Amy Krekelberg
3D Artist
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Talented 3D Artist with 4+ years of experience using 3D modeling software. Highly skilled in industry applications such as Maya and Photoshop. Experienced in collaborating with other artists on large-scale projects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Technical 3D Artist
O'Neil
2023.06 - 2024.09
- Worked with other artists, animators and programmers to execute projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Worked with various aspects of 3D pipeline, including modeling, texturing, animation, rendering and compositing.
- Optimized 3D models for game engines such as Unity through retopology and reducing polygon count.
- Communicated and coordinated with team of artists, animators and programmers through Microsoft Teams.
2D Environment Artist
Xzaviah J. Stone Sr
2022.10 - 4 2023
- Turned concept art into fully rendered 2D backgrounds for short animation - "Nalb Noum."
- Applied color theory and lighting techniques in illustrations which added excitement, focus and depth
- Created a design consistent with director's vision and other artists work by following strict design specifications and keeping in constant communication with the lead artist.
Environment Artist - "One Teddy Lost"
University of Wisconsin - Stout
2020.09 - 2021.04
- Using Unity and Maya, lead design and modeling of an abandoned factory.
- Kept to strict deadlines and successfully collaborated with eleven teammates by communicating both in person and remotely.
- Participated in regular feedback sessions, refining artistic direction and maintaining consistency across projects.
- Presented fully realized and polished game to public at 2021 Stout Game Expo.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Game Design -
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Menomonie, WI 2017.05 - 2021.05
Skills
3D Modeling
Autodesk Maya
Blender
Team Player
Technical Illustration
Texture Mapping & Texturing
Compositing (Adobe Photoshop)
Unity
Unreal Engine
Timeline
Technical 3D Artist
O'Neil
2023.06 - 2024.09
2D Environment Artist
Xzaviah J. Stone Sr
2022.10 - 4 2023
Environment Artist - "One Teddy Lost"
University of Wisconsin - Stout
2020.09 - 2021.04
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Game Design -
University of Wisconsin - Stout
2017.05 - 2021.05
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