RICKY RUFF
Stone Mtn,GA
Summary
Innovative 3D Artist adept at developing architectural animations and managing high-volume deliverables under stringent timelines. Collaborative team player promotes strong 3D rendering skills and expert-level 3D Studio max mastery.
Creative visualization excels in team-driven and autonomous roles with expertise in 3D modeling and rendering. Proactive problem-solver with exceptional communication skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
3D Architecture Visualizer Consultant
Stone Mountain, GA
05.2024 - Current
- Consulted for Randall-Paulson Architects, also creating visuals for clients such as Cooper Carry, Inc. and Brasfield & Gorrie.
- Created 3D models of buildings and interiors for clients using software such as 3ds Max, Revit, and Lumion.
- Researched client specifications to ensure accuracy in architectural design elements.
- Rendered high-resolution images for use in marketing collateral and webpages.
- Integrated animations into visualizations for presentations and walkthroughs.
3D Visualizer
Randall-Paulson Architects
Roswell, GA
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Produced 3D visualizations for industrial warehouse & commercial properties.
- Created 3D models of buildings and interiors for architects using software such as 3ds Max, Revit, and Lumion.
- Organized digital assets within a centralized database system.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Collaborated with architects and designers to create realistic visuals.
- Developed detailed textures, materials, lighting, and camera angles to accurately represent building designs.
Owner
Architecture Presentation Pros
Stone Mountain, GA
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Collaborated with directors and clients by editing visuals and listening to feedback.
- Created intricate and visually clear 3D renderings as part of major project proposals for architectural firms.
CREATIVE VISUALIZATION
Maxwavemedia
Marietta, GA
01.2007 - 03.2020
- Created high quality presentation materials to support projects in the fields of architecture, interior design, urban design, landscape, and master planning
- Designed and created interior and exterior 3D scenes from pre-production to post-production
- Created renders, animations and VR walkthrough.
3D MODELING ARTIST
Double Raven Studios LLC
Atlanta, GA
01.2006 - 11.2006
- Modeling, lighting, textures, animated scenes
- Composited videos with real footage and integrated 3D
- Collaborated with creative design team to complete projects on tight deadlines.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Allison Research Technologies
Atlanta, GA
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Design and created stores for product displays in 3D
- Modeling, lighting, textures, animated scenes
- Composited videos with real time footage and integrated 3D
- Executed projects and manage to time/budget parameters
- Reference CAD blue prints to archive measurements for complex architectures
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
X Factory Studios
Atlanta, GA
01.2003 - 09.2004
- Manage a team of artist on multiple strategic accounts
- Supervised, lead, inspire and mentored a team on various creative levels
- Creative conceptualization and design in 3-D graphic applications for games and shorts
- Execute projects and manage to time/budget parameters
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Animation
Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GASkills
- Autodesk 3D Studio Max
- 3D Rendering
- Animated Videos
- V-ray Lighting
- Adobe Master Suite
- Lumion Pro
- SketchUp
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Microsoft office
- Website Creation
- Video Editing
- 360 Virtual Reality Tours
Timeline
Owner
3D Architecture Visualizer Consultant
05.2024 - Current
3D Visualizer
Randall-Paulson Architects
03.2022 - 05.2024
Owner
Architecture Presentation Pros
03.2020 - 03.2022
CREATIVE VISUALIZATION
Maxwavemedia
01.2007 - 03.2020
3D MODELING ARTIST
Double Raven Studios LLC
01.2006 - 11.2006
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Allison Research Technologies
01.2005 - 01.2006
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
X Factory Studios
01.2003 - 09.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Animation
Art Institute of Atlanta
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