Hello, my name is Katelynn Duarte. I am an animator and illustrator based in New York. I am a self-starter and love creating multiple visual solutions for an idea. I love taking on new challenges and learning new ways to connect art with community.…

Katelynn Duarte

Hello, my name is Katelynn Duarte. I am an animator and illustrator based in New York. I am a self-starter and love creating multiple visual solutions for an idea. I love taking on new challenges and learning new ways to connect art with community.…

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Hello, my name is Katelynn Duarte. I am an animator and illustrator based in New York. I am a self-starter and love creating multiple visual solutions for an idea. I love taking on new challenges and learning new ways to connect art with community.

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Work Experience

Office/Customer Service Manager at Buttercookie Bakery
October 1, 2025 - October 21, 2025
Handle and process custom cake orders between locations and bakers; supervise and support employees, including delegating day-to-day work operations, evaluate areas for improvement, and assist with problem solving; responsible for accurate handling of cash, including overseeing daily transactions and ensuring the money in the safe is balanced.
Clerical Work at SUNY Fredonia Campus, Communications Department
December 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025
Clerical duties in the SUNY Fredonia Communications Dept; supported administrative tasks and coordination.
Teaching Assistant at SUNY Fredonia
September 1, 2024 - Present
Teaching assistant for Intro to 2D Animation; supported students with their animations.
Intern at Buzzco Studio (ASIFA East) - Intern
September 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025
Prepared and presented updates for monthly board meetings; contributed to the Exit 73 studio interview; directed and produced NYC Animation Weekend Promo; created pitch packages with character designs and sheets; developed storyboards into an animatic; directed and animated a narrative to promote an event; conveyed designs in space using wave principles, timing, and spacing; collaborated with assistant colorists, a compositor, and a composer.
Vice President at Figure Drawing Club, SUNY Fredonia
May 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025
Hosted drawing sessions to present form styles to peers; created practice exercises for students to practice.
Grocery Crew Member at Trader Joe's Lake Grove
August 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Stocking and customer assistance; maintained store operations and customer service.
Coffee Barista at Starbucks East Setauket
February 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Barista duties, customer service, beverage preparation.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Fredonia State University of New York
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2024
Associate of Science at Suffolk County Community College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services

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