
Business English Teacher
Education First
01.2016 - 01.2018
Graphic Design
Rhode Island School of Design
Certificate - Integrated Marketing Communications
COURSERA
B.A. - Social Science
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
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