Open To Work
Tamia Yang
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Structural 3D Specialist with 10+ years of experience in high-fidelity environment design, now transitioning into precision manufacturing. Expertise in Fusion 360 and 3D printing to bridge the gap between digital design and physical production. Proven track record in leading high-precision projects and mentoring others to achieve industry-standard outcomes
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Visualization Specialist
Ward's Hydraulic Services LTD
12.2022 - 07.2025
- Industrial Digitization: Developed high-precision 3D models of hydraulic components for marketing and sales, ensuring structural accuracy.
- Technical Content: Produced cinematic product videos in Unreal Engine to demonstrate complex mechanical functions.
3D/2D Technical Instructor (Vocational)
Tjoeun Computer Academy
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Government-Commissioned Training: Delivered professional 3D design curricula for government-funded vocational programs, focusing on technical skill acquisition for adult learners.
- Rapid Technology Adoption: Demonstrated excellence in mastering and teaching evolving 3D software workflows, ensuring students achieved industry-standard portfolio results.
3D/2D Instructor (Part Time)
IT Vision School (Alternative Education)
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Mentored students with prior 3D knowledge on refining VR and game assets.
- Provided technical feedback to improve the structural quality of student portfolios.
- Results: Students gained admission to design universities; some received job offers during their studies
3D/2D Instructor (Seasonal)
Namseoul University,
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Vocational Instruction: Trained adult learners in government-funded programs on 3D tools (3ds Max, Blender), guiding beginners to complete at least two professional portfolios.
- Mentorship & Feedback: Provided consistent technical support and detailed feedback to build student confidence and practical skills.
3D Environment Artist
GODEN MEDIA
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Project Leadership: Led a government-commissioned VR project for the South Korean Presidential Office, focusing on the digital restoration of restricted, non-public areas.
- Technical Direction: Directed the 3D team in producing high-fidelity assets using 3ds Max, overseeing the entire pipeline of modeling, UV mapping, and texturing to ensure structural accuracy.
- System Optimization: Finalized the environment in Unreal Engine, optimizing real-time rendering to ensure stable, high-performance operation on exhibition hardware.
3D Environment Artist
VERTIGO GAMES
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Independent Level Design: Designed and produced multiplayer maps for the online FPS 'Black Shot,' independently managing the full production cycle from initial layout to final optimization.
- Playability Validation: Conducted internal playtests with team members to identify and resolve structural/functional issues, ensuring seamless gameplay and technical stability
Education
Associate of Arts - Advanced Digital Media Studies: Management Science
05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - English Interpreter & Translation
08-2021
Associate of Arts - Multimedia Design
03-2003
Skills
- Design & Manufacturing: Fusion 360 (Parametric Modeling), 3D Printing (Slicing & Prototyping), Tolerance-based Drafting
- 3D Structural Modeling: 3ds Max, Blender (Expert in Low-poly/High-poly modeling)
- Visual Effects & Texturing: Substance Painter, Unreal Engine (Cinematic video production)
- Post-Production: Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects
- Technical Proficiency: UVW Unwrapping, PBR Texturing, Reverse-engineering from physical parts/sketches
Languages
English
Korean
Certification
- 3D Printing & Mold Design Foundations
Completed an intensive vocational training program focused on 3D printing technology and industrial mold design principles.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Technical Visualization Specialist - Ward's Hydraulic Services LTD
12.2022 - 07.2025
3D/2D Technical Instructor (Vocational) - Tjoeun Computer Academy
09.2018 - 02.2020
3D/2D Instructor (Part Time) - IT Vision School (Alternative Education)
11.2017 - 01.2020
3D/2D Instructor (Seasonal) - Namseoul University,
10.2017 - 02.2018
3D Environment Artist - GODEN MEDIA
06.2016 - 12.2016
3D Environment Artist - VERTIGO GAMES
09.2012 - 05.2013
Pacific Link College - Associate of Arts, Advanced Digital Media Studies: Management Science
Cyber Hankuk Foreign Language University, - Bachelor of Arts, English Interpreter & Translation
KAYWON ART AND DESIGN University - Associate of Arts, Multimedia Design
Special Award (Innovation Category), Korea Content Awards | 2012
- Project: Live Park (World's First 4D Avatar Theme Park)
- Role: 3D Environment Artist
- Contribution: Dedicated 3 months to creating immersive 3D backgrounds for an interactive installation where character movement speed was synchronized with audience clapping.
- Achievement: Participated in this pioneering project that integrated 3D technology with physical interactive space, leading to the Special Award (Innovation Category) at the 2012 Korea Content Awards.