Zachary Melder
Zachary Melder
Character Artist - Concept Sculptor - 3D Modeler
Los Angeles, United States

A recent graduate of Gnomon School of Visual Effects and Games, I am a trained 3d Modeler and Character artist specializing in Creatures, organic modeling, and sculpting. I am proficient in using industry-standard tools such as ZBrush and Maya to create detailed, lifelike 3D models and assets with 7 plus years of self taught digital sculpting skills and 2 and a half years of educational growth as an industry ready character artist. During this time I have accrued other skills including a strong knowledge of anatomy, texturing and shading sensibilities, knowledge of lighting techniques, creative problem solving, and a collaborative and communicative mind set.

In terms of educational experience, I have a post graduate Certificate of Digital Production with an emphasis in modeling and texturing, earned over a two and a half year period at Gnomon. In addition, I have a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and Visual Communication, where I gained a background in good design sensibilities, which has assisted me in my decision making when it comes to character design.

On a personal level, I’m a passionate sculptor and an avid fan of video games and horror media. These interests influence both my personal and professional work, shaping the way I approach character design and storytelling. My goal as an artist is to create characters that feel genuine and memorable, leaving a lasting impression on players and audiences alike.

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Skills

Charcater ModelingCreature ModelingProp ModelingOpen-MindednessRetopologyPhysically Based RenderingSet DesignResponsibleConcept DesignDetail-OrientedAnatomyReceptiveResponsivenessAdaptabilityCollaborativeSelf-motivatedInnovativeLightingRenderingPBR TexturingGraphic Design

Software proficiency

ZBrush
ZBrush
Substance 3D Painter
Substance 3D Painter
Photoshop
Photoshop
Maya
Maya
Marmoset Toolbag
Marmoset Toolbag
After Effects
After Effects
Substance 3D Designer
Substance 3D Designer
Xgen
Xgen
Illustrator
Illustrator
Nuke
Nuke
Krita
Krita
TopoGun
TopoGun
Mari
Mari
Marvelous Designer
Marvelous Designer
Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine

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