Valerie Acosta

Creative Consultant & Illustrator (Freelance), Current

Illustrated a children's book from concept to completion

Created hand-painted and digital artwork using gouache, watercolor, and Procreate

Designed characters, scenes, and layouts to match the tone of the story

Prepared print-ready files for self-publishing on Amazon KDP

Manage client, communication, scheduling and project logistics from start to finish ensuring deadlines are met

Interior Design Assistant, 12/2020 － 12/2024

Chelsea Lane & Co

Assisted marketing efforts by creating and designing social media content, illustrations, templates, and print

materials (flyers, postcards, business cards)

Manage, design, and source for commercial and residential properties

Serve as a liaison between contractors, builders, and clients across numerous interior projects

Track client orders, supervise onsite installations, and coordinate schedules to ensure timely project completion

Generated client proposals, purchase orders, and work orders using Design Manager, ensuring accuracy and

efficiency

Designed and presented mood boards using Photoshop, showcasing design concepts

Design Coordinator, 12/2020 － 12/2021

Living In Style

Assisted lead designers with project coordination, from concept development to final installation

Sourced and organized fabrics, finishes, and furnishings, maintaining vendor relationships and sample libraries

Created client presentations, mood boards, and design documents to effectively communicate design concepts

Maintained organized project documentation, improving workflow efficiency and ensuring adherence to design

specifications

BA IN STUDIO ART 

Florida Atlantic University