Sarah Yasmin Neil
New York City,New York
Summary
A dedicated and creative professional with a strong foundation in art, fashion, and design, blending a background in neuropsychology, fine arts and illustration with hands-on experience in creative leadership. Known for cultivating meaningful client relationships and leading successful projects across fashion and wellness sectors. As an avid runner and community organizer, I bring energy, discipline, and a commitment to continuous improvement to every role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Illustrator and Designer
Freelance Illustrator and Designer
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered design and marketing results for 20+ clients, including The New York Times, FCTRY Lab, and Fred Segal
- Created and executed textile and fashion projects, building strong vendor and client relations
- Leveraged industry trends to design customer-centered experiences that drive engagement
Bookstore Associate
Neue Galerie Museum
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Supported brand identity through social media, increasing bookstore sales by 5% through strategic marketing and product selection
- Built customer relationships through curated recommendations, boosting visitor engagement and retention
Creative Coordinator
Havas Health & You
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Developed and managed creative briefs, coordinating timelines to ensure timely delivery of projects
- Collaborated with senior leadership, including the Global Creative CCO, to align on project goals and event execution
- Recruited and onboarded junior creative talent, reviewing portfolios and interviewing 50+ candidates
Executive Board New Member Director
Kappa Alpha Theta
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Directed all new member orientation for over 130 women, organized social events, and facilitated weekly meetings for mentorship and community building
- Recruited highest level of diversity the chapter had ever seen
- Planned and executed major chapter events, including Bid Day, Big-Little Reveal, and Initiation, strengthening member engagement
- Managed chapter communications, serving as a key liaison between new members and the executive board
Artist Textile Design Intern
Fuji Studio and Artists Workshop
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Illustrated over 15 original designs for textile prints, assisting in the creation of garments and screen printing on various mediums
- Coordinated studio resources by managing supply orders, mixing printing paints, and maintaining quality control of finished pieces
- Developed hands-on experience in screen printing, textile preparation, and collaborative design
Membership Intern
Phoenix Art Museum
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed membership communications and campaigns at a museum that hosts over 300,000 people a year, boosting retention through event planning and partnership proposals
- Developed new campaigns to drive membership engagement and increase museum visitation
Education
Master of Arts - Illustration
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art and Neuropsychology
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA06.2021
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Procreate
- Microsoft Office
- Squarespace
- Drawing and sketching
- Visual Storytelling
- Textile design
- Color theory
- Creative writing
- Project management
- Event planning
- Client communication
- Team mentorship
- Social media marketing
- Art direction
- Public speaking
Additional Information
Social media marketing, donor relations, art direction, public speaking
Additionalinterests
A dedicated runner for nearly a decade, I recently completed the NYC Marathon and am active in NYC’s running community, including Dirty Bird Run Club and NYRR. I am also a founding Director of Outreach for the Living Room Floor Artist Collective, where I support interdisciplinary artists in launching new projects. Beyond running, I’m an avid yogi, hiker, singer, people person, and big dig enthusiast.
Timeline
Bookstore Associate
Neue Galerie Museum
10.2022 - 01.2024
Creative Coordinator
Havas Health & You
01.2022 - 07.2022
Freelance Illustrator and Designer
Freelance Illustrator and Designer
01.2020 - Current
Artist Textile Design Intern
Fuji Studio and Artists Workshop
09.2019 - 12.2019
Membership Intern
Phoenix Art Museum
06.2019 - 09.2019
Executive Board New Member Director
Kappa Alpha Theta
05.2019 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Illustration
Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art and Neuropsychology
Santa Clara University
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