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My background includes a BFA in Digital Arts from Pratt Institute with a concentration in 2D animation, along with more than 10 years of freelance creative experience across illustration, painting, animation, visual development, narrative projects, and multidisciplinary visual art. I work across both traditional and digital mediums and have extensive experience developing visual concepts, documenting creative processes, incorporating feedback, and communicating creative decisions.…My background includes a BFA in Digital Arts from Pratt Institute with a concentration in 2D animation, along with more than 10 years of freelance creative experience across illustration, painting, animation, visual development, narrative projects, and multidisciplinary visual art. I work across both traditional and digital mediums and have extensive experience developing visual concepts, documenting creative processes, incorporating feedback, and communicating creative decisions.

Mary Burmeister

Illustrator, 2D Animator, Character Designer, +3

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My background includes a BFA in Digital Arts from Pratt Institute with a concentration in 2D animation, along with more than 10 years of freelance creative experience across illustration, painting, animation, visual development, narrative projects, and multidisciplinary visual art. I work across both traditional and digital mediums and have extensive experience developing visual concepts, documenting creative processes, incorporating feedback, and communicating creative decisions.…My background includes a BFA in Digital Arts from Pratt Institute with a concentration in 2D animation, along with more than 10 years of freelance creative experience across illustration, painting, animation, visual development, narrative projects, and multidisciplinary visual art. I work across both traditional and digital mediums and have extensive experience developing visual concepts, documenting creative processes, incorporating feedback, and communicating creative decisions.

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My background includes a BFA in Digital Arts from Pratt Institute with a concentration in 2D animation, along with more than 10 years of freelance creative experience across illustration, painting, animation, visual development, narrative projects, and multidisciplinary visual art. I work across both traditional and digital mediums and have extensive experience developing visual concepts, documenting creative processes, incorporating feedback, and communicating creative decisions.

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Work Experience

Executive Assistant at The Center for Trauma, Stress, and Anxiety

November 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026

Supported daily business operations through supply ordering, inventory tracking, office upkeep, vendor communications, and timely follow-up on operational needs. Managed executive administrative functions including calendar coordination, scheduling, meeting logistics, task tracking, reminder systems, document organization, and deliverable follow-up. Coordinated event logistics such as venue communication, supply planning, registration support, timelines, checklists, and day-of operational support. Tracked leadership commitments and cross-functional follow-through to strengthen accountability, communication, and operational continuity. Created and maintained systems for task visibility, follow-up, and internal coordination to support smoother workflows across the organization.

Intake Coordinator & Administrative Assistant at MPB Group, Inc. / Outpatient Mental Health Clinic

December 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Supported intake and front-office coordination including client communication, documentation, scheduling, and administrative follow-up in a behavioral health setting. Coordinated intake workflows, appointment scheduling, administrative follow-ups, and client-facing communication. Maintained accurate records and supported compliance-sensitive administrative processes. Communicated with clients, providers, and internal staff professionally and with care. Helped create a welcoming, organized, and responsive experience for clients navigating care.

Team Lead Manager at Clarks

August 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022

Led retail floor operations, customer experience, team coordination, and daily sales support in a fast-paced service environment. Supported store leadership with daily operations, team guidance, customer service, and sales goals. Trained and motivated associates while maintaining a professional, welcoming retail environment. Resolved customer issues with patience, tact, and brand awareness. Built practical leadership skills in communication, accountability, and service-based sales.

Sales Associate (Part-Time) at Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom

November 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Provided customer service, product education, merchandising support, and sales assistance for a specialty food retail business. Educated customers on product pairings, uses, and quality differences. Supported merchandising, inventory awareness, and day-to-day store presentation. Developed consultative sales skills through thoughtful conversations and product knowledge.

Social Media Coordinator at Brave Wilderness

September 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Supported digital content and audience engagement for a wildlife and adventure media brand. Assisted with social media content coordination, scheduling, and community engagement. Supported brand voice, visual presentation, and digital storytelling across platforms. Helped organize creative assets and communications in a fast-moving media environment. Gained experience connecting educational, nature-based content with large online audiences.

Freelance Artist

May 1, 2015 - Present

Provided multidisciplinary creative services across illustration, fine art, animation, writing, and music-related visuals, including portfolio development and independent narrative projects. Developed original artwork, visual concepts, character-driven imagery, comics, and narrative-based creative projects. Collaborated with clients, musicians, production teams, educators, non-profits, and independent creators on visual and narrative needs. Contributed to projects involving music videos, documentaries, animation, illustration, creative branding, and fine art. Managed creative timelines, revisions, client communication, file organization, and final deliverables. Built long-term creative practice across tattoo portfolio development, comics, environmental themes, music visuals, and field-note inspired work.