3D Environment Artist

Stephen Haddock-Weiler

● 973-***-**** ● *********.***@*****.*** ●

● https://secondshadow.artstation.com ● www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-haddock-weiler ● 3D Artist

A seasoned 3D Artist with 10+ years of experience crafting immersive environments, real-time assets, and innovative solutions across gaming, film, and government applications. Specializing in high-fidelity visual storytelling, digital environments, and VR/AR simulations. Adept in Unreal Engine, photogrammetry, and collaborative pipelines. Portfolio includes credits on six major entertainment productions, including Star Wars, Marvel, and DC; along with one indie game release. Known for adaptability, attention to detail, and team-focused execution.

Skills

Technical Skills: Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, Digital Sculpting, Environment Design, Hard Surface Modeling, Lighting, Photogrammetry, Texturing, UVW Mapping, Virtual Reality, 3D Printing Software: Autodesk 3DS Max, Autodesk Maya, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, Jira, Perforce, Reality Capture, Sourcetree, Substance Designer, Substance Painter, Unity 3D, Unreal Engine, ZBrush Creative Skills: Color Theory, Creative Writing, Style Adaptability, Silhouette & Shape Language, Worldbuilding

Soft Skills: Communication, Task Organization, Project Management, Conflict Resolution, Flexibility, Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail

Professional Experience

3D Artist / Owner

Shadowbox Interactive LLC Nov 2024 – Present

● Consult with former clients for government projects.

● Design and develop assets for multiple concurrent projects with a focus on consistency and performance.

● Implement and optimize UI/UX elements within Unreal Engine 5.

● Create modular digital assets for varied use across environments and applications such as games, film, and simulations.

Level Developer

SWDTech Games (Remote) June 2013 – Present Contract

● Designed and scripted over 1000 in-game cinematic events to enhance player immersion.

● Optimized navigation and visual storytelling elements in collaboration with artists and programmers.

● Managed sprite and asset organization to streamline scene development.

● Presenting our game(s) at several different conventions to consumers and media representatives.

● Released Title

Pixel Noir (2024) - Level Developer and Event Designer Adjunct Professor – 3D Modeling & Environment Design Fairleigh Dickinson University (Madison, NJ) Jan 2024 – Present

● Instruct undergraduate students on 3D workflows and industry-standard software.

● Developed curriculum to support hands-on learning and portfolio development.

● Mentored students and provided personalized feedback on projects. VFX Artist

Para Futura LLC (Remote) Oct 2023 – Sept 2024

● Built interactive 3D environments and immersive levels using Unreal Engine 5 to both simulate real world conditions and produce promotional material.

● Created custom particle effects and visualizations for conceptual technologies. Unreal Artist

Cantina Creative (Remote) Mar 2023 – Oct 2023

● Optimized third-party assets for aesthetic consistency and improved performance by 20%.

● Collaborated with stakeholders to align visuals with technical and narrative goals. 3D Artist

Enduvo (Remote) Nov 2022 – Feb 2023 Contract

● Was brought on to help get a project that was behind schedule, during which time not only was it completed on time I was able to implement an improved pipeline that not only sped-up asset creation but also improved overall asset quality.

● Developed over 50 high-detail assets for VR-based training modules.

● Reviewed and integrated third-party assets for compatibility and performance. 3D Environment Artist (Film)

Happy Mushroom / Narwhal Studios (Remote) Oct 2020 – Oct 2022

● Created photogrammetry-based environment assets for ILM Volume productions.

● Partnered with creative leads to ensure visual fidelity across virtual sets.

● Released Titles (Happy Mushroom)

Black Adam (2022) - Virtual Art Department (VAD) Artist

Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022) Photogrammetry/VAD Artist

Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023) - Photogrammetry/VAD Artist

● Released Titles (Narwhal Studios)

Star Wars: The Mandalorian Season 3 (2023) -Narwhal Studios- Photogrammetry/VAD Artist

Star Wars: Ahsoka (2024) -Narwhal Studios- Photogrammetry/VAD Artist

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (2024) -Narwhal Studios- Photogrammetry/VAD Artist Senior Environment Artist

WisEngineering LLC (Denville NJ) June 2014 – Oct 2020

● Modeling, texturing, sculpting, rigging, and animating high quality models of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment that could be broken down to the base components.

● Analyzing equipment manuals to translate into realistic training simulators.

● Exhibiting demos of VR programs at the Liberty Science Center, including at their annual Genius Gala.

● Required Security Clearance.

Education

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Design (2009-2013)

Vertex School

Game Artist Program (2024-2025)

Sculpting Miniatures For Production (2020)

Lighting For Games with Maria Yue (2020)

Hobbies

Dungeons & Dragons, Miniature Painting, Tabletop Games, History

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