Emily Cooperstein

Bio

Emily Cooperstein

https://emilycooperstein.squarespace.com – emilyhcooperstein@gmail.com – (516) 236-5534 – Mineola, NY

WORK EXPERIENCE

Freelance Visual Artist – Garden City, NY March 2023 – Present

Collaborate with DJs and sound artists to create real-time audio-reactive visuals, enhancing the live performance experience through industry-standard software.
Develop custom visual concepts and designs tailored to match  the specific music style and atmosphere of each event
Communicated effectively with clients to understand their artistic vision, requirements, and deadlines.
Delivered visually engaging visuals within agreed-upon timeframes, ensuring client satisfaction.

Free People – Garden City, NY                     June 2022 – Present

Keyholder

Responsible for managing daily store operations and driving sales for a leading fashion retailer.
Achieved consistently high customer satisfaction ratings by providing exceptional customer service
Facilitated effective communication and collaboration between management and the sales team, fostering a cohesive and high-performing team dynamic.

Ruby and Jenna – Oceanside, NY                 August 2020– August 2021

Keyholder

Coordinated daily store operations and provided exceptional customer service for a popular boutique clothing store.
Managed inventory and conducted visual merchandising to create an inviting and cohesive store environment

Stealth Startup – Remote                     January 2019 – January 2020

Packaging Designer

Collaborated with a team of designers and engineers to create innovative packaging solutions for a startup company.
Utilized graphic design skills to develop packaging designs that were both visually appealing and functional.

EDUCATION

Pratt Institute – Brooklyn, NY                                 May  2023

MFA Digital Art, Major: Interactive Art

Graduated with distinction, 3.96 GPA
Coursework included interactive design, programming, and emerging technologies, culminating in an MFA thesis project exploring the intersection of art and technology.

Muhlenberg College – Allentown, PA                         May  2020

BFA Studio Art

Coursework included painting, drawing, sculpture, and printmaking, culminating in a studio art thesis exhibition.
Competed on the indoor and outdoor track and field teams, serving as team captain during junior and senior years

AWARDS & SKILLS

Awards: Dean’s Offices Award for work done on quick response, a site-specific interactive installation at the heart of Pratt Institute’s Brooklyn campus celebrating community during the pandemic

Skills: Touchdesigner, Arduino IDE, Houdini, Adobe Suite, Blender, Processing, AR/VR