Rio Please Help

︎ Murals & Paintings 
︎ Illustration
︎ Interactive Media

︎ Resume
︎ Projection Reel

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The media are not toys… they can be entrusted only to new artists, because they are art forms.
(McLuhan, 1954)


The media are not toys… they can be entrusted only to new artists, because they are art forms.
(McLuhan, 1954)


Freelance Muralist
2016 - Present
Design, consult, execution of self-directed murals. Also specializes in mural assits. 

Freelance Designer & Illustrator
Sept 2005 - Present
Specializes in branding, logos, layouts, web & interactive. Drawings both digital and analog.

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
Art Director/Designer ... Oct 2015 - Present
Working with a team to create accredited classes at one of the world's leading medical institutions. Designs and helps direct new media courses.

Paint Nite
Painting Instructor ... Dec 2013 - Sept 2014
Led groups of 20 - 30 adults in a beginners painting. Events were held in bars and restaurants.

International Bicycle Film Festival
Designer & Media Coordinator ... June 2011 - July 2012
In-house designer, media coordinator, and website manager for the annual festivals around the world.

Pratt Institute Metal Shop
Technician ... January 2009 - May 2012
Taught, consulted, and assisted students with metal working, welding, cutting, brazing and forging four 4 years. Also assisted in the bi-annual bronze pouring.

Proof 7/Varick Street Litho
Grasshopper ... June 2010 - Nov 2010
Intern for the print company. Dealt with small clients on web, graphics, and branding. Prepped files for print.









SerenaRio007@gmail.com