Neiori Willingham
Highly creative and detail-oriented Illustrator with 4 years of experience in fashion, seeking a position at a high-end boutique. Proven ability to translate design concepts into visually compelling illustrations, including digital lookbooks, mood boards, social media visuals, etc., and strong experience collaborating with marketing teams to enhance brand identity 801 Sligo Ave
Silver Spring, MD
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EXPERIENCE
Beauty Island, Washington, DC — Sales Associate
August 2024 - Present
Preparing and unloading Merchandise supplies, assisting customers with product shopping, recommendations, and tending the register while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Kura Sushi, Washington, DC — Server
October 2022 - August 2023
Served customers with High Energy and delivered instructions on how to operate the self-serve rotating sushi bar, also operating the drink robot Kur-b. DoTheWork DC, Washington, DC — Creative Philanthropist July 2021 - August 2021 (Seasonal)
Created events for Black young artists in the community, connecting creative efforts that will ensure the success and futures of young minds. The Nicholson Project, Washington, DC — Artist Residency June 2021 - August 2021 (Temporary)
Exploring the art of the natural world and contemporary social practice while building a unique artistic vision. Gained insight into practice from being a working artist and art community member. Culminated in a Final exhibition. EDUCATION
Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, NY — Associate's Degree August 2024 -
Focus of Study: Illustration
Duke Ellington School of the Arts, Washington, DC — High school Diploma
August 2017 - June 2021
SKILLS
Graphic Design
Illustration
Fashion
Content Creation
Photography/Videography
Problem Solving
Visual Merchandising
Communication