Hi there! I'm Parker McClay, a passionate illustrator with a love for storytelling through art. My journey has led me to creating both digital and traditional illustrations for children's books, which allows me to combine my imagination with meaningful narratives. I thrive on collaboration, working closely with authors and publishers to bring their visions to life. When I'm not illustrating, I enjoy exploring different art techniques and staying updated with the latest design trends. My mission is to inspire young readers through captivating visuals and engaging stories. I believe that every illustration has the power to spark imagination and foster a love for reading.…

Parker McClay

Hi there! I'm Parker McClay, a passionate illustrator with a love for storytelling through art. My journey has led me to creating both digital and traditional illustrations for children's books, which allows me to combine my imagination with meaningful narratives. I thrive on collaboration, working closely with authors and publishers to bring their visions to life. When I'm not illustrating, I enjoy exploring different art techniques and staying updated with the latest design trends. My mission is to inspire young readers through captivating visuals and engaging stories. I believe that every illustration has the power to spark imagination and foster a love for reading.…

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Hi there! I’m Parker McClay, a passionate illustrator with a love for storytelling through art. My journey has led me to creating both digital and traditional illustrations for children’s books, which allows me to combine my imagination with meaningful narratives. I thrive on collaboration, working closely with authors and publishers to bring their visions to life.

When I’m not illustrating, I enjoy exploring different art techniques and staying updated with the latest design trends. My mission is to inspire young readers through captivating visuals and engaging stories. I believe that every illustration has the power to spark imagination and foster a love for reading.

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Work Experience

Cafeteria Supervisor at FLIK Hospitality Group
January 1, 2024 - Present
Responsible for Menu design and implementation. Assists with stock and inventory management. Assigns daily employee tasks; monitors activity and completion. Manages multiple projects and deadlines, adhering to client standards.
Shift Supervisor at Starbuck
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Built rapport with new and returning customers. Personalizes cups, name tags, and space for holidays and events. Defuses conflict calmly and courteously.
Illustrator at FLIK Hospitality Group
January 1, 2022 - Present
As an illustrator, I create compelling visuals for various projects, focusing on illustrations for children's literature. My responsibilities include collaborating with authors to develop concepts, executing artwork in different styles, and ensuring deadlines are met for publication.
Assistant Cash Dept. Head at Stop & Shop
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Excelled in multiple store positions. Managed schedules, found coverage, and maneuvered short-handed shifts. Verified totals, checked store transfer, and assisted with price changes.
Starbucks Barista at Starbucks
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Provided exceptional customer service, crafted beverages according to standard recipes, and created a welcoming atmosphere for customers. Additionally, maintained cleanliness and organization of the workspace.

Education

BFA at Lesley University
August 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Visual Narrative Minor
BFA Illustration at Lesley University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Other
    Aesop's Fables
    Designed several digital illustrations based on Aesop's Fables using Adobe Photoshop.…
    Little Hector
    Illustrated 24 pages and cover for children's book 'Little Hector' in digital water color style.…
    Little Bird
    illustrator A 30 page children's book aimed at younger children, following. a young penguin trying to find where he fits in. Each page was digitally illustrated using a soft watercolor texture.…