Ted Kasparek
Memphis ,TN
Summary
I am a dedicated and versatile professional with over a decade of diverse experience in various art-related fields such as painting, metal smith, jewelry design, animation, graphic design, and more. Recently, I started a rewarding journey as an Adjunct Teacher at Southwest Tennessee Community College. I impart my knowledge and skills to students while concurrently serving as gallery staff at the Children's Museum of Memphis. I have a proven track record of fostering creativity, innovation, and artistic expression in educational and museum settings. I am passionate about inspiring young minds and fostering a love for the arts.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Southwest Tennessee Community College
01.2024 - Current
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Led undergraduate course on video editing and taught them how to use
Gallery Staff
Children's Museum Of Memphis
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted with day-to-day operations at the museum, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Help and maintained a safe/clean environment for guests
2D Background Artist
Zach in Time
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Working as Background Artist to create settings for an upcoming 2D series produced by Imhapie
- Took artistic concepts and turned to work that reflects the shows vision
- Using digital programs like Photoshop and Procreate to produce visual backdrops
- Work closely with team and meet up every week for feedback.
Grader
DePaul University
05.2013
- Worked as a grader for a 3-D professor and assisted in grading submitted assignments
- I would review submitted work and give feedback to their assignments
- The teacher will evaluate my feedback on the assignments that were graded and will provide feedback on my reviews.
2D Visual Artist Intern
ArtBot.TV
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked as a Character, and Visual Designer
- Used programs like photoshop, procreate, and ToonBoom Harmony to create a sci-fi story
- Brainstormed with Lead and visual team on visual development
- Transformed artistic concepts into characters, environments and other objects to reflect the teams vision.
Freelance 2D Artist and Animator
Asurion
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Worked as Character Designer, Background Designer, and Principal Animator
- Built animations and models showing objects in motion
- Used programs like Toonboom for rigging and procreate for designing the characters/settings.
Education
MFA - Animation
DePaul University
Chicago, IL05.2025
BFA - Fine Arts
Memphis College of Art
Memphis, TN05.2013
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe After Effects
- Blender
- Procreate
- ToonBoom Harmony
- Painting
- Teaching
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Southwest Tennessee Community College
01.2024 - Current
Gallery Staff
Children's Museum Of Memphis
12.2023 - Current
2D Background Artist
Zach in Time
07.2022 - 09.2022
2D Visual Artist Intern
ArtBot.TV
03.2022 - 06.2022
Freelance 2D Artist and Animator
Asurion
12.2021 - 01.2022
Grader
DePaul University
05.2013
MFA - Animation
DePaul University
BFA - Fine Arts
Memphis College of Art
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