Alex Fleigel

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Freelance Illustrator, Concept Artist & Graphic Designer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Create original illustrations, paintings, and digital artwork for independent clients and creative projects. Design branding materials including logos, promotional graphics, and visual identities for small businesses. Produce character designs, concept art, and worldbuilding visuals for creative media. Develop cover art for comics, graphic novels, and promotional campaigns. Manage client communications, commissions, contracts, and project timelines. Organize marketing campaigns and manage social media platforms for art promotion. Design clothing merchandise and product visuals for small brands. Provide consistent client support and customer service throughout creative projects.
Character Designer / Concept Artist at Freelance
January 1, 2019 - Present
Develop original character designs and visual concepts for storytelling projects. Create design sheets, pose explorations, and expression studies. Contribute visual development work for comics and narrative media. Collaborate with writers and creators to bring characters and worlds to life.
Logo Designer / Branding Artist at Freelance
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed custom logos and branding packages for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Developed visual identities including color systems, typography, and merchandise designs. Created graphics for promotional materials, apparel, and digital marketing.
Retail & Customer Service at Various Chicago Retail Locations
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Provided customer service and sales support in fast-paced retail environments. Assisted customers with purchases and product recommendations. Maintained store organization, cashier duties, and inventory support.
Nanny
August 14, 2014 - Present
Pick up two children from school and walk children home; Cook and clean for children; Help children with homework; Assist children in taking care of themselves
Apprentice at Afterschool Matters
July 15, 2015 - August 15, 2015
Created a mural; Made designs that were stencil onto shirts; Character design
Apprentice at Afterschool Matters
October 15, 2015 - May 1, 2016
Caricature collection project; Designed phone cases; Designed/Sewed shirts
Sales Associate at A'Gaci
June 12, 2017 - Present
Organized go-backs (clothes); Fitting rooms; Cashier; Shoes sales
Sales Associate at Charlotte Russe
August 4, 2017 - Present
Organized go-backs (clothes); Fitting rooms; Cashier; Shoes sales
Cashier at Harry & David
September 10, 2017 - January 7, 2018
Cashier; Shocking product; Made/Designed gift baskets
Cashier at Little Caesars
June 18, 2018 - January 20, 2020
Cashier; Cleaning; Cooking
Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator
January 20, 2020 - March 23, 2023
Creating logo designs for small businesses; Designing cover art for artists and other promotional purposes; Organize business websites and social media; Daily customer service with clients; Daily social media management; Designed clothing merchandise
Nanny at Self-Employed
August 14, 2014 - Present
Picked up two children from school and walked them home; Cooked and cleaned for children; Helped children with homework; Assisted children in taking care of themselves.
Apprentice at After School Matters
July 15, 2015 - August 15, 2015
Created a mural; Made designs that were stencil ed onto shirts; Character design.
Apprentice at After School Matters
October 1, 2015 - May 1, 2016
Caricature collection project; Designed phone cases; Designed/Se w ed shirts.
Sales Associate at A’Gaci
June 12, 2017 - Present
Organized go-backs (clothes); Fitting rooms; Cashier; Shoes sales.
Graphic Designer / Illustrator at Freelance
January 20, 2020 - March 23, 2023
Creating logo designs for small businesses; Designing cover art for artists and other promotional purposes; Organizing business websites and social media; Daily customer service with clients; Daily social media management; Designed clothing merchandise.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
High School Diploma at Chicago Math and Science Academy
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2017
High School Diploma at Chicago Math and Science Academy
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor's Degree at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
High School Diploma at Chicago Math and Science Academy
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor's Degree at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026
First Aid
January 11, 2030 - May 24, 2026
CPR
January 11, 2030 - May 24, 2026
Lifeguard
January 11, 2030 - May 24, 2026
Merit Roll
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Merit Roll
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014
Anime Art Competition
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Talent Show Winner
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Young Authors 1st Place
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Young Authors 1st Place
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other