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Michael Kavanagh

@michaelkavanagh

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Creative graphic designer and dedicated art educator.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative environment that values creativity and artistic growth.

As a passionate art educator and graphic designer, I thrive on inspiring creativity in others. Currently, I guide over 100 middle school students daily, fostering a positive classroom culture where students can express their artistic visions. My teaching philosophy centers on empowering students to explore their creativity while developing their artistic skills.

With nearly a decade of experience as a freelance artist, I have honed my skills in graphic illustration and design. My work has placed me in the top 1% of designers on DesignCrowd, showcasing my ability to deliver high-quality designs that resonate with clients. I have collaborated with various brands, including Kohls and Disney, and have a strong background in utilizing social media for e-commerce success.

My educational journey, culminating in a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education, has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to effectively teach and inspire the next generation of artists. I am committed to continuous growth and collaboration within the art community.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Art Teacher

Current

St. Mary's University of Minnesota

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Guided and instructed over 100 students daily, fostering creativity in middle schoolers. Motivated students to engage positively in the classroom and empowered them to develop their artistic vision.

Classroom Management Art Education Student Motivation

Freelance Artist

Jul 2015 - Jan 2023 (7 years 6 months)

Ranked in the top 1% of designers on DesignCrowd.com and served as Senior Graphic Illustrator for supsalv.com. Completed numerous portraits and graphic designs for various clients, managing e-commerce through social media and artist-for-hire platforms.

Graphic Design Illustration Social Media Marketing Client Management Portraiture DesignCrowd Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator

Graphic Designer

Crown Prince/T-Shirt International Inc

Aug 2006 - Jul 2015 (8 years 11 months)

Gained extensive experience in graphic design, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and current trends. Utilized time management skills to meet deadlines and collaborated with other artists to fulfill client needs.

Graphic Design Adobe Creative Suite Time Management Collaboration Screen Printing Public Relations