Mari Cosmopoulos
Chicago,IL
Summary
Diligent College Student focused on Traditional Animation and dedication to prompt project completion and continual adaptation. Team-oriented collaborator with reliability and focus on equitable task distribution through group projects and motivation to accomplish mutually held goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Commissioned Artist
Self - Employed K.l. Turner Enterprises
Chicago, IL
10.2021 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Organized and maintained a portfolio of work samples to showcase creative abilities.
- Negotiated fees with clients depending on complexity of the project requirements.
- Delivered finished pieces within agreed upon timeframe and budget constraints.
Assistant Visual Artist
Iklaina Archeological Project
Pylos, Greece
06.2018 - Current
- Illustrated accurate past depictions of archeological artifacts using professional techniques
- Communicated frequently with Head Visual Artist, ensuring precision in work
- Managed all aspects of the creative process from concept development through to completion.
- Managed inventory and maintained supply of equipment and materials.
Freelance Drawing Instructor
Self - Employed K.l. Turner Enterprises
Saint Louis, MO
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Created lesson plans that were age-appropriate while integrating core curriculum into the art program.
- Served as a mentor for aspiring young artists within the community.
- Organized and coordinated hands-on artistic activities to encourage active participation, involvement and team work.
- Conducted critiques of student work to provide constructive feedback regarding strengths and areas needing improvement.
Education
Major- Traditional Animation | Minor- Illustration
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2027
High School Diploma -
Parkway Central Highschool | 4.1 Weighted GPA
Saint Louis, MO05-2023
Skills
- Digital Illustration
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, After-Effects
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Toon Boom Harmony, Storyboard Pro
- Traditional Animation, Character Design, Graphic Design
- Leadership within environment, outspoken
- Communication with peers, colleagues and customers
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Concept Art for characters, background and setting design
- Punctual timing and Organization
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Greek
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Missouri Seal of Biliteracy
- Parkway Central Art Department Award
Affiliations
- Volunteered at Greek Orthodox Youth Association in Saint Louis, Missouri for 4 years
- Highschool Softball (Captain)
- National Art Honors Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Freelance Commissioned Artist
Self - Employed K.l. Turner Enterprises
10.2021 - Current
Freelance Drawing Instructor
Self - Employed K.l. Turner Enterprises
06.2020 - 12.2022
Assistant Visual Artist
Iklaina Archeological Project
06.2018 - Current
Major- Traditional Animation | Minor- Illustration
Columbia College Chicago
High School Diploma -
Parkway Central Highschool | 4.1 Weighted GPA
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