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David Cooper
David Cooper
3D Developer and 3D Modeller
Melbourne, Australia

Summary

- Proven ability to 3D Model for both Commercial and personal Projects
- Skilled in the use of 3D Studio Max for 12+ years and in the production of Photo-Realistic Rendered imagery.
- Demonstrated ability to produce from fully detailed models and scenes, to optimised low poly mesh models where required.
- Proven skills in the use of Photoshop for a large range of purposes
- Demonstrated ability to optimise textures where nessasary and correct tile issues, where applicable.
- Demonstrated skills in Intermediate photo restoration
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand Client Drawings, Blueprints and Concept sketches
- Proven ability to quickly sketch up concept designs where needed.
- Proven ability to quickly adapt to design changes and modify where needed
- Adaptible to changing conditions and needs.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to a wide variety of Systems and Programs

Other Demonstrated Skills:

- Experienced in the Production of Architectural Scale Models
- Experienced in the use of a wide range of materials and production methods
- Proven ability and enthusiastic in projects that include heritage and or history where it relates.
- Proven ability to utilise Microsoft Office Products

Skills

2D AnimationConcept Design3D Animation3D VisualizationGame Design3D RenderingPhotoshop3D Studio MaxSketchingUnityBlender3D ArtistTexture ArtistGame Artist3D Designer3D Modeler3D Environment ArtistGraphic ArtistResearcher3D Graphic DesignerModel makerHistorian3D ReconstructionUnreal Engine 5

Software proficiency

3ds Max
3ds Max
Blender
Blender
Photoshop
Photoshop
Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine
Unity
Unity
PaintShop Pro
PaintShop Pro
turbocad
turbocad
Activeworlds
Activeworlds

Experience

  • 3D Modeler at Virtual Songlines
    Brisbane, Australia
    October 2019 - August 2023

    My role revolves around the design, and production of 3D Virtual Models for related heritage product systems. Currently centering on early Colonial Australian history models, This role includes the research to ensure the accuracy of the subjects to be modeled.

  • Virtual reality contractor, 3D Modeller, Texture Artist, VR Builder. (Volunteer contract at ActiveWorlds Inc. (AWI)
    Newburyport, Massachusetts, United States of America
    June 2018 - March 2019

    This role entails the design and construction in virtual space of the new entrance Gate World for new users entering the online Interactive Virtual Reality Platform, ActiveWorlds.

    My Role includes Design and 3D Model/ Texture and installing (Build) the assets as part of a small worldwide development team.

    Member of ActiveWorlds since 1998

  • 3D Modeller, Photoshop Artist and 3D Renderer. ( Short Contract) at JPT, Screen Solutions QLD
    Brisbane, Australia
    December 2017 - March 2018

    My role in this was for the purposes of 3D modeling Commercial

    Office Furniture and Screen Partition Systems and layouts, for marketing

    purposes. Photoshop for cleanup of images and

    preparation of texture assets.



    Images resulted in photo-realistic quality, suitable for website and

    market brochures.

  • 3D Modeller, Photoshop Artist and 3D Renderer. ( Short Contract) at Commercial Furniture Systems
    Brisbane, Australia
    January 2018 - February 2018

    My role in this was for the purposes of 3D modeling Commercial

    Office Furniture and Screen Partition Systems and layouts, for marketing

    purposes. Photoshop for cleanup of images and

    preparation of texture assets.



    Images resulted in photo-realistic quality, suitable for website and

    market brochures.

  • 3D Cad Designer at Natural Ideas, Alumi-tech
    Brisbane, Australia
    September 2005 - September 2017

    My role in this was for the purposes of 3D modelling Commercial Office Furniture and Screen Partition Systems and layouts, for client approvals and marketing purposes. Other areas in this position involved the use of Cad software to generate and to design component to layout drawings, Photoshop for cleanup of images and preparation of texture assets.

    Images resulted in photo-realistic quality, suitable for website and market brochures.

  • CNC G-code Programmer.- till 2007 at Natural Ideas
    Brisbane, Australia
    September 2005 - July 2007

    My Role was to help optimize, edit and write new G-code machining programs, for 2 of the main CNC Routers.

    This included writing manual code and generating code from certain assembled cad layout drawings.

  • Graphic Artist and Technical Advisor (Volunteer) at Lifeline Australia
    Brisbane, Australia
    June 2004 - August 2004

    My role involved working on the internal newsletter, including assisting in the design and layout, creating a new logo and assisting in the writing of articles.

  • Graphic Artist and Multimedia Specialist (Volunteer) at The Pillar
    Brisbane, Australia
    January 2004 - April 2004

    I was responsible for the restoration of historic photographs for the Nundah and Districts Historical Society and for the production of an interactive 3D walkthrough photo gallery program.

  • Graphic Artist (Volunteer) at The Pillar
    Brisbane, Australia
    December 2002 - March 2003

    My position entailed a commission to produce 19 graphic images reflecting the meaning of The Pillar and 10 assorted logotypes for the company.

  • Purchasing Officer and Electrical Servicer (Volunteer) at SouthBank Institute of Tafe
    Brisbane, Australia
    May 2000 - July 2002

    I was responsible for purchasing, receiving and delivering goods, and filling in the associated paperwork. I was also responsible for servicing electrical leads and equipment.

  • Professional Architectural Modelmaker at Architectural Models PTY LTD - Allan Chandler & Associates
    Melbourne, Australia
    November 1994 - May 1999

    My position required me to design, construct and paint miniature models. I was also employed as a customer call consultant. I worked on many major projects, including the Crown Casino, Epping Hospital and Federation Square in Victoria.