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Hi, I'm Tiffany Cartagena. I currently work as a Youth Associate at the Bellwood Public Library where I assist with program planning, library technology, and community engagement. I enjoy helping patrons find the right books and resources, and I take pride in creating connections that encourage regular visits to the library. Before this role, I ran my own custom art painting business and developed a website that boosted my sales. I have experience in customer service and hospitality, and have some college education which has helped me build strong organizational and technical skills. I'm always eager to learn new things and contribute positively to my community.…Hi, I'm Tiffany Cartagena. I currently work as a Youth Associate at the Bellwood Public Library where I assist with program planning, library technology, and community engagement. I enjoy helping patrons find the right books and resources, and I take pride in creating connections that encourage regular visits to the library. Before this role, I ran my own custom art painting business and developed a website that boosted my sales. I have experience in customer service and hospitality, and have some college education which has helped me build strong organizational and technical skills. I'm always eager to learn new things and contribute positively to my community.

Tiffany Cartagena

Artist, Illustrator, Tattoo Illustrator, +2

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Hi, I'm Tiffany Cartagena. I currently work as a Youth Associate at the Bellwood Public Library where I assist with program planning, library technology, and community engagement. I enjoy helping patrons find the right books and resources, and I take pride in creating connections that encourage regular visits to the library. Before this role, I ran my own custom art painting business and developed a website that boosted my sales. I have experience in customer service and hospitality, and have some college education which has helped me build strong organizational and technical skills. I'm always eager to learn new things and contribute positively to my community.…Hi, I'm Tiffany Cartagena. I currently work as a Youth Associate at the Bellwood Public Library where I assist with program planning, library technology, and community engagement. I enjoy helping patrons find the right books and resources, and I take pride in creating connections that encourage regular visits to the library. Before this role, I ran my own custom art painting business and developed a website that boosted my sales. I have experience in customer service and hospitality, and have some college education which has helped me build strong organizational and technical skills. I'm always eager to learn new things and contribute positively to my community.

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Hi, I’m Tiffany Cartagena. I currently work as a Youth Associate at the Bellwood Public Library where I assist with program planning, library technology, and community engagement. I enjoy helping patrons find the right books and resources, and I take pride in creating connections that encourage regular visits to the library.

Before this role, I ran my own custom art painting business and developed a website that boosted my sales. I have experience in customer service and hospitality, and have some college education which has helped me build strong organizational and technical skills. I’m always eager to learn new things and contribute positively to my community.

Skills

Acrylic Illustration

Pencil Illustration

Tattoo Design

Watercolour Illustration

Work Experience

Youth Associate at Bellwood Public Library

September 1, 2024 - Present

Assisted with program planning, development, and implementation, supported library collection development, and troubleshot library technology such as computers, scanners, and printers. Offered guidance to patrons on library services and technology, helped patrons find age-appropriate books and resources, and provided instruction on using library technology effectively. Represented the library at school visits and community events to promote resources, maintained the library's organization and cleanliness, and built relationships with patrons to encourage regular attendance at programs.

Painter at CreaTiff Custom Art

September 1, 2024 - August 11, 2025

Processed custom painting orders from customers and created bespoke artwork. Managed the shipping and delivery of paintings to homes and businesses. Maintained an updated inventory of painting materials and developed a business website that increased sales by approximately $100 per month.

Customer Service Representative at Insure On The Spot

December 1, 2019 - August 11, 2025

Assisted customers with insurance verification, created new insurance policies, handled payments, troubleshot errors, and answered questions related to insurance policies.

Server/Waitress at Chili's

October 1, 2019 - August 11, 2025

Created a comfortable and clean environment for guests, communicated with employees about orders and guest needs, took orders, served food, and processed payments.