Devon Royer
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Talented 3D Artist with repertoire of technical skills to handle any project. Brings history of success in diverse techniques and industry applications. Consistently delivers top-quality work. Motivated Character Animator looking for new professional challenge and increasing responsibility. Knowledgeable about graphic design and print layouts for marketing purposes. Adept at bringing new life to existing characters and environments. Creative Animator with 10+ years of experience working in animation and online. Working knowledge of 2D Animation and production processes. Expert proficiency in Flash, Premiere and Photoshop and adapts drawing style to follow established style guides. Knowledgeable professional with a background in video game prototypes and development. A driven Game Developer known for reporting on the design process to the appropriate stakeholders and debugging new and existing projects. Creative Game Developer with an eye for engaging, interactive experiences. A dedicated professional with more than 6 years of experience implementing various gameplay mechanics for multiple platforms.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
3D Artists
Trass Games Inc.
04.2023 - Current
- Enhanced visual appeal of game environments by designing and modeling 3D assets.
- Collaborated with animators to create realistic character movements for an immersive gaming experience.
- Streamlined the development process by optimizing 3D models for efficient rendering and performance.
- Contributed to the creation of award-winning projects with high-quality, photorealistic renders.
- Worked closely with art directors to ensure consistency in style and quality across all 3D assets.
- Increased project efficiency by implementing rapid prototyping techniques for concept development.
- Mentored junior artists, providing guidance on best practices and industry standards in 3D modeling and texturing.
- Elevated storytelling capabilities by collaborating with writers and designers to create visually engaging content that supported narrative goals.
- Delivered high-quality work under tight deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude toward challenging tasks.
- Kept up-to-date on industry developments by attending conferences, workshops, or online courses to continuously improve skills.
Ringling VR Ambassador
Ringling College Of Art And Design
03.2022 - Current
- Increased student volunteer participation by implementing effective recruitment strategies and outreach programs.
- Organized successful volunteer events by collaborating closely with school staff, community organizations, and students.
- Enhanced the overall volunteering experience for student volunteers with consistent communication, support, and feedback.
- Built strong relationships between local nonprofits and schools by fostering partnerships that provided valuable opportunities for students.
- Promoted a positive volunteering culture within the school community through various initiatives like workshops and recognition ceremonies.
- Established clear expectations for student conduct during volunteer activities, ensuring a respectful environment towards others at all times.
- Expanded awareness about available volunteer opportunities using social media platforms targeted at reaching diverse groups of potential participants effectively.
- Fostered a sense of camaraderie among student volunteers with team-building events and activities that encouraged collaboration and mutual support.
- Maintained excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, and fellow teammates.
VR Development Student Lead
SIGGRAPH Virtual Reality 2023
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced team collaboration by effectively delegating tasks and setting clear expectations for student leads.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by addressing conflicts and providing constructive feedback to team members.
- Boosted student engagement through the implementation of interactive activities and group projects.
- Achieved team goals by consistently meeting deadlines and prioritizing time-sensitive tasks.
- Enhanced game environments by designing realistic and visually appealing 3D models and textures.
- Collaborated with design team to create immersive and dynamic levels that improved player experience.
- Optimized assets for efficient performance, ensuring smooth gameplay on various platforms.
- Contributed to the development of AAA titles by creating high-quality environment assets in a timely manner.
- Implemented creative solutions for complex visual problems, elevating overall aesthetic quality.
- Developed modular environment assets for increased efficiency and flexibility during level design phases.
- Created custom shaders to achieve unique visual effects within game environments.
- Balanced artistic vision with technical constraints, ensuring optimal performance without sacrificing quality.
- Conducted thorough research on architectural styles, materials, and historical context for accurate representation within game worlds.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in software tools, continuously improving personal skill set and techniques used in production processes.
- Proactively identified potential issues during development process, proposing effective solutions to preemptively mitigate risks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Virtual Reality Development
Ringling College of Art And Design
Sarasota, FL04.2025
Skills
- Story Development
- CAD Software
- Proficient in Rigging, Character Modeling, Animation, Architectural Design, Textures, Materials, Game Ready Asset Creation, Retopology, Sculpting, Motion Design
- Production and Processing
- Unreal Engine
- Animation
- Storytelling
- Graphic Design
- Expert in Blender, Maya, ZBrush, Unreal Engine, Unity, Adobe Substance series
Accomplishments
Recipient of the Ali and Gloria Bahaj Endowment scholarship, earned a leadership role on the 2023 SIGGRAPH Virtual Reality Theatre development, voted "Most Outstanding Sophomore" in the Virtual Reality department
Affiliations
- Ringling VR Ambassador
- Ringling Student Volunteer Ambassador
- Vice-President of the Virtual Reality Club
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
VR Development Student Lead
SIGGRAPH Virtual Reality 2023
07.2023 - 12.2023
3D Artists
Trass Games Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Ringling VR Ambassador
Ringling College Of Art And Design
03.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Virtual Reality Development
Ringling College of Art And Design
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