Graduate 3D Artist, focusing on Environment and Props

Aleksi Karppinen

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Passionate gamer and 3D artist with a degree in Game Production, driven by a lifelong interest in computers and game development. My curiosity and quick learning have enabled me to master various software tools. Known for being hard-working and self-motivated, I’m always eager to learn, grow, and improve my skills. I thrive on tackling challenges in creative ways and bringing ideas to life through my work. EDUCATION

Degree Programme in Business Information Systems, Game Production 08/2020 - 04/2024 Tampere University of Applied Sciences

● Gained basic understanding of coding, followed by 2 years of focused studies in game art and design at the Games Academy, where I gained versatile experience in various 3D modeling and texturing methods.

● Acquired a basic knowledge of different game engines and development tools, allowing the application of skills to practical projects and deepening understanding of the game development process comprehensively. High School Diploma 08/2016 - 07/2019

Sotkamo High School

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Wizard Village Environment - Art Project 01/2024 - 03/2024

● Increased efficiency by designing and implementing over 70 modular assets and trim sheets, optimizing production workflow and reducing time spent. These techniques allowed the creation of a greater variety of building designs while maintaining style consistency and enabling faster, more adaptable designs.

● Created over 10 versions of stylized foliage assets through hands-on experimentation, enhancing the environment with unique and vibrant features.

● Utilized Unreal Engine’s advanced tools, including terrain systems to create interesting landscapes, post-processing effects to improve the atmosphere, dynamic lighting systems to build immersive environments, and camera setups to capture the village’s ambience.

● Built a foundational knowledge of Substance Designer and applied various texturing techniques to create stylized and seamlessly tileable environment textures for the scenery. Village Island - Game Project 04/2023 - 05/2023

● Designed and developed a game in Unreal Engine using Blueprints, including player movement, shooting mechanics, static enemies, collectibles, and a simple user interface.

● Achieved dynamic environmental particle systems and interactive visual effects using Niagara Systems. Survival Horror Castle - Game Project 09/2022 - 01/2023

● Collaborated with a team in a 6-student Unity project, working together to ensure a cohesive art style that aligned with our overall vision. Maintained open communication and actively adapted based on the feedback throughout the development process.

● Designed and created a castle-level interior to provide an engaging gameplay experience, carefully planning the layout and placements of assets, along with interactive features. WORK EXPERIENCE

Cashier at Tokmanni Sotkamo 04/2019 - 07/2020

● Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing responsibilities to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently and on time.

● Worked closely with the team, offering help and support as needed.

● Successfully resolved customer requests and complaints, improving overall customer satisfaction.

● Shared responsibility of a department, ensuring consistent stock levels and effective presentation of products. SKILLS

● Blender ● 3D modeling & texturing ● Problem solving

● Unreal Engine ● Trim sheets ● Attention to detail

● Substance Painter ● Modular assets ● Adaptability

● Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator ● Hard surface modeling ● Critical thinking

● Basics of Unity ● High poly - low poly workflow ● Creativity

● Basics of Substance Designer

LANGUAGES

● Finnish - Native ● English - Excellent ● Spanish - Basics

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