Hello, my name is Christopher Espiritu and I am an Illustrator, Animator, and Cartoonist based in Jersey City, NJ!…

Christopher Espiritu

Hello, my name is Christopher Espiritu and I am an Illustrator, Animator, and Cartoonist based in Jersey City, NJ!…

Available to hire

Hello, my name is Christopher Espiritu and I am an Illustrator, Animator, and Cartoonist based in Jersey City, NJ!

Work Experience

Assistant Manager, Lead Barista at The Warehouse Cafe
February 1, 2018 - May 1, 2023
Led barista training, hired new team members, and conducted evaluations. Managed inventory, bookkeeping, and bank deposits. Maintained espresso equipment and contributed to coffee education and a high-quality customer experience.
VFX Storyboard Artist at Inconvenience Short Film
January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Created visual storyboards and concepts for a short film, translating director’s ideas into cinematic sequences and collaborating with the VFX team.
Production Assistant at Did You Eat? Productions
June 1, 2021 - Present
Supported production tasks, coordinating logistics on set and assisting with daily operations.
Production Assistant at Chuck Astuto Productions
August 1, 2021 - Present
Assisted on productions, supporting scheduling, crew coordination, and on-set operations.
President at Montclair Art Society
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Led the Montclair Art Society activities, coordinating events and student engagement.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provided freelance illustration services for clients including Thrift Haven and No Peeking Theatre; responsibilities included concept development, sketching, and final artwork.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration at Montclair State University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services