Alexa Zielinski
Keyport,NJ
Summary
Creative and detail-oriented illustrator with a strong track record of producing impactful visuals for marketing campaigns. Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, and experienced in character design, with a collaborative mindset and proven ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelancer
Alexa Zielinski
01.2022 - 08.2025
- Created illustrations for marketing materials and promotional campaigns.
- Revised artwork based on client feedback and design guidelines.
- Managed multiple illustration projects while meeting tight deadlines.
- Created line art for webcomics
- Commissioned to develop and illustrate original characters
Remote Illustrator/2D Artist Intern
Universal Phoenix Group, LLC
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Interned remotely at Universal Phoenix Group, LLC developing engaging storyboards and character art for their eBook website Inde-book and their book series Ice Cream Dream Island. Developed skills in communication, collaboration and the ability to consistently adhere to defined artistic styles across projects.
Team Member
Chick-Fil-A Restaurant
Hazlet, NJ
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Fulfilled orders while also providing customer service.
Crew Member
Dunkin’
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Prepared food and drink while administering customer service
Graphic Design Intern
Calvary Chapel Old Bridge
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Interned at Calvary Chapel Old Bridge, gaining hands-on experience in designing logos and graphics for marketing initiatives. Strengthened graphic design skills, and deepened understanding of visual communication.
Education
Bachelor’s - 2D Animation
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Madison, NJ05.2025
Skills
- Drawing and sketching
- Character design
- Animation techniques
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Toon Boom proficiency
- Procreate expertise
- 2D animation
- Storyboarding
- Graphic design
- Attention to detail
- Task prioritization
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
Volunteer Experience
Young at Art Studio, Volunteer Assistant Art Teacher in the summer of 2018. Assisted with making and executing lesson plans for drawing and painting with young children while also cleaning and organizing the studio.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Remote Illustrator/2D Artist Intern
Universal Phoenix Group, LLC
06.2024 - 09.2024
Team Member
Chick-Fil-A Restaurant
05.2022 - 08.2022
Freelancer
Alexa Zielinski
01.2022 - 08.2025
Crew Member
Dunkin’
06.2021 - 08.2021
Graphic Design Intern
Calvary Chapel Old Bridge
09.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor’s - 2D Animation
Fairleigh Dickinson University