Paul Andrews
3D Generalist
9 years Game industry
3D Modeling, UV unwrap, Rigging Skinning, Lighting, Digital Painting, Texturing, Characters, Environments, Vehicles, Props, Design, Development intern training & pipeline education, game testing.
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8 years film and TV series
2D Clean-up artist. Animation Camera testing, timing & dialogue.
3D Modeling, UV unwrap, Characters, Environments, Props, Design, Development.
4 years Graphics design.
logos, brand development, Signs, advertisements, posters, flyers, point of sale, menus, table talkers, product catalogs.
Software
∙ Windows 7, 8, 10 ∙ Mac OS.
∙ 3DS max.
∙ Maya.
∙ Z-brush.
∙ Adobe CS6 Photo-shop, In-design.
∙Speed Tree.
∙ MS Power Point.
∙ MS Word.
∙ Adobe ( Image Ready, Illustrator, In-design, Premier)
∙ PC (Systems Maintenance/Management/Networking)
∙ PC (Build custom PC rigs for business and game applications.)
Career History:
2020 – 2021
Contracting to 4 Kings Developing and creating in game assets.
Contracting to Ahuru house Branding and logo design.
2019 – 2020
Contracting to JBA ltd building environments and props for virtual reality training.
2016 - 2018
Huhu Studios: Senior environment Artist.
Environment stage creation, Buildings, flora and fauna, basic and hero props,
Speed-Tree Specialist, UV mapping and asset Lodding.
2010 - 2015
Gameloft: 3d Character Artist and environment / Generalist.
Character modeling and design, high and low polly.
UV Unwrapping texturing lighting
Light baking solutions on some of lower spec game characters.
Data base management for graphics models and textures.
3 stage Lodding pipe line for MLP
High detail hard surface modeling of high tech weapons and buildings.
Responsible for brand management, quality control of the characters for Hannbara Pixar and Blue Sky studios.
Helped create game pitches and pre-visual documents.
Marketing renders for posters and advertising.
Clean up fix and repair / rework for other game loft studios.
Level creation and Automation for game designers. Working closely with the programmers bridging the gap between art director’s level designers and coders.
Developed a very fast pipeline for character creation and ability to make rework fast and painless.
Game testing and bug fixes.
In 5 years at game loft I trained 3 interns who all now very successful game artists.
Helped our lead artist acclimatize to his new role with the transition from 2d to 3d, film to game.
Organized and managed 3 company camping trips once a year from trans port to the accommodation tents and education of our overseas employees and beach and bush activities.
2009- 2010
Binary Star: 3d Modeler and Texture Artist
Working alongside other talented artist’s in a 3d Game Studio creating game environments such as Plants, buildings, Terra-firma, vehicles, player models, UV mapping and texturing.
Programs mainly used during this time were 3d Max, Photo Shop and Z brush.
We used an in house paperless office system called Continuity, for project management, work flow, deadlines, time management and as a means of in house communication between all teams.
2006 –2009
Lion Nathan: Graphics and Design Executive
Timely creation and delivery of point of sale material, promoting the Lion Brands to various Food and Beverage and outlets throughout New Zealand, using programs such as Photo-shop and Coral draw.
Assisting with the development of the brands and products for the Lion Nathan.
During my time at Lion Nathan I have developed strong relationships, both internally with the sales and marketing team and also externally with suppliers thus assisting with keeping costs down. I have assisted with the training and development of other members of staff, helping them to achieve new skill sets and knowledge of multitude of software packages.
2003- 2006
Freelance: Self employed
Over this period I have provided IT support and graphics for a few companies such as Pacific Growers, Wood Zone, Clevedon Child Care and Mainly Kids in New-market, Debit Gold, along with the general public and self-employed business men.
During this time I have all so built custom computers here in New Zealand and Australia to meet specific needs of my clients.
I have been working with a programmer on an interactive web site, with an up to date, data base system which will be used for on-line ordering. I have designed the web site to be easy to navigate around and very user friendly.
I have had excellent feedback from all those who have used it.
I have set up trade stands at various exhibitions for Pacific Growers, which involved working closely with the customer to fully understand their needs.
I have designed signs, company logos and page headers, catalogs, stall layouts and multimedia presentations.
In my spare time I have tutored people in basic computer skills, dealt with computer maintenance, general repair work and have been providing technical support for the local public charging an hourly rate for repairs - Soft wear and hard ware updates. All so graphic and design tutoring with photo shop.
1997 – 2003
Worked part time for Wool shed Café in Clevedon, where I undertook various roles from barista making espresso coffee, helping in the kitchen, bar work and waiting on tables.
Worked part time for Ammo, a small media company making 3D presentations for add pitches.
Updated my computer skills and knowledge involving 3D max, Maya Macro-media Flash and Fireworks.
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1992 – 1997
Toonz Animation: 2D Clean-up artist
Worked for Toonz animation, where I worked on projects from Walt Disney for TV series such as – Tex Tin Star, Pith Possum, Lion Kings Timon and Pumba, Little Red Riding Hood and Duck Daze.
Here I assisted and learned about the different parts of the production process in order to advance myself in as many skills as possible.
I met with overseas directors from Walt Disney to discuss and organize the making of special projects such as Little Red Riding Hood.
1990 – 1992
Freelance Animation: 2D Clean-up artist
Attended a 6 month training course through Freelance Animation where I completed it within 2 months and began in-house production work. Here I worked as a cleanup artist for Warner Brothers on series such as Tinytoonz, Tazmania and Animaniacs.
Infests and hobbies
Tramping, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, Sailing.
Games: Planet Side2 Destiny 2, Star Craft, Diablo, Star Citizen.
Movie buff, Sci-fi and fantasy novels.
​Games:
Playful minds.
Mystery Island.
Wonder Zoo Rescue.
Pet towers .
My Little Pony Friendship is Magic.
Littlest pet shop.
Pastry Paradise.
Farm Buddies.
Ice Age Adventures.
Spider Man. (rework for external studio)
Hybrid FPS game for Binary Star. (Unpublished due to funding.)
​TV & Film:
Disney’s Lion King’s Timon and Pumba.
Little Red Riding Hood.
Pith possum.
Tex Tin-star.
Warner Brothers, Tinytoons, Animaniacs.
Beast of Burden.
​Graphics & Design:
Manager of the in house Graphics and print department for Lion Nathan.
RESUME
Work​
experience​
Work
Achievements
Skills
3D Character modeling.
3D Environment Modeling.
3D Vehicle Modeling.
3D Sculpting, organic &
hard surface.
UV Unwrapping.
Texture Artist.
Speed tree Artist.
​2D Clean up Artist.
Graphics & Design.
PC operator.
Mac operator.
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Professional ​
info​​
Letters of
recommendation
Object: Letter of recommendation
Auckland, 3rd of May 2016
To whom it may concern
Dear Madam, dear Sir,
I am writing this letter to recommend Paul Anthony Andrews to your company.
I have worked with Paul for 4 years while I was Managing Director for Gameloft at the Auckland studio in New Zealand.
Paul was employed as 3D Artist and throughout his time there has demonstrated his very high capability to pick up a project, deliver assets and follow pipelines. He was even a go-to artist for new starters due to his approachable nature and patience.
I have interacted with him many times during my time at Gameloft and always found him extremely clear in his explanations, and highly valued by his peers. On top of this, Paul has been a driving force in our team cohesion across the office where he would actively participate and organize team building events with the highest level of commitment.
It has been a true pleasure to work with Paul, and I would immediately recommend him to any company looking for a talented and hard-working artist who will bring a great atmosphere into a team.
Feel free to contact me should you have any questions about this letter.
Kind regards
Patrick Wagner
Chief Operating Officer
Rush Digital Interactive
021 833 252 – patrick@rushdigital.co.nz
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To whom it may concern
I recently had the privilege of working with Paul Andrews at both Gameloft AKL Studio and Binary Star before that. He is an excellent artist with a methodical and friendly team-oriented approach that gets results.
His artistic skill-set is technical, extensive and well-rounded. He was often my go-to team member to resolve any model issues, especially related to process/pipelines. He always accepted tasks that needed rapid resolution, and was very reliable in doing so.
He is always willing to help where needed and generally get the job done. I would definitely work with him again in the future if the opportunity arose.
Sincerely,
Trevor Gamon
Managing director Gameloft NZ
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Lead 3D Character artist
Gameloft nz
Soo-Ling Lyle Tassell
Paul is a dedicated and hard working artist. He is a fast mesh builder and always strives hard to hit required goals. Being proficient in Max, he was a willing and patient mentor for artists learning the program and shared his knowledge with peers. When the pressure is on, Paul always offered to help; even if it means working after hours. It was great working with such a positive, enthusiastic and friendly team member.less
May 4, 2016, Soo-Ling managed Paul at Gameloft nz
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Creative Director at Artrix Ltd
Jerome Kelsey
Paul is a fantastic employee and a great asset to any company that values loyalty, dedication to quality and hard-hard work. Paul adds greatly to the company culture and fosters and maintains positive connections with his peers.
February 3, 2016, Jerome managed Paul indirectly at Gameloft nz
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To whom it may concern:
This is to certify that Paul Andrews has worked as a full-time visual artist for Binary Star Limited since the 5th of January 2009 until present.
Paul has proven to be an enthusiastic and professional individual. His talent and skills have been a great asset to our company and contributed significantly to the development of our projects. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like any further information. Sincerely,
Thomas Reimann, CEO
Binary star Ltd
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To whom it may concern:
I have worked with Paul Andrews, on varying projects over the last 6 years. During that time, I have found Paul to be an honest and hard working person.
He displayed a varied and unique skill set, especially in regards to Adobe Systems software. Paul is a talented designer, who has a great wealth of design flare. I have found Paul, dedicating himself to getting the job done regardless of time. Often working beyond hours to meet the clients demand.
I have no hesitation in recommending him to any respective employer and believe that he would be an asset to any company.
Yours Truly
N.J. Wilton
Senior Designer
Retail Media Publishing
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2nd March 2005
To whom it may concern:
Paul Andrews was employed by Pacific Growers Supplies to design our website, as well as logo graphics, multi media tasks and maintenance duties as and when required on our computer system.
These tasks were carried out promptly and efficiently, and we have been very pleased with the quality of work, and the ability to carry out these tasks, as and when required.
Yours Sincerely.
Peter Bailey
Marketing Manager._____________________________________________________________________
14th August 1996
To whom it may concern
Paul has worked for Toonz animation for the last four years, during this time Paul has proven him self a very adaptable person in a very demanding industry. He’s has shown the ability to learn new skills quickly, and has been an invaluable asset to our company.
Paul is a talented individual and a pleasure to work with. He is very reliable and a team player, honest and hard working. I wish him well in all his endeavors and would recommend him to any employer.
Yours Sincerely
Lilly Dell
Managing director
Toonz Animation Ltd