Renee Zhou
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile Junior 3D Artist with a strong work ethic committed to the continuous development of skills. Proficient in 3D character modeling & animation as well as 2D design. Attuned to meeting deadlines and fulfilling project needs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/Modeler/Rigger/Animator/Compositor
Senior Capstone Film
08.2023 - Current
- Supported team collaboration by implementing effective communication strategies and regular meetings
- Designed, modeled, rigged, and animated 3D characters for 3-minute 3D short film Infection Protocol currently in production
- Collaborated with peers to develop engaging story and script
- Utilized technical and artistic skills to troubleshoot and enhance quality of work
- Created and managed production schedule to ensure successful completion of tasks within deadlines
Undergrad Research Assistantship
DePaul University
06.2022 - Current
- Selected by professor to join artistic team
- Created high-quality textures for characters, environments, and props for short film Gamiconicron
- Utilized Substance Painter to achieve detailed textures and surfaces
- Conducted research and gathered references to inform creation of textures and maintain accuracy
- Implemented feedback from art directors and supervisors to achieve desired aesthetic goals
Education
Bachelor of Arts - 3D Animation
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06.2024
Skills
- 3D Modeling
- Sculpting
- Retopology
- Texturing & UV Layout
- Lighting & Rendering
- Character Animation
- Concept Design
- 3D Printing
- Rigging
- Compositing
- Painting
Softwares
- Maya
- Zbrush
- Advanced Skeleton
- Redshift
- Adobe Suite (Substance Painter, Premiere, After Effects)
- TVpaint
Collaborative Experience
Character Modeler
DePaul 3D Production Film Project: "Buff" Aug 2022 - March 2023
- Designed, modeled, and rigged the Fool
DePaul 3D Production Film Project "Demon Cake" Aug 2022 - December 2022
- Modeled Bean
Timeline
Director/Modeler/Rigger/Animator/Compositor
Senior Capstone Film
08.2023 - Current
Undergrad Research Assistantship
DePaul University
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - 3D Animation
DePaul University
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