
Xela Burleson
Digital Media Specialist
Salary / Daily rate
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Remote only
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Digital media freelancer with 6+ years of expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, graphic design, and visual storytelling. Specialized in image editing, digital illustration, and concept art with strong technical drawing foundation. Ready to bring your creative vision to life with professional design solutions and seamless project management.
Work experience
Freelance
FreelanceFreelance
Jun 2018 - Present
8 years 5 months
Remote, OR 97458, USA
Created and delivered custom digital illustrations and visual assets for a diverse, mostly for personal use with a few commercial projects. Managed end-to-end projects — from client on-boarding and concept development to final delivery and revisions — consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations. Built and maintained an online presence through social media engagement, portfolio updates, and community interaction, growing a loyal client following and repeat business. Adapted to a wide range of creative requests, showcasing flexibility in art styles, formats, and use cases (e.g., Twitch emotes, character art, branding assets). Developed strong skills in communication, remote collaboration, and creative problem solving, thriving in an independent, deadline-driven environment. More skills include: Canva · Image Editing · Graphic Design · Organization Skills · Storytelling · Painting · Technical Drawing · Editing · Microsoft Word · Creative Work · Interpersonal Skills
Sorter
Amazon
Jul 2019 - Dec 2019
6 months
Gainesville, FL, USA
Collaborated with a team of 20+ associates to efficiently sort, scan, and route high volumes of packages to their designated delivery areas. Handled sensitive and confidential shipments with strict attention to accuracy, privacy, and care. Thrived in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, resolving logistical issues on the fly to ensure timely dispatch and minimize errors. Demonstrated strong organizational skills and maintained workflow efficiency across shifts. Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through clear communication, conflict resolution, and adaptability during peak periods
Food Service Worker
Walmart
Mar 2019 - Jul 2019
5 months
Jacksonville, FL, USA
Supported daily operations in both the deli and bakery departments as part of a fast-paced, collaborative team. Ensured strict adherence to health, sanitation, and food safety standards, including regular maintenance and cleaning of food preparation equipment. Performed routine upkeep on machinery such as slicers, ovens, and fryers to ensure safe and efficient operation. Provided personalized customer service, listening to individual preferences and recommending products to meet their needs — resulting in increased customer satisfaction and boosted in-store sales. Maintained organized displays and product rotation to ensure freshness and appeal.
Sales Associate
Domino's
Nov 2017 - Jan 2018
3 months
Skills: Organization Skills · Interpersonal Skills
Education
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
2018 - 2020
1 year 10 months
FLVS
High School Diploma
2014 - 2017
3 years 1 month