Hi, I’m Natalie Spradley—a passionate animator and background artist who has a BFA in Art, Technology, and Culture with an emphasis in 2D Animation from the University of Oklahoma. I have a keen eye for detail, strong work ethic, and a curiosity to learn and grow. I’d love to be part of your project!

Natalie Spradley

Hi, I’m Natalie Spradley—a passionate animator and background artist who has a BFA in Art, Technology, and Culture with an emphasis in 2D Animation from the University of Oklahoma. I have a keen eye for detail, strong work ethic, and a curiosity to learn and grow. I’d love to be part of your project!

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Hi, I’m Natalie Spradley—a passionate animator and background artist who has a BFA in Art, Technology, and Culture with an emphasis in 2D Animation from the University of Oklahoma. I have a keen eye for detail, strong work ethic, and a curiosity to learn and grow. I’d love to be part of your project!

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Work Experience

Background Artist and 2D Animator at Wuhappen Studios
April 1, 2025 - Present
Hired as a background artist for an upcoming 2D animated pilot; created backgrounds from concept art and maintained consistency across scenes. Performed frame-by-frame/ traditional animation; demonstrated quick turnarounds and receptiveness to feedback. Proficient with Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, and Procreate Dreams.
Commissioned Artist at Freelance Illustration
June 1, 2020 - Present
Created pieces ranging from traditional paintings and tattoo designs to Twitch banners and personal pieces for clients. Designed and sold stickers to promote art and enable physical copies for customers. Maintained portfolios and developed targeted marketing and sales strategies to improve organizational and artistic outcomes.
Cashier/Drive-thru at Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
October 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020
Checked completed orders for accuracy and bagged meals for easy carry; maintained clean, sanitized and well-organized food preparation zones; assisted customers with menu items and provided information.
Online Grocery Pick Up Associate at Walmart
May 1, 2020 - Present
Use mobile application to complete orders, request permission for substitutions and communicate in real-time with online order customers. Memorized store layouts and planned routes to fulfill orders efficiently; handled up to 100+ orders per hour and assisted with stocking and returns as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Art, Technology, and Culture with emphasis in 2D Animation at University of Oklahoma
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

State Superintendent Award for Arts Excellence in Visual Arts
January 1, 2020 - March 13, 2026
Accepted into University of Oklahoma's Art, Technology, and Culture program for Animation
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
Field Notes Exhibit Acceptance at Oklahoma Science Museum
October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services