Brooke Wade
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Illustrator
Self-Employed
01.2022 - Current
- Built a loyal customer base through effective communication and quality artwork delivery.
- Completed 100+ commissions with a strong repeat client base.
- Analyzed sales data from more than three events to optimize inventory and pricing.
- Managed communication, invoicing, fulfillment, and merchandise production.
- Leveraged data analysis to adjust pricing and inventory, enhancing profitability.
Overnight Stocking Associate
Walmart
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed inventory accuracy and restocking workflows across multiple departments.
- Prepared sales floors for opening and met nightly stocking quotas.
- Assisted customers during floor operations.
Member of '23
Edwardsville CEO
- Completed a yearlong entrepreneurship program focused on business development, financial planning, and leadership.
- Collaborated with multiple small business owners, and continued professional relationships with them.
- Applied entrepreneurship skills to launch and sustain an independent illustration business.
Education
B.S. - Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2027
Skills
- Python, Java, Mathematica
- SQL (self-taught, formal education course during spring '26)
- Excel, NumPy
- Procreate, Clip Studio, Photoshop
- Analytical reasoning
- Data interpretation
- Customer service
- Time management
- Project execution
- Client Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
Projects
- Bond Pricing Model, Python, Mathematica, Developed pricing models for zero-coupon and coupon bonds using discount factors, duration, yield, and interest-rate simulations. Translated mathematical theory into functional computational tools.
- Independent Illustration Business, Created commission-based artwork and built a functioning small business. Tracked sales trends, adjusted pricing based on event data, and managed full operations including invoicing, communication, and marketing.
Volunteer Experience
Team Manager, High School Athletics, Managed scheduling, equipment, and communication for varsity teams., Supported coaching staff and coordinated with athletes.
Timeline
Overnight Stocking Associate
Walmart
06.2025 - 08.2025
Freelance Illustrator
Self-Employed
01.2022 - Current
Member of '23
Edwardsville CEO
B.S. - Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Stony Brook University