Elena Bloomquist
Lake in the Hills, Illinois, United States,IL
Summary
Possess excellent organizational and leadership abilities, combined with positive, upbeat demeanor. Knowledgeable in team management and activity coordination, with proficiency in communication and problem-solving skills. Committed to creating safe, fun, and enriching environment for all participants.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Manager
Sage Ymca
- Managed 7-9 year old children in a summer camp program
- Oversaw budget planning to ensure proper allocation of resources for successful camp operations.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among staff members by organizing team-building events that fostered camaraderie throughout the summer season.
- Monitored inventory levels for supplies required throughout the summer program schedule.
- Managed staff scheduling, ensuring full coverage for all camp activities throughout the summer season.
Concept Artist
- Created concept art funded by ISU at a professor's request
Environment Artist
- Designed environment art for the cards
Animator
- A horror short animation film based on a chapter from my book Behind Closed Doors
- Premiered on the largest motion picture screen in Illinois at the Riverfront Museum in Peoria
Team Lead
- Team lead for a 24 hour animation challenge
- Theme- Life after COVID
- Animated and designed the main character
Challenge Creator
- An October daily challenge that I created
- Prompts were based off songs by a favorite artist, Mothy-P
Animator
- Collaborated with a team for a sound based game
- The player is a rooster that fights the sun
- Animated and designed the Sun
Animator
- BU funded 24 hour animation team challenge
- Theme- Justice
- Animated and designed the masked racoon
Animator
Bradley University, Fine Arts
- A psychological horror story of an asylum breakout
- Actively participated in team meetings and critiques, offering constructive feedback to improve overall project quality.
- Developed engaging motion graphics for various online platforms, increasing audience engagement through dynamic visuals.
- Delivered high-quality animations under tight deadlines, maintaining consistent performance across multiple assignments.
- Piloted innovative animation techniques, experimenting with new approaches to keep projects fresh and exciting.
Bakery Associate
Meijer
06.2024 - Current
- Closing bakery, baking product, interacting w/customers
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Ensured food safety compliance by following strict guidelines for storage, handling, and preparation of baked goods.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance tasks such as cleaning mixers, ovens, or utensils to maintain optimal functionality and prevent potential hazards.
- Provided support to other departments within the store as needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Stock Associate
Meijer
06.2022 - Current
- Stock the shelves with general merchandise over night
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the stockroom.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Assisted colleagues in other departments when needed to ensure cohesive store operations across all teams.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
Education
High School Degree -
Crystal Lake South
01.2018
Bachelor Degree - Animation, Studio Art
Bradley University
01.2022
Skills
- Photoshop
- After Effects
- Cinema 4D
- Illustrator
- Audition
- Traditional & Digital Animation
- Writing
- Piano
- Choir
- Sound Design
Timeline
Bakery Associate
Meijer
06.2024 - Current
Stock Associate
Meijer
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor Degree - Animation, Studio Art
Bradley University
Summer Camp Manager
Sage Ymca
Concept Artist
Environment Artist
Animator
Team Lead
Challenge Creator
Animator
Animator
Animator
Bradley University, Fine Arts
High School Degree -
Crystal Lake South
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