Open To Work
Brendan Rader
Orlando,FL
Summary
Experienced 3D artist equipped with strong expertise in modeling and texturing. Proven track record in delivering high-quality assets across various projects. Strong team player and adaptable to meet evolving project needs. Adept at using industry-standard software and tools, ensuring reliable and timely results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
3D Artist
Mass Virtual Inc
Orlando, FL
02.2024 - 01.2026
- Created detailed 3D representations of aircraft components and equipment for integration into VR training modules.
- Created multiple smart materials to maintain consistency and enhance overall asset quality.
- Baked down textures and reduced poly count of pre-existing assets to create optimized distance models.
- Coordinated with artists and designers to ensure assets were developed according to exact specifications for intended interactivity.
3D Artist
General Dynamics Information Tech
Orlando, FL
05.2021 - 02.2024
- Developed roughly 100 distance models of buildings and structures for GDIT's maritime training simulator.
- Implemented assets into our training simulator for over 20 learning modules using GDIT’s proprietary editor.
- Developed tileable textures and trim sheets utilizing real-world imagery.
- Enhanced and optimized existing assets to uphold visual quality and performance standards.
- Guided newer employees in mastering GDIT's visual pipeline and proprietary editor.
3D Artist (Contract)
Captilight
Orlando, FL
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed visual performance for Path of Kami to run at a smooth 60 fps through effective LOD utilization, draw call management, and texture resolution optimization.
- Executed asset placement in accordance with designers' white box specifications.
- Created a comprehensive modular kit that integrates diverse building pieces, leveraging a singular trimsheet for efficiency.
- Conducted regular playtests to deliver comprehensive feedback to programmers and address art-related issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media: Game Design
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL06-2020
Skills
- 3D Modeling
- Digital Sculpting
- PBR Materials
- UVs
- Set Dressing
- Rendering
- Maya
- Zbrush
- Substance Painter
- Substance Designer
- Photoshop
- Unreal Engine 4
- Unreal Engine 5
- Unity
- SpeedTree
- Marmoset Toolbag
Timeline
3D Artist
Mass Virtual Inc
02.2024 - 01.2026
3D Artist (Contract)
Captilight
11.2021 - 12.2022
3D Artist
General Dynamics Information Tech
05.2021 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media: Game Design
University of Central Florida