3D artist and CG generalist specializing in look development, lighting, modeling, and stylized environment/character assets. Experienced collaborating across disciplines to maintain visual consistency and produce production-ready renders and composites. Strong foundation in animation from SCAD, with hands-on experience using Maya, Substance Painter, ZBrush, and Unreal Engine workflows. Brings a detail-oriented, collaborative mindset to fast-paced teams, ensuring high-quality visual storytelling from concept through final review.

Diana Cardenas

3D artist and CG generalist specializing in look development, lighting, modeling, and stylized environment/character assets. Experienced collaborating across disciplines to maintain visual consistency and produce production-ready renders and composites. Strong foundation in animation from SCAD, with hands-on experience using Maya, Substance Painter, ZBrush, and Unreal Engine workflows. Brings a detail-oriented, collaborative mindset to fast-paced teams, ensuring high-quality visual storytelling from concept through final review.

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3D artist and CG generalist specializing in look development, lighting, modeling, and stylized environment/character assets. Experienced collaborating across disciplines to maintain visual consistency and produce production-ready renders and composites.

Strong foundation in animation from SCAD, with hands-on experience using Maya, Substance Painter, ZBrush, and Unreal Engine workflows. Brings a detail-oriented, collaborative mindset to fast-paced teams, ensuring high-quality visual storytelling from concept through final review.

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Work Experience

Barista at Starbucks, Pasadena Ca
March 1, 2026 - Present
Thrived in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while delivering exceptional customer experiences. Managed multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and consistent quality under tight time constraints.
Cashier at Completion of SCAD AMP Publicx, Ponte Vedra FL
February 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Education

Bachelor of Fine Art in Animation at Savannah College of Art and Design
September 1, 2022 - June 1, 2025

Qualifications

Autodesk Maya Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment

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