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Hi, I’m Laila Cook, a passionate animator and artist currently studying at Columbia College Chicago. I love bringing stories to life through animation and illustration, and I’ve had the chance to work on exciting projects like animated interviews featuring famous icons. I’m always learning and looking for new opportunities to grow in the creative industry.
With experience in various customer service roles and internships, I bring a blend of creativity and professionalism to my work. Whether working independently or on a team, I enjoy collaborating and creating visual content that tells a compelling story. I’m eager to contribute my skills to a creative team and continue developing as an animator and artist.
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Language
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Work Experience
Temporary Pool Attendant at Larkin Village, Joliet, IL
June 22, 2023 - September 4, 2023Maintained upkeep of Larkin Village’s community pool. Signed in lease holders and guests to gain access to the pool. Kept logs of pool attendance and chemical balances.
Temporary Pool Attendant at Larkin Village, Joliet, IL
June 11, 2024 - September 6, 2024Maintained upkeep of Larkin Village’s community pool. Signed in lease holders and guests to gain access to the pool. Kept logs of pool attendance and chemical balances.
Temporary Informational Desk Member at GCJ Hospitality Resources LLC, Chicago, IL
April 11, 2023 - April 16, 2023Greeted and provided customers with information about the EXPO CHGO Art Exhibition. Assisted customers, staff and resources with sign-in and ticket purchase.
Team Member at Taco Bell, Crest Hill IL
May 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021Greeted guests, maintained a clean work environment, answered questions about menu items and promotions, operated drive-thru windows, and took inventory.
Bank Teller at Abri Credit Union, Joliet IL
August 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020Served customers by completing account transactions, providing account services, and selling cashier's checks, traveler's checks, and series E bonds.
Intern at Xavatar, Chicago IL (Remote)
November 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024Worked with a team to create an animated interview of multiple famous musicians, actors, and other icons including Logic and Whoopi Goldberg. Provided illustrated storyboards for animated interviews.
Barista and Cashier at Stan’s Donuts, Wiker Park, IL
April 18, 2025 - May 19, 2025Maintained the upkeep of the Stan’s Donut shop. Served customers a variety of donuts, breakfast items and coffee. Fried, decorated, and organized donuts and served coffee.
Temporary Pool Attendant at Larkin Village, Joliet, IL
June 22, 2023 - September 4, 2023Maintained upkeep of Larkin Village’s community pool. Signed in lease holders and guests to gain access to the pool. Kept logs of who was in the pool and chemical balances in the pool.
Temporary Pool Attendant at Larkin Village, Joliet, IL
June 11, 2024 - September 6, 2024Maintained upkeep of Larkin Village’s community pool. Signed in lease holders and guests to gain access to the pool. Kept logs of who was in the pool and chemical balances in the pool.
Informational Desk Member at GCJ Hospitality Resources LLC, Chicago, IL
April 11, 2023 - April 16, 2023Greeted and provided customers with information about the EXPO CHGO Art Exhibition. Helped exhibition customers, staff and resources sign in and enter the exhibition. Allowed customers to purchase tickets to enter the exhibition.
Team Member at Taco Bell, Crest Hill, IL
May 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021Greeted guests. Maintained a clean work environment. Answered questions about menu items and promotions. Operated drive-thru windows and took inventory.
Bank Teller at Abri Credit Union, Joliet, IL
August 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020Served customers by completing account transactions. Provided account services to customers. Sold cashier's checks, traveler's checks, and series E bonds.
Intern at Xavatar, Chicago, IL (Remote)
November 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024Worked with a team to create an animated interview of multiple famous musicians, actors and other icons including Logic, Whoopi Goldberg and more. Provided illustrated storyboards for animated interviews.
Barista and Cashier at Stan’s Donuts, Wiker Park, IL
April 18, 2025 - May 19, 2025Maintained the upkeep of the Stan’s Donut shop. Served customers a variety of donuts, breakfast items and coffee. Fried, decorated and organized donuts and served coffee.
Education
High School Diploma at Joliet Township(Central) High School
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019High School Diploma at Joliet Township (Central) High School
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Financial Services
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