Nicholas Stepp
Santa Cruz
Summary
Skilled Environment Artist with background in creating immersive and realistic game environments. Strengths include proficiency in 3D modeling, texturing, lighting and rendering techniques along with strong understanding of spatial design and architectural principles. Previous roles have seen significant improvement in visual aesthetics and gameplay experience through innovative environment designs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Environment Artist
Self-Employed
Santa Cruz
01.2023 - Current
- Give feedback on colleagues' work to enhance the quality and experience for the player.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables to meet client expectations efficiently.
- Conducted user feedback sessions to refine art design based on player experiences.
- Developed textures and materials to achieve desired visual effects in games.
- Utilized industry-standard software for 3D modeling and animation processes effectively.
- Collaborated with developers to ensure art assets integrated smoothly into gameplay.
- Researched current gaming trends to inform artistic direction and innovation strategies.
Front Desk Associate
Santa Cruz Seaside Company
Santa Cruz
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Communicate with the team to set standards and best practices.
- Managed phone calls and directed them to appropriate departments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the front desk area.
- Processed reservations and handled guest requests efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art and Design: Games and Playable Media
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz06.2023
Skills
- Environment lighting
- Organic modeling
- Hard surface modeling
- 3D modeling
- Texture development
- Prop design
- Technical art/design
- Texture development
- Artistic collaboration
- Industry trend research
- User feedback analysis
- Attention to detail
- Level design
- PBR workflow
References
Available upon request.
Related Links
- Artstation.com/nstepp2001
- Linkedin.com/in/nicholasstepp
Timeline
Front Desk Associate
Santa Cruz Seaside Company
08.2023 - 08.2024
Environment Artist
Self-Employed
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Art and Design: Games and Playable Media
University of California, Santa Cruz