Hi, I’m Jane Dunn, a Chicago-based artist and animator pursuing a BFA at SAIC with a focus on Film, Animation, and Printmaking. I love bringing stories to life through 2D and 3D animation, puppet animation, and hands-on set design. My experience spans academic labs, cafe service, and library support, where I enjoy collaborating with peers and solving creative problems. I’m excited to apply my skills in film, art, and design to meaningful projects and stories.

Jane Dunn

Hi, I’m Jane Dunn, a Chicago-based artist and animator pursuing a BFA at SAIC with a focus on Film, Animation, and Printmaking. I love bringing stories to life through 2D and 3D animation, puppet animation, and hands-on set design. My experience spans academic labs, cafe service, and library support, where I enjoy collaborating with peers and solving creative problems. I’m excited to apply my skills in film, art, and design to meaningful projects and stories.

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Hi, I’m Jane Dunn, a Chicago-based artist and animator pursuing a BFA at SAIC with a focus on Film, Animation, and Printmaking. I love bringing stories to life through 2D and 3D animation, puppet animation, and hands-on set design.

My experience spans academic labs, cafe service, and library support, where I enjoy collaborating with peers and solving creative problems. I’m excited to apply my skills in film, art, and design to meaningful projects and stories.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Lab Monitor at SAIC Fiber and Material Studies Department
May 1, 2022 - September 6, 2025
Provided housekeeping and deep cleaning, on-call help for students, and guidance with facilities. Performed in-depth inventory management using spreadsheets and supported department operations.
Barista at Oromo Cafe
December 1, 2022 - September 6, 2025
Delivered customer service in a fast-paced cafe, performed cleaning and food service tasks, and managed inventory.
Library Assistant at Flaxman Library
May 1, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Worked with library systems (Dewey Decimal), solved issues with scanning/printing, provided reference help, and assisted with book searches and general library operations.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
September 1, 2020 - May 1, 2025
Watercolor at Oxbow School of Art, Saugatuck, Michigan
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Stone and Photo Lithography at Oxbow School of Art, Saugatuck, Michigan
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Woodworking at Chicago Industrial Arts, Chicago, IL
August 1, 2025 - September 6, 2025

Qualifications

SAIC Recognition Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Skeketee Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Katherine L Andrin Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
The Grace and Walter Byron Smith Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Scholastic Arts and Writing Scholarship (Silver Key of Recognition)
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Lafayette Class of 1969 Art Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other