I am a Freelance Illustrator with experience in art creation for print production, digital media, education, and animation. My current freelance duties utilize my illustration skills for digital art production in a fast-paced environment with Letterfest, an online gift retailer. My goal is to continue providing my art services for private and commercial projects.

Dan Calderone

I am a Freelance Illustrator with experience in art creation for print production, digital media, education, and animation. My current freelance duties utilize my illustration skills for digital art production in a fast-paced environment with Letterfest, an online gift retailer. My goal is to continue providing my art services for private and commercial projects.

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I am a Freelance Illustrator with experience in art creation for print production, digital media, education, and animation. My current freelance duties utilize my illustration skills for digital art production in a fast-paced environment with Letterfest, an online gift retailer. My goal is to continue providing my art services for private and commercial projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Instructor at ESTEAM Academy & ESTEAM Learning Labs, 4-Reelz School of Film
March 31, 2016 - May 30, 2024
- Served as Assistant Director for off-site summer camps, overseeing creative programs that emphasized illustration and visual arts. - Led full-year and summer art enrichment classes, guiding students in developing personal illustration styles through modern and traditional methods. - Facilitated elementary-level student-led studios, incorporating illustration into general studies to build foundational drawing and storytelling skills. - Developed curricula for art, animation, and LEGO-based activities, integrating illustrative techniques to enhance student engagement and creativity.
Illustrator & Art Production Intern at Edgen Films
January 1, 2016 - March 31, 2016
- Created storyboards, key art, illustrations, animations, and motion graphics for film and content projects. - Collaborated on visual concepts to bring client ideas to life, leading to opportunities in freelance illustration. - Applied multimedia skills in a fast-paced production environment to deliver high-quality illustrative content. - Received offer for full-time Art Production role upon internship completion; while pursuing other opportunities, the experience and networking from Edgen directly led to securing position as Art Instructor at ESTEAM Academy & Learning Labs.
Freelance Illustrator at Calderone Art
June 1, 2024 - Present
Contract-based art creation for private and commercial use. Skilled in traditional and digital media for online content applications. Self-managed in providing product, service, and video content related to visual communication and entertainment.
Freelance Illustrator at Letterfest
October 1, 2025 - Present
Digital illustration tasks including pen-and-ink tracing of client-provided photography as part of an overall art creation process for personalized gifts and products.
Art Instructor at ESTEAM Academy & ESTEAM Learning Labs, 4-Reels School of Film
May 31, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Served as Assistant Director for off-site summer camps, overseeing creative programs emphasizing illustration and visual arts. Led year-round and summer art enrichment classes, guiding students to develop personal illustration styles through modern and traditional methods. Facilitated elementary-level student-led studios and integrated illustration into core subjects to build foundational drawing and storytelling skills. Developed curricula for art, animation, and LEGO-based activities, integrating illustrative techniques to enhance student engagement and creativity.
Graphic Designer at Big Frog Custom T-Shirts
February 28, 2015 - October 25, 2025
Designed unique illustrations and graphics for t-shirts, apparel, and promotional materials based on client concepts. Managed self-directed workflows, collaborating with clients from diverse industries to refine illustration designs.
Production Manager at Alphagraphics
August 1, 2011 - October 25, 2025
Oversaw print production schedules for offset, digital, and finishing services, ensuring efficient delivery of illustrated and graphic content. Collaborated daily with department heads to maintain consistent production flow, applying project management skills that supported timely timelines. Trained new hires in production processes, including handling illustrated and design files to improve team efficiency and quality control.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at The Art Institute of Austin
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Media Arts and Animation at The Art Institute of Austin
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015

Qualifications

Best in Portfolio Show
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Retail, Manufacturing
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