Resumé: Jacqueline Côté

Education

Master Of Fine Arts
Illustration
Marywood University, Scranton, Pennsylvania
August 2000

Permanent Teacher Certification
New York State, Art Education, K−12

Bachelor of Arts
Art Education, minor in business 
Marywood University, Scranton, Pennsylvania
May 1995
Magna Cum Laude
Immaculate Hearts of Mary Scholarship,
Dean’s List, First Honors, Delta Epsilon Sigma

Software Proficiency

Illustrator
Photoshop
Lightroom
InDesign
Fresco
WordPress
Procreate

Speaking Engagements

WISE
Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship
Branding and Business

Finger Lakes Wine Alliance
Brand Personality Workshop

Women for Wine Sense
Wine Packaging

Professional Experience

OWNER AND DESIGNER
FLOURISH DESIGN, ITHACA, NEW YORK
DECEMBER 2001−PRESENT

  • Over 25 years of experience delivering thoughtful, custom design solutions for branding, print, and web
  • Strong visual strategy and brand development expertise across a wide range of industries
  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) for professional-quality design
  • WordPress website design and customization with a focus on user experience and responsive design
  • Clear, collaborative communication and a client-centered, iterative design process
  • Skilled in creating multiple design concepts and refining based on feedback to achieve the ideal solution
  • Deep understanding of typography, layout, and composition for both digital and print media
  • Expertise in preparing files for professional print production, including packaging, signage, and stationery
  • Ability to manage complex projects within client budgets and deadlines
  • Custom digital illustration for maps, brand assets, and unique visual storytelling
  • Experience guiding clients through the creative process—from discovery to delivery and beyond
  • Strategic thinking to align design with business goals and long-term brand growth
  • SEO-aware design and integration of Google Analytics for websites
  • Ongoing support for evolving brand needs, including additional collateral, maintenance, or refreshes
  • Trusted, long-term relationships with recurring clients and a strong local reputation

Art Teacher, Grades 6−12
Groton Central School, Groton, New York
September 1996−September 2006

  • Developed engaging art lessons to meet NYS Standards for the Arts using the Discipline-Based Art Education style− incorporating aesthetics, art history, production, and criticism
  • Managed approximately 160 students with wide spectrum of abilities, including students with special needs
  • Instructed students in the creative process− in both fine art (drawing, painting, ceramics) and digital media (graphic design, using Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign)
  • Assessed student performance and portfolios using a rubric of outcome-based criteria
  • Worked as a team member with faculty to enhance interdisciplinary understanding and foster student success
  • Created curriculum, demonstrations and presentations to enhance understanding for large- and small-groups
  • Worked within a rigid schedule, while managing changing classes, schedules, and budgets
  • Arranged, advised and promoted student art exhibits: juried, matted, hung exhibits of student work throughout the year as well at large-scale yearly art show
  • Advised the publication of the high school yearbook, managing a staff of approximately 15 students
  • Mentored and tutored at-risk students participating in the NYS Liberty Partnership program
  • Negotiated as part of a committee to settle the Groton Faculty Association contract with the school district for one term