BIO
Passionate 3D artist with a strong foundation in game development and asset creation. Experienced in 3D modeling, texturing, and animation using industry-standard tools. Seeking a 3D Environment Artist position to contribute creative and technically optimized assets for immersive gaming experiences.
Passionate 3D artist with a strong foundation in game development and asset creation. Experienced in 3D modeling, texturing, and animation using industry-standard tools. Seeking a 3D Environment Artist position to contribute creative and technically optimized assets for immersive gaming experiences.
PROGRAMS
Maya
Blender
ZBrush
Substance Painter
Unity
Unreal
photoshop/ illustrator
Maya
Blender
ZBrush
Substance Painter
Unity
Unreal
photoshop/ illustrator
SKILLS
3D Modeling & Sculpting
UV mapping
Texturing
Shading
Lighting
Rigging
Animation
Rendering
Visual Storytelling
Problem-solving within game development constraints
Environment Design: Realistic and stylized art styles
Certified in Photoshop and Illustrator
3D Modeling & Sculpting
UV mapping
Texturing
Shading
Lighting
Rigging
Animation
Rendering
Visual Storytelling
Problem-solving within game development constraints
Environment Design: Realistic and stylized art styles
Certified in Photoshop and Illustrator
EXPERIENCE
Game Development Intern |Jendia Studio, Dallas, TX| May-July 2023
Created 3D models for a new game environment, adhering to the art director's style guidelines
Applied consistent art style across multiple assets
Developed UV maps for all created models, ensuring optimal texturing
Created 3D models for a new game environment, adhering to the art director's style guidelines
Applied consistent art style across multiple assets
Developed UV maps for all created models, ensuring optimal texturing
Graphic Design Intern |Stokes Sign Company, Austin, TX| May-July 2013
Designed and produced wall art stickers from concept to final decal
Created client thumbnails, demonstrating an ability to translate ideas into visual concepts
Designed and produced wall art stickers from concept to final decal
Created client thumbnails, demonstrating an ability to translate ideas into visual concepts
EDUCATION
Vandegrift High School, Austin |Graduated with honors| 2020
University of Texas at Dallas, Dallas |Graduated May 2024
Bachelor of Arts| Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communications (ATEC)
Coursework in all stages of the game development lifecycle
Focus on 3D design and asset creation
Bachelor of Arts| Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communications (ATEC)
Coursework in all stages of the game development lifecycle
Focus on 3D design and asset creation
PROJECTS
3D Portfolio (Available at https://rileyemanuel.myportfolio.com/)
Showcase of original 3D environment designs demonstrating proficiency in modeling, texturing, and lighting
Examples of both realistic and stylized art styles
Emphasis on environment optimization for game environments
Showcase of original 3D environment designs demonstrating proficiency in modeling, texturing, and lighting
Examples of both realistic and stylized art styles
Emphasis on environment optimization for game environments
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Passionate about game development and creating engaging lifelike 3D environments
Active participant in Dungeons & Dragons (7 years), demonstrating creativity and collaborative storytelling
Continuously expanding knowledge of industry tools and techniques through self-study and personal projects
Active participant in Dungeons & Dragons (7 years), demonstrating creativity and collaborative storytelling
Continuously expanding knowledge of industry tools and techniques through self-study and personal projects
Hobbies and Interests
Dungeons & Dragons Enthusiast (7 years)
Demonstrate strategic thinking, teamwork, and creative problem-solving through regular participation in tabletop role-playing games.
Demonstrate strategic thinking, teamwork, and creative problem-solving through regular participation in tabletop role-playing games.
MMA | kickboxing (2 years)
Increasing strength both mentally and fiscally, invoking confidence and leadership.
Increasing strength both mentally and fiscally, invoking confidence and leadership.
Organized and executed a neighborhood Halloween scavenger hunt for various ages and had a large portion of the neighborhood participate.