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I am a versatile 3D Artist based in Cape Town, specializing in design, modeling, and rendering for mascots, characters, and interactive media. I excel at creative problem solving, project management, and collaborating with teams and clients to deliver engaging visuals on tight timelines. My work spans Blender-based modeling, texturing, sculpting, and asset creation, with a passion for storytelling through design and a keen eye for detail. I hold a Higher Certificate in Game Design and Interactive Media Development from the Academy of Digital Arts (2023) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours from Stellenbosch University_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_). I enjoy bringing mascots and characters to life, exploring fabrication-friendly workflows (CNC, Pepakura, laser cutting), and developing interactive concepts for diverse audiences.…I am a versatile 3D Artist based in Cape Town, specializing in design, modeling, and rendering for mascots, characters, and interactive media. I excel at creative problem solving, project management, and collaborating with teams and clients to deliver engaging visuals on tight timelines. My work spans Blender-based modeling, texturing, sculpting, and asset creation, with a passion for storytelling through design and a keen eye for detail. I hold a Higher Certificate in Game Design and Interactive Media Development from the Academy of Digital Arts (2023) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours from Stellenbosch University_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_). I enjoy bringing mascots and characters to life, exploring fabrication-friendly workflows (CNC, Pepakura, laser cutting), and developing interactive concepts for diverse audiences.

Emily Allingham

3D Modeler, Character Designer, Illustrator, +2

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I am a versatile 3D Artist based in Cape Town, specializing in design, modeling, and rendering for mascots, characters, and interactive media. I excel at creative problem solving, project management, and collaborating with teams and clients to deliver engaging visuals on tight timelines. My work spans Blender-based modeling, texturing, sculpting, and asset creation, with a passion for storytelling through design and a keen eye for detail. I hold a Higher Certificate in Game Design and Interactive Media Development from the Academy of Digital Arts (2023) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours from Stellenbosch University_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_). I enjoy bringing mascots and characters to life, exploring fabrication-friendly workflows (CNC, Pepakura, laser cutting), and developing interactive concepts for diverse audiences.…I am a versatile 3D Artist based in Cape Town, specializing in design, modeling, and rendering for mascots, characters, and interactive media. I excel at creative problem solving, project management, and collaborating with teams and clients to deliver engaging visuals on tight timelines. My work spans Blender-based modeling, texturing, sculpting, and asset creation, with a passion for storytelling through design and a keen eye for detail. I hold a Higher Certificate in Game Design and Interactive Media Development from the Academy of Digital Arts (2023) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours from Stellenbosch University_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_). I enjoy bringing mascots and characters to life, exploring fabrication-friendly workflows (CNC, Pepakura, laser cutting), and developing interactive concepts for diverse audiences.

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I am a versatile 3D Artist based in Cape Town, specializing in design, modeling, and rendering for mascots, characters, and interactive media. I excel at creative problem solving, project management, and collaborating with teams and clients to deliver engaging visuals on tight timelines. My work spans Blender-based modeling, texturing, sculpting, and asset creation, with a passion for storytelling through design and a keen eye for detail.

I hold a Higher Certificate in Game Design and Interactive Media Development from the Academy of Digital Arts (2023) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours from Stellenbosch University_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_). I enjoy bringing mascots and characters to life, exploring fabrication-friendly workflows (CNC, Pepakura, laser cutting), and developing interactive concepts for diverse audiences.

Skills

Blender

Substance Painter

Experience Level

Blender

Expert

Substance Painter

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Designer at Mascots SA

May 1, 2025 - Present

Interpretation of client briefs, character design, 3D modeler and asset creation, production & visualization. Provided clients and fabricators with renders to help visualize mascot designs. Updated production schedules and categorized projects for production, branding, or sublimation when designs were approved. Collaborated with fabrication and animatronic teams; worked with CNC, Pepakura, and laser cutting for flat patterns. Modeled mascot characters in Blender, textured and rendered assets, and contributed to interactive character development.

Designer at Mascots SA

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Designer at a mascot and animatronic company; interpreted client briefs, developed mascot concepts, and produced 3D models and assets; collaborated with fabricators and animatronic teams; managed design schedules.

3D Designer - Freelance at Freelance/Various Clients

March 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022

Collaborated with clients including Flying Fish, Little Tikes, Cheetos, Fruit Loops, Ellesse, AC SA, HPool Services, and Laughing Cow Woodstock Studio. Created mascot concepts, rigging, and interactive character designs; produced 3D models, textures, and rendered visuals using Blender. Managed production schedules and client feedback for multiple projects.