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Hello! I’m Carley Salzman, an animator and illustrator based in Chicago. I enjoy turning ideas into expressive visuals, collaborating with clients, and working quickly in fast-paced environments while maintaining a high level of craft.
Growing up as a queer woman, my art reflects growth, resilience, and curiosity. I’m dependable, determined, and a fast learner who loves solving problems with technology to bring creative projects to life.
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Language
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Work Experience
Bartender / Customer Service at Chicago Waffles
September 30, 2025 - September 27, 2025Fast-paced customer service; serving and bartending; work in a kitchen/food service environment.
Customer Service / Food Service at Chicago Waffles
September 1, 2025 - September 27, 2025Provided customer service in a fast-paced food venue, taking orders and assisting with service.
Customer Service / Food Service at Chicago Waffles
September 1, 2025 - September 27, 2025Fast-paced food service role with customer interaction, teamwork, and basic cash handling.
Customer Service / Bartender at Chicago Waffles
January 1, 2025 - PresentFast-paced customer service with bartending responsibilities; BASSET certified.
Service/Retail at Chicago Waffles
January 1, 2025 - PresentWorked in a fast-paced work environment. Provided customer service. Serving/Bartending (BASSET Certified).
Freelance Illustrator/Artist at Self-Employed
December 31, 2020 - September 27, 2025Traditional and digital artwork commissions; collaborating with clients; delivering artwork within agreed timelines.
Freelance Commissioner
December 31, 2020 - July 27, 2025Traditional/Digital Artwork Commissions. Collaborating with and appeasing customers' creative demands. Creating artwork within a time constraint or expectation. Packaging/Shipping artwork safely. Communicating with buyers online or on Etsy.
Freelance Commissioner at Adlai E. Stevenson High School
January 1, 2020 - September 27, 2025Supported school art projects; collaborated with clients; prepared artwork under time constraints; contributed to commissions for school events and publications.
Freelance Artist / Commission Illustrator at Independent
January 1, 2020 - September 24, 2025Traditional and digital artwork commissions; collaborated with clients, managed deadlines, packed/shipped artworks, and communicated with buyers online or via Etsy.
Animator & Illustrator at Jewel-Osco
December 31, 2019 - September 27, 2025In-house animation and illustration support for promotions; service/retail duties.
Cashier at Jewel-Osco
December 31, 2019 - September 27, 2025Grocery store employee providing customer service, handling transactions, stocking shelves, and supporting store operations.
Retail Customer Service at Jewel-Osco
December 31, 2019 - September 27, 2025Grocery store customer service; cash register operations; teamwork; store presentation.
Cashier / Front-End Clerk at Jewel-Osco
December 31, 2019 - September 24, 2025Handled cash transactions, provided customer service, and managed front-end operations.
Animator & 2D Illustrator at Independent / Self-employed
December 31, 2019 - September 24, 2025Created 2D animation and illustration assets for client projects; contributed to storyboarding, asset creation, and final delivery across multiple projects.
Service/Retail at Jewel-Osco
December 31, 2019 - July 27, 2025Worked in a fast-paced work environment. Provided customer service.
Retail Associate / Customer Service at Jewel-Osco
January 1, 2019 - September 27, 2025Fast-paced customer service environment; cash handling and general store duties; assisting customers and maintaining a friendly shopping experience.
Customer Service at Jewel-Osco
January 1, 2019 - September 27, 2025Provided retail customer service, handled transactions, merchandising, and maintained a fast-paced environment; BASSET certified.
Education
Bachelors of Fine Arts at Jarvis School of Computing & Digital Media DePaul University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025High School Diploma at Adlai E. Stevenson High School
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020BFA at DePaul University, Jarvis School of Computing & Digital Media
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at DePaul University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025High School Diploma at Adlai E. Stevenson High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020High School Diploma at Adlai E. Stevenson High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at DePaul University, College of Computing and Digital Media
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Animation at DePaul University – Jarvis School of Computing & Digital Media
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation at DePaul University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020Bachelor of Fine Arts at DePaul University, School of Computing & Digital Media
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation (Minor: Illustration; Concentration in Storyboarding & Character Design) at DePaul University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025Qualifications
BASSET Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 20252020 Lisa Klitzky Foundation Scholarship Recipient
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020National Art Honors Society Member
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020National Art Honors Society Member
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020Foundation Scholarship Recipient
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020Lisa Klitzky Foundation Scholarship Recipient
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025National Art Honors Society Member
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025BASSET Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025BASSET Certified
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025Bassett Certified Bartender
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025BASSET Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025Lisa Klitzky Foundation Scholarship Recipient
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020National Art Honors Society Member
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020BASSET certified
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Other
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