I am an animator and illustrator with a passion for self-expression in both traditional and digital arts. I have stayed involved in entrepreneurship through freelance work for nine years, multimedia animation ads, and have strong writing and math skills. Not only effective in independent work, but also motivated and supportive in a team setting.…

Caroline Gillaspy

I am an animator and illustrator with a passion for self-expression in both traditional and digital arts. I have stayed involved in entrepreneurship through freelance work for nine years, multimedia animation ads, and have strong writing and math skills. Not only effective in independent work, but also motivated and supportive in a team setting.…

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I am an animator and illustrator with a passion for self-expression in both traditional and digital arts.
I have stayed involved in entrepreneurship through freelance work for nine years, multimedia animation ads, and have strong writing and math skills. Not only effective in independent work, but also motivated and supportive in a team setting.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Multimedia Specialist/Animator at Expo Ballroom and Events Center
January 1, 2025 - Present
Create, promote, and maintain the social media and online presence for the largest event center in southwest Houston.
Internship (Main Animator) at Purpose Driven Films LLC
September 30, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Main animator for the production company Purpose Driven Films. Worked in hybrid and team settings using hardware, tools, and Adobe suite (Photoshop, Animate) on projects for customers.
Academic Peer Coach (part-time) at Houston Christian University
November 30, 2023 - July 17, 2025
Helped students improve academic performance on behalf of TRIO program.
Hannah Scofield Satire Class internship at Houston Christian University
November 30, 2023 - July 17, 2025
Animate, edit and co-direct cartoon shorts for students using OpenToonz.
Freelance Animator, Artist and Crafter at Self-Employed
March 1, 2017 - Present
Produced animations, art and décor for online side income via Fiverr and Etsy.
Multimedia Specialist/Animator at Expo Event Center
January 1, 2025 - November 10, 2025
Promote and maintain the social media presence and ad creation for a major event center in southwest Houston.
Animation Intern at Purpose Driven Films LLC
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Main animator for the production company; worked in hybrid and team settings using hardware and Adobe suite (Photoshop, Animate) on documentary and advertising projects.
Academic Peer Coach (Part-time) at Houston Christian University
November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Helped students improve academic performance on behalf of TRIO program.
Freelance Illustrator/Animator at Freelance
March 1, 2017 - November 10, 2025
Produce animations, art and décor for online side income via Fiverr and Etsy.
Catering and Set Maintenance (Volunteer) at Do No Harm - Christopher Hartwell (Independent Film)
June 11, 2023 - June 11, 2023
Catering and set maintenance crew member; volunteered six days per week for two weeks of filming. (Screened at Cannes Film Fest 2025)
Participant - OLLU Research Study in Creativity and Leadership at Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU)
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Participated in the study for one month; activities measuring levels of creative thinking.
Multi-media Specialist/Animator at Expo Event Center
January 1, 2025 - Present
Promote and maintain the social media presence and ad creation for a major event center in southwest Houston.
Animator (Intern) at Purpose Driven Films LLC
April 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Main animator for the production company. Worked in hybrid and team settings using hardware and Adobe suite (Photoshop, Animate) on documentary and advertising projects for customers.
Academic Peer Coach at Houston Christian University
August 1, 2021 - November 30, 2023
Helped students improve academic performance on behalf of the TRIO program.
Animation Intern at Hannah Scoffield Sa Fre Class
August 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
Animate, edit and co-direct cartoon shorts for students using OpenToonz.
Freelance Animator at AnimaFon, Art and Craft (Freelance)
March 1, 2017 - Present
Produce animations, art and décor for online side income via Fiverr and Etsy.
Crew Member (Catering and Set Maintenance) at Christopher Hartwell’s independent film Do No Harm
May 25, 2023 - June 11, 2023
Catering and set maintenance crew member; volunteered during six days of filming.
Research Study Participant at OLLU Research Study in Creativity and Leadership
September 1, 2021 - September 30, 2021
Participated in the study for one month; activities measured levels of creative thinking.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Houston Christian University
September 1, 2019 - May 31, 2024
Undergraduate at Wharton County Junior College
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2019
Bachelor of Arts in Narrative Arts and Digital Media, Minor in General Business at Houston Christian University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Undergraduate coursework in Engineering at Wharton County Junior College
September 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Undergraduate coursework in Engineering at Wharton County Junior College
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Narrative Arts and Digital Media, Minor in General Business at Houston Christian University
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024
Unreal Engine 5 Fundamentals Cohort and Filmmaker Training at CG Pro Training Center
March 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025

Qualifications

CG Pro training Center Unreal Engine 5 Update Training
March 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
Grace Hopper Scholarship
September 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Grace Hopper Scholarship
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020
Grace Hopper Scholarship
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020

Industry Experience

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

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