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Xin Yuan Li

Richmond,BC

Summary

Experienced in game development and web design, specializing in futuristic and high-tech 3D visual effects. Adept at combining creativity with technical expertise to deliver visually stunning and functional designs for interactive and cinematic platforms. Skilled in crafting modern, user-focused web designs that balance creativity with usability, ensuring websites effectively engage and retain users.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

AnimationDirector/FX Artist

Empyreangamez
Beijing, China
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Ensured all necessary assets were available prior to starting any animation work.
  • Directed and supervised the production of animation projects from concept to completion.
  • Assisted other team members in solving technical issues related to 3D Modeling or Animation software packages.
  • Attended meetings with clients to discuss expectations and requirements of a project.
  • Supervised layout artists, background painters and other crew members involved in the production process.
  • Collaborated with production teams to ensure that all FX requirements were met within the allotted budget and timeline.
  • Designed naturalistic water, fire, smoke, and dust elements for use in 3D animation projects.

Animation Director

ByteDance
BeiJing, China
08.2021 - 10.2022
  • Responsible for producing high quality game cutscenes, including draw Storyboards,Layouts, feedback，VFX design ，animation, rigging into Unreal Engine, create camera animations and VFX effects.
  • Responsible for the design and production of game video related promotion PV, CG or related outsourcing work
  • Follow up the planning and quality control of all cutscene animation music sound effects, dubbing, art resources and other content.

FX Technical Director

Sincetimes华清飞扬
Beijing, China
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Responsible for the pre-production of game cutscenes for multiple projects. Including drawing storyboard,FX design and assembly art resources into Unreal Engine or Unity.
  • Design different FX expressions according to the project style。

FX Artist

Sincetimes华清飞扬
Beijing, China
03.2012 - 10.2020
  • Designs, creates and animates digital effects elements and methodology for computer generated FX animation.
  • Make textures and materials, use animation software to draw sequence textures.
  • Ensure uniformity of special effects style and high-quality picture performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - 2D Animation And Visual Development

Jilin University of Arts
JiLin China
07.2009

Skills

3D Visual Effects & Game Development

  • Expert in Unity, Unreal Engine, Photoshop, 3DMax, Animate
  • Skilled in UE Cinematic and Sequence workflows, with expertise in cinematic language and storyboarding
  • Deep understanding of Unity Shader Graph and knowledge of advanced graphics techniques

Web Design & Development

  • Skilled in creating visually appealing, high-tech 3D effects for web platforms
  • Proficient in designing responsive, user-friendly websites with strong visual impact
  • Knowledge of UI/UX design principles, wireframing, and prototyping
  • Experience in integrating 3D elements and animations into modern web designs
  • Familiar with web technologies and tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, and Webflow

Professional Strengths

  • Problem resolution and troubleshooting across game development and web design projects
  • Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams, developers, and clients
  • Skilled at balancing creativity with usability to deliver engaging digital experiences

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
French
Limited

Timeline

AnimationDirector/FX Artist

Empyreangamez
01.2023 - 12.2024

Animation Director

ByteDance
08.2021 - 10.2022

FX Technical Director

Sincetimes华清飞扬
10.2020 - 08.2021

FX Artist

Sincetimes华清飞扬
03.2012 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Arts - 2D Animation And Visual Development

Jilin University of Arts

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