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I'm a visualization specialist with 25 years of experience crafting 3D CAD models for transportation projects and developing automated 3D programs to streamline production. I’m proficient in Unreal, 3ds Max, Adobe After Effects, and a range of third-party add-ons, delivering high-quality visual solutions that meet client needs. In the last five years I’ve expanded into drone photography, traveling to multiple states to capture infrastructure footage for marketing and outreach. I thrive in collaborative teams, translating complex concepts into compelling visuals that highlight key issues and project benefits. I’m committed to staying at the cutting edge of visualization technology and applying it to transportation, infrastructure, and related markets.…I'm a visualization specialist with 25 years of experience crafting 3D CAD models for transportation projects and developing automated 3D programs to streamline production. I’m proficient in Unreal, 3ds Max, Adobe After Effects, and a range of third-party add-ons, delivering high-quality visual solutions that meet client needs. In the last five years I’ve expanded into drone photography, traveling to multiple states to capture infrastructure footage for marketing and outreach. I thrive in collaborative teams, translating complex concepts into compelling visuals that highlight key issues and project benefits. I’m committed to staying at the cutting edge of visualization technology and applying it to transportation, infrastructure, and related markets.

Eric Elftman

3D Modeler, 3D Animator, Photographer, +2

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I'm a visualization specialist with 25 years of experience crafting 3D CAD models for transportation projects and developing automated 3D programs to streamline production. I’m proficient in Unreal, 3ds Max, Adobe After Effects, and a range of third-party add-ons, delivering high-quality visual solutions that meet client needs. In the last five years I’ve expanded into drone photography, traveling to multiple states to capture infrastructure footage for marketing and outreach. I thrive in collaborative teams, translating complex concepts into compelling visuals that highlight key issues and project benefits. I’m committed to staying at the cutting edge of visualization technology and applying it to transportation, infrastructure, and related markets.…I'm a visualization specialist with 25 years of experience crafting 3D CAD models for transportation projects and developing automated 3D programs to streamline production. I’m proficient in Unreal, 3ds Max, Adobe After Effects, and a range of third-party add-ons, delivering high-quality visual solutions that meet client needs. In the last five years I’ve expanded into drone photography, traveling to multiple states to capture infrastructure footage for marketing and outreach. I thrive in collaborative teams, translating complex concepts into compelling visuals that highlight key issues and project benefits. I’m committed to staying at the cutting edge of visualization technology and applying it to transportation, infrastructure, and related markets.

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I’m a visualization specialist with 25 years of experience crafting 3D CAD models for transportation projects and developing automated 3D programs to streamline production. I’m proficient in Unreal, 3ds Max, Adobe After Effects, and a range of third-party add-ons, delivering high-quality visual solutions that meet client needs. In the last five years I’ve expanded into drone photography, traveling to multiple states to capture infrastructure footage for marketing and outreach.

I thrive in collaborative teams, translating complex concepts into compelling visuals that highlight key issues and project benefits. I’m committed to staying at the cutting edge of visualization technology and applying it to transportation, infrastructure, and related markets.

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

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Work Experience

Visualization Specialist at AECOM

May 1, 2008 - Present

Lead visualization efforts for transportation projects, including multi-level station models and animations. Focused on highlighting key issues and demonstrating AECOM's subject-matter expertise to differentiate proposals.

Glamping Owner at Fort Myers Glamping

April 1, 2023 - Present

Owner/operator overseeing property management, guest experience, and marketing; leveraging visualization workflows to support marketing materials.

Media Lab Community Tours Supervisor at Media Lab

October 1, 2000 - May 1, 2008

Supervised community tours and media lab programming, coordinating staff and events to engage audiences.

Lead 3D Modeler and Animator at Amtrak

January 1, 2023 - Present

Led 3D modeling and animation for the Susquehanna Bridge replacement project, organizing workflows and developing camera/hero animations to communicate construction plans.

Visualization Lead and 3D Animator at SEPTA

January 1, 2023 - Present

Led modeling and animation for the Main Line Interlocking Program; ensured trains were shown in motion where possible and coordinated visuals around closures.

Visualization Lead at California Department of Transportation - District 10

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023

Led animation of SR 49 Pine in Angels Camp, showing existing conditions and proposed improvements; visuals highlighted roadway, bike, crosswalk, and traffic perspectives.

3D Modeler and Animator at US Naval Facilities Engineering Command Pacific

January 1, 2022 - Present

Led animation for the Shipyard Area Development Plan at Pearl Harbor, illustrating active port operations during construction and base accessibility.

Visualization Lead at City of Fresno (BNSF Blackstone McKinley Grade Separation)

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Led construction visualization, producing a 3-minute animation, static renderings, and cross-sectional views to inform stakeholders; contributed to winning the proposal.

3D Modeler at National Park Service

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Developed detailed exterior and interior models for the Arlington Memorial Bridge rehabilitation, supporting design-build efforts and preserving historic integrity.

Visualization Lead at Sundt Construction Inc

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Created construction simulations for two intersections, detailing day and night work, traffic shifts, and movements to aid planning and approvals.

Visualization Lead at Arizona Department of Transportation

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019

Developed animations illustrating the I-40 4th Street Bridge Replacement to communicate construction impact and traffic management strategies.

Visualization Lead at City of Orlando

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020

Led visualization for Kirkman Road project, enabling a multi-drive-thru experience to facilitate design review and approvals from major studios and Universal.

Systemwide Visualization Lead at California High Speed Rail Authority

January 1, 2025 - Present

Systemwide visualization lead, producing animations and marketing materials illustrating stations, bridges, grade separations, train yards, and rail improvements along the proposed high-speed line.

3D Modeler and Animator at University of Illinois – Illinois Automated Connected Track (I-ACT)

January 1, 2024 - Present

Contributed to the 3D scene look and feel, animating the camera and hero characters; produced a fly-through video showing the proposed site and test scenarios.

Lead 3D Modeler and Animator at SEPTA

January 1, 2023 - Present

Philly track replacement project; led 3D modeling and animation, organized workflow, and set the visual tone for the project.

Drone Photographer at Florida Turnpike Enterprise

January 1, 2024 - Present

Drone photography capturing aerial imagery of construction, interchanges, toll gantries, and signage along the corridor for marketing and progress tracking.

Drone Photographer at Connecticut Department of Transportation – CT Rail

January 1, 2024 - Present

Captured drone photography and video of Hartford and Shore Line East lines for CT Rail; included exteriors of stations and trains as well as scenic rail imagery.