Yuritzy Guzman
Aurora
Summary
Dynamic and creative artist with a strong background in visual arts and leadership, honed at East Aurora School District 131. Skilled in team collaboration and effective communication, I excel in developing innovative artistic solutions and fostering positive relationships. Looking to always be a better version of myself, learning new skills with a positive attitude and challenging myself in order to strive for excellence. Fluent in Spanish, I bring cultural awareness and a passion for engaging diverse audiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
National Arts Honors Society
East Aurora School District 131
Aurora
08.2024 - Current
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Fostered productive, professional working relationships with fellow craftspeople, vendors and media representatives.
- Studied different techniques to apply to artistic endeavors.
- Brainstormed with marketing and creative personnel to design high-quality images and illustrations for custom projects.
Naval Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps
East Aurora School District 131
Aurora
08.2023 - Current
- Participated in leadership development programs to enhance decision-making and team management skills.
- Developed critical thinking skills through the analysis of tactical scenarios and problem-solving exercises.
- Maintained strict adherence to military codes of conduct, demonstrating integrity and discipline.
- Monitored student behavior at all times to ensure safety standards were met.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
Food Service Worker
Arbys Resturant
Aurora
01.2023 - Current
- Replenished condiments at customer tables as needed.
- Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured that all foods were prepared according to health department regulations.
Ceramist
East Aurora School District 131
Aurora
08.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated safe handling practices when working with hazardous chemicals like lead oxide glazes.
- Maintained an organized studio space, ensuring a conducive environment for artistic creation.
- Applied various finishing techniques to protect and enhance the appearance of artworks.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new glazing techniques and formulations for unique finishes.
- Applied underglaze decoration by hand painting or using sponges and stencils.
- Produced intricate pieces of art by using ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, paints, pencils and computer software programs.
- Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
- Glazed surfaces of ceramics with brush or sprayer according to desired finish.
- Integrated and developed visual elements to produce illustrations of ideas, emotions or moods.
- Studied different techniques to apply to artistic endeavors.
- Maintained studio cleanliness by sweeping floors, cleaning equipment and tools between projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Aurora High School
Aurora, IL06-2025
High School Diploma -
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, ILSkills
- Visual arts creation
- Attention to detail
- Customer engagement
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Leadership
- FLUENT IN SPANISH
- Cultural awareness
- Active listening
- Creative problem solving
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- I am extremely creative individual who loves the eccentric nature of our world. I view our body as a vessel and adore indulging in fashion.
- I am someone who enjoys indulging in the culinary arts, especially baking. I adore creating making new recipes for my loved ones. It gives one’s being a feeling of deep accomplishment and self love as you nurture others.
Timeline
National Arts Honors Society
East Aurora School District 131
08.2024 - Current
Naval Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps
East Aurora School District 131
08.2023 - Current
Food Service Worker
Arbys Resturant
01.2023 - Current
Ceramist
East Aurora School District 131
08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
East Aurora High School
High School Diploma -
Waubonsee Community College