Julia Roark Gillespie

Certification: Introduction to Responsive Classroom, Responsive Classroom, March 2025
Bachelor of Arts, August 2002, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama Academic Arts Programs International, June 1999, The University of Alabama, Florence, Italy
High School Diploma, May 1998, Saint James School, Montgomery, Alabama

Art By JPG, Vienna, VA, January 2017-Present
Artist/Founder
● Created over 200+ unique commissioned pieces of artwork
● Produced a 3-part series of limited edition prints, overseeing production and sales
● Collaborated with clients to shape project vision and ensure client satisfaction

Wolftrap Elementary School, Vienna, VA, October-April, 2018
Teaching Volunteer: G.R.A.C.E Arts Program
● Taught art history to classes of 25 third graders to foster artistic exploration and creative expression
● Facilitated discussions to reflect and share perspectives on the artists’ life stories and select works
● Led students to create artwork inspired by medium, technique and aesthetic

Wolftrap Elementary School, Vienna, VA August-June, 2017
STEAM LAB Volunteer
● Supervised classes of 25 second graders on a bi-monthly basis
● Supported teachers in executing hands-on learning and creative problem-solving
● Engaged with students to spark curiosity, guiding them through project activities

Riverfield Elementary School, Fairfield, CT, September- March 2016
Volunteer, Connecticut Audubon Society: Science in Nature Program
● Guided 25 first grade students in learning experiences to observe nature
● Supported exercises to compare and contrast animal characteristics, habitats and diet ● Facilitated safe, up-close observation of select animals

Riverfield Elementary School, Fairfield, CT
Teaching Volunteer, Art In the Classroom
● Taught art history lessons to classes of 20 Kindergarteners to introduce basic elements of art
● Engaged with students to spark curiosity through hands-on projects, making lessons accessible and fun
● Guided students in clean-up activities fostering responsibility and teamwork

Exposure Design LLC, Destin, FL, September 2003-2012
Founder/Graphic Designer
● Successfully sustained 30+ clients over multiple years while maintaining quality standards
● Developed visual identity, marketing materials, and graphics for signage, print, and digital platforms
● Coordinated with vendors to ensure production quality, delivery and installation

Sawyer Riley Compton, Atlanta, GA, August 2002-September 2003
Account Coordinator, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company
● Prepared presentations, reports, and materials to support account management and campaign planning
● Supported project management to meet quality standards and deadlines
● Conducted market research and data analysis to enhance media planning and campaign performance

• Google Suite, Apple Applications, Adobe Applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Painting, Drawing, Mixed Media