Objective
Self-motivated visual artist seeking projects that challenge my aesthetic and abilities. Experienced creative, innovative, and resourceful problem-solver with a diverse background and passion for exploring. In my studio, difficult doesn't exist and the impossible...well, that just takes a little longer.
TL;DR Have crayons, will travel.
Skills
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Biomedical Art
Illustration
Customization
Creative Direction
Drawing/Dry Media
Editorial & Infographics
Graphic Design
Painting/Wet Media
Pen & Ink/Markers
Procreate
Restoration & Upcycling
Retail & Packaging Design
Storyboarding
Tattooing
Experience
ARTIST, ILLUSTRATOR & TATTOOIST
Tami Jo Urban LLC » Miami, Florida
September 2007 - Present
Tami Jo Urban LLC » Miami, Florida
September 2007 - Present
Work with medical professionals to produce patient and doctor education materials
Observe in the Operating Room to storyboard and illustrate surgery plates
Create narrative and book illustrations through imagination and collaboration with authors
Contribute to brainstorming and problem solving for creative direction and design solutions
Design logos, products, packaging, collateral suites and digital art
Fine art for private commissions and corporate installations
Luxury accessory customization including sneakers, designer bags, clothing, etc
Upcycling, hand-painting and restoration of furniture and decor
Full understanding of digital and offset printing providing press-ready files
Drop-ship deliverable printing of artwork on various substrates
CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL BRANDING
JGA » Southfield, Michigan
January 2005 - September 2007
JGA » Southfield, Michigan
January 2005 - September 2007
Head of the Retail Graphics Department managing the graphic projects and team
Designed storefront, in-store, fixture and cash-wrap branding
Created packaging designs and solutions for products as well as shopping boxes/bags
Assisted Architects and Interior Designers with environmental aesthetics
Produced decks, mock-ups, renderings and style guides
Provided inspiration decks, infographics, mood boards, lookbooks and wayfinding signage
Participated in corporate identity and marketing strategies
Web Developer
Campbell-Ewald » Warren, Michigan
February 2004 - January 2005
Campbell-Ewald » Warren, Michigan
February 2004 - January 2005
Wrote, built and tested XHTML/CSS Strict W3C and Section 508 Users With Disabilities compliance validating code
Optimized performance and cross-platform cross-browser integrity and usability
ART DIRECTOR & ILLUSTRATOR
General Motors » Detroit, Michigan
January 2000 - February 2004
General Motors » Detroit, Michigan
January 2000 - February 2004
Assisted automotive teams with technical and aesthetic solutions
Participated in brainstorming sessions with designers and engineers on concept cars
Provided illustration and storyboard support
Education
Master of Fine Arts in Medical & Biological Illustration
University of Michigan » Ann Arbor, Michigan
September 1997 - June 1999
University of Michigan » Ann Arbor, Michigan
September 1997 - June 1999
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drawing & Painting
Wayne State University » Detroit, Michigan
September 1992 - June 1996
Wayne State University » Detroit, Michigan
September 1992 - June 1996
Certifications
Motorcycle Rider Education & Endorsement
Florida Training of North Dade » Miami, Florida
Florida Training of North Dade » Miami, Florida
Bloodborne Pathogens & Communicable Diseases
Biologix Solutions » Online
Credential ID 2014238
Biologix Solutions » Online
Credential ID 2014238
Adult/Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
American Red Cross Association » Miami, Florida
Credential ID OVJE8R
American Red Cross Association » Miami, Florida
Credential ID OVJE8R
Affiliations
Lifetime Member
