Elías Roedán

Designer, Illustrator and Educator

Passaic, NJ 07055

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+1-809-***-****

For more than 30 years, I have worked in the field of editorial design, illustration, fine arts and education. I have developed a wide range of concepts and visual material exhibited in nooks, annual reports, magazines, newspapers, and promotional, among other media. Together with designing, I also offer illustration, art, teaching, and academic management services. I can assist in achieving the objectives whether working alone or in a group. My sense of accountability, dedication to my work, and ability to fulfill deadlines are top priorities. Work Experience

Communication Design Department Coordinator

CHAVÓN The School of Design - Santo Domingo

June 2021 to Present

Same position from Sept 2000 - May 2007, returning on June 2021 -present. Responsible for scheduling, course design, and curriculum creation. Accountable for offering students class advice, and doing other duties connected to student. Working closely with the professors and administration. I made sure that students receive guidance and advice regarding their academic progress. Organize faculty meetings, seminars, and other occasions that promote student learning and growth. Teaching the courses of Communication Design Seminar and of Typography, as well as Illustration Concept and Integrated Seminar and Studio, a design philosophy class for the foundation year. Lead Visual Designer

CHAVÓN The School of Design - Santo Domingo

May 2000 to Present

Liable for creating all the graphics used to represent and advertise the institution. Strong collaboration with the academic and marketing areas. I create all kinds of print- and web-oriented designs, from conceptual to tactical to finished products. Designer, Illustrator and Artist

ROEDÁN Design and Illustration - Santo Domingo

May 1999 to Present

I have worked in a variety of national and international industries as a communication designer and illustrator, with a focus on editorial designing for books, magazines, annual reports, catalogs, and promo online media. Banks, governmental agencies, academic institutions, and art foundations are some of my clients. I created a number of magazines, including the educational children's magazine Zum Zum which I founded. I have participated in numerous group exhibitions, art competitions, and four very successful solo exhibitions in the field of fine art. I continue to share these aspects of my expertise while also teaching, which is my absolute passion. Graphic Design Teacher

Various Schools & Universities - Santo Domingo

September 1994 to Present

I began teaching in 1994, though I am still at CHAVÓN, and over the years I have lectured and taught at numerous universities, including UNPHU, INTEC, CHAVÓN, and other institutions. I've given courses and lectures on a variety of subjects, including illustration concepts, illustration techniques, book design, digital design, drawing and composition, figure and experimental drawing, editorial design, basic and advanced typography, visual communication history, design fundamentals, and design philosophy. My greatest passion and accomplishment is teaching. Academic and Foundation Year Coordinator - Professor CHAVÓN The School of Design - Santo Domingo

September 2017 to May 2023

I was responsible for scheduling, course design, and curriculum creation. Accountable for managing student admissions, offering students class advice, and doing other duties connected to student life. Ensure the seamless operation of all facets of the institution's academic programs by working closely with the professors and administration. I made sure that students receive guidance and advice regarding their academic progress. Organize faculty meetings, seminars, and other occasions that promote student learning and growth. Evaluate course curricula to verify that they are in line with departmental goals, and work closely with faculty to guarantee that classes have the necessary personnel and resources for instruction.

Design Editor

HOY y EL NACIONAL Newpapers - Santo Domingo

June 1997 to July 1999

Head of the Design Department for both newspapers, in charge of 60 staff members. scheduling, monitoring productions, and ensuring that deadlines and design were of the highest caliber. Redesigning both newspapers was my responsibility, and I worked with the editors of each section while also training the journalists and layout artists on how to use the new layout. Attend corporate meetings and be prepared to defend the information and design principles in front of the management. Organize finances, facilities, and equipment. Senior Designer and Illustrator

Lourdes Saleme y Asociados. Design Studio - Santo Domingo January 1996 to May 1997

This design studio focuses on publications, annual reports, and catalogs. It is the most major design studio in DR, creating world-renowned publications.I worked as senior designer and illustrator. I was in charge of creating visual strategies, layouts, and final artwork for printing, as well as overseeing the printing process. I occasionally work as an illustrator.

Creative Director - Magazines department

Editora Listín Diario - Santo Domingo

January 1993 to December 1995

In charge of producing and implementing the country's most major newspapers magazines and publications at the time. Supervise a 9-person art department that produces an average of 55 publications every month. Work with the editors of each magazine to coordinate the work of the designers, paste up artists, and text composers, as well as the creative process. Those early years were difficult yet gratifying. Ensure that all of the final arts were completed on time and to a high standard for printing. Collaboration with the content editors, advertising department, and production staff was essential.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Illustration

Parsons The New School for Design - New York, NY

September 1990 to May 1992

B.A. in Fine Arts and Illustration

Chavon The School of design - La Romana

September 1988 to May 1990

B.F.A. in Communication Design

UASD Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo - Santo Domingo September 1984 to August 1988

Skills

• Adult education (10+ years)

• Illustration

• Graphic Design

• Typography

• Visual arts painting (10+ years)

• Adobe Suite (10+ years)

• Project coordination (10+ years)

Languages

• Spanish - Fluent

• English - Fluent

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