MARIA A. SANCHEZ
Paterson,USA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Illustrator
INAGREAT
Paterson, NJ
03.2025 - Current
- Generated concept art and storyboards based on client briefs.
- Transformed rough sketches into full-color illustrations that met client expectations.
- Revised artwork based on client feedback.
Student Engagement Assistant/Clubs & Organizations
Passaic County Community Collage
Paterson, NJ
01.2024 - Current
- Supported student clubs and organizations across multiple campuses with registration, compliance, event planning, and documentation.
- Organized campus-wide events and engagement programs in collaboration with the Student Government Association and other departments.
- Managed club communications and shared drives, maintaining accurate audit records each semester.
- Assisted with event promotion and supported logistics for major college events, including commencement and open houses.
- Provided administrative support for daily office operations, including front desk coverage.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for events, ensuring seamless execution and participant engagement.
- Coordinated administrative tasks to support departmental operations and enhance workflow efficiency.
Community & Civic Engagement Coordinator
Passaic County Community Collage
Paterson, NJ
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Coordinated campus-wide service events and civic engagement initiatives with student groups and departments.
- Created promotional materials and managed social media to support student participation.
- Maintained records of student involvement and partner contacts.
- Provided administrative support, including scheduling and event logistics.
- Developed community outreach programs to enhance civic engagement and participation.
Graphic Designer
Urban Enterprise Zone
Passaic, NJ
02.2020 - 10.2023
- Created promotional materials such as logos, flyers, t-shirt designs, banners, and postcards to support local business visibility and branding.
- Collaborated with restaurants, food tour organizers, and social media teams to coordinate marketing strategies and amplify campaign reach.
- Provided hands-on event support including setup, guest check-in, and on-site coordination to ensure successful execution of community events.
Graphic Designer
INAGREAT
Paterson, NJ
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Illustrate and colored a children's book based on client drafts.
- Redesign business cards, incorporating updated information.
- Create custom icons for websites, enhancing their visual appeal and functionality.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Animation And Multimedia Art
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ05.2021
Skills
- Administrative skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Social media marketing
- Event coordination
- Promotional material design
- Microsoft office, SoftDocu and Informer 5
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Illustrator
INAGREAT
03.2025 - Current
Student Engagement Assistant/Clubs & Organizations
Passaic County Community Collage
01.2024 - Current
Community & Civic Engagement Coordinator
Passaic County Community Collage
09.2021 - 12.2023
Graphic Designer
Urban Enterprise Zone
02.2020 - 10.2023
Graphic Designer
INAGREAT
12.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
Passaic County Community College
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Animation And Multimedia Art
William Paterson University of New Jersey