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Hey! I’m Al Caruso, a visual development artist specializing in character, background, and prop design for animation. I’ve been lucky to work with local animation studios on their independent projects, and I love bringing my director’s ideas to life! During my education at the College for Creative Studies, I also collaborated on several student films and film competitions. I’m passionate about fast, iterative workflows, clear visual storytelling, and bringing playful energy to every project.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Character and Prop Designer at Cap Gun Studio
September 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Used storyboards to design on-model poses; Adapted to pre-established art style; Designed props that aligned with project’s humor
Visual Development Intern at Eat Rice Studio
April 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025Worked with directors to establish film’s overall look; Designed main and background characters; Created keyframe paintings to guide animation team
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration/Animation at College for Creative Studies
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026Qualifications
Imre Molnar Artist Achievement Award (Senior Select)
January 1, 2026 - May 8, 2026Torsten Schrank Partial Scholarship Award (Character Design)
January 1, 2025 - May 8, 2026CCS President’s List
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026Alumni Scholarship Award
January 1, 2024 - May 8, 2026Ford Completion Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - May 8, 2026Foundations Chair Select Award
January 1, 2023 - May 8, 2026Waranch Acquisition Fund Award
January 1, 2023 - May 8, 2026Arts Academy in the Woods Class Valedictorian
January 1, 2021 - May 8, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
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