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Hi! I'm Sam, a creative and detail-oriented artist with a Master’s Degree in Animation and a strong background in Theatre and Costume Design. I love bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling, graphic design, and costume creation. Over the years, I've gained experience in a variety of artistic projects, from branding and event signage to costume and character design. I've had the chance to work in both customer-facing retail roles and freelance design, which has helped me develop great communication skills and a strong eye for aesthetics and functionality. I'm excited to bring my artistic expertise and technical skills to new and dynamic opportunities in the art and design industry.…Hi! I'm Sam, a creative and detail-oriented artist with a Master’s Degree in Animation and a strong background in Theatre and Costume Design. I love bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling, graphic design, and costume creation. Over the years, I've gained experience in a variety of artistic projects, from branding and event signage to costume and character design. I've had the chance to work in both customer-facing retail roles and freelance design, which has helped me develop great communication skills and a strong eye for aesthetics and functionality. I'm excited to bring my artistic expertise and technical skills to new and dynamic opportunities in the art and design industry.

Sam Flores

Freelance Digital Illustrator, Illustrator, Character Designer, +2

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Hi! I'm Sam, a creative and detail-oriented artist with a Master’s Degree in Animation and a strong background in Theatre and Costume Design. I love bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling, graphic design, and costume creation. Over the years, I've gained experience in a variety of artistic projects, from branding and event signage to costume and character design. I've had the chance to work in both customer-facing retail roles and freelance design, which has helped me develop great communication skills and a strong eye for aesthetics and functionality. I'm excited to bring my artistic expertise and technical skills to new and dynamic opportunities in the art and design industry.…Hi! I'm Sam, a creative and detail-oriented artist with a Master’s Degree in Animation and a strong background in Theatre and Costume Design. I love bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling, graphic design, and costume creation. Over the years, I've gained experience in a variety of artistic projects, from branding and event signage to costume and character design. I've had the chance to work in both customer-facing retail roles and freelance design, which has helped me develop great communication skills and a strong eye for aesthetics and functionality. I'm excited to bring my artistic expertise and technical skills to new and dynamic opportunities in the art and design industry.

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Hi! I’m Sam, a creative and detail-oriented artist with a Master’s Degree in Animation and a strong background in Theatre and Costume Design. I love bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling, graphic design, and costume creation. Over the years, I’ve gained experience in a variety of artistic projects, from branding and event signage to costume and character design.

I’ve had the chance to work in both customer-facing retail roles and freelance design, which has helped me develop great communication skills and a strong eye for aesthetics and functionality. I’m excited to bring my artistic expertise and technical skills to new and dynamic opportunities in the art and design industry.

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Work Experience

Freelance Designer, Illustrator, Cosplayer at spotsnink

May 1, 2018 - Present

Freelance work involving design, illustration, and cosplay projects while maintaining an active Instagram portfolio.

Retail Specialist/Dog Handler at Urban Pooch

September 1, 2024 - Present

Sold products tailored for dog owners, handled and assisted dogs in daycare and grooming, answered product and service inquiries via telephone, and maintained a clean and stocked store environment.

Custom Framer/Sales Associate at Blick Art Materials

September 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025

Worked in a fast-paced retail environment as a sales associate and custom framer, educating customers on products, providing assistance and advice, engaging in professional dialogue, training new team members, and managing daily store tasks and product displays.

Patient Appointment Coordinator at Scotsdale Women's Center

December 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025

Managed appointment confirmations, client communication and records, handled incoming calls and inquiries, resolved customer issues, maintained confidentiality, and assisted with client onboarding and paperwork.

Custom Framer at Frame Chicago

December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025

Assembled and built framed pieces including matting, mounting, shadow boxes, and canvas stretching, provided customer service and design advice, managed shipments and supplies, and collaborated with a professional team on projects.

House Manager at Lookingglass Theatre

April 30, 2020 - July 22, 2025

Managed theatre front of house operations including audience and staff assistance, ticket sales, telephone handling, subscription management, pre-show setup, and post-show duties.

Freelance Designer, Illustrator, Cosplayer at spotsnink

May 1, 2018 - Present

Freelance designer, illustrator, and cosplayer, creating diverse artistic content and cosplay work showcased on social media.

Retail Specialist/Dog Handler at Urban Pooch

September 1, 2024 - Present

Managed retail sales tailored to dog owners’ needs, handled and assisted in the movement of dogs to daycare and grooming facilities, answered telephone inquiries, and maintained store presentation and stock.

Custom Framer/Sales Associate at Blick Art Materials

September 1, 2024 - July 30, 2025

Worked in a fast-paced retail environment selling art products, grew into a custom framer role, educated customers on products, engaged in customer service and training new team members, managed stock and maintained store quality and presentation.

Patient Appointment Coordinator at Scotsdale Women's Center

December 1, 2023 - July 30, 2025

Handled appointment confirmations, client communication, record updates, phone and email correspondence, problem resolution, confidentiality maintenance, onboarding new clients, and managing multiple deadlines.

Custom Framer at Frame Chicago

December 1, 2022 - July 30, 2025

Specialized in custom framing assembly and design, providing exceptional customer service, assisting customers with design advice, managing shipments and supplies, and collaborating within a professional team.

House Manager at Lookingglass Theatre

April 1, 2020 - July 30, 2025

Managed frontline operations for a major theatre company, assisting audiences, staff and crew, handled box office duties, ticketing, customer service, and coordinated theatre pre-show and post-show activities.