I am a passionate and skilled 3D Modeler with comprehensive training in game art and design, specializing in hard and soft surface modelling, texturing, and animation. I am proficient in Maya, Substance Painter, and Unreal Engine 5. I am currently contributing to indie game development projects while building expertise in creating high-quality 3D assets for interactive entertainment. I look forward to collaborating with teams to deliver compelling visuals and immersive experiences.

Jacob Ciraolo

I am a passionate and skilled 3D Modeler with comprehensive training in game art and design, specializing in hard and soft surface modelling, texturing, and animation. I am proficient in Maya, Substance Painter, and Unreal Engine 5. I am currently contributing to indie game development projects while building expertise in creating high-quality 3D assets for interactive entertainment. I look forward to collaborating with teams to deliver compelling visuals and immersive experiences.

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I am a passionate and skilled 3D Modeler with comprehensive training in game art and design, specializing in hard and soft surface modelling, texturing, and animation. I am proficient in Maya, Substance Painter, and Unreal Engine 5. I am currently contributing to indie game development projects while building expertise in creating high-quality 3D assets for interactive entertainment.

I look forward to collaborating with teams to deliver compelling visuals and immersive experiences.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Warehouse worker at Tempe Tyres
October 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Moved tyres out of shipping containers to a conveyor belt for transport and stacking within the warehouse. Securedly stacked tyres in specified locations. Checked and verified different tyres referencing the purchase order. Worked collaboratively in a team for transporting and storing tasks.
Warehouse worker at Labour Power
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Moved cargo and stacked and securely wrapped pallets as part of warehouse operations.
Casual construction worker at Terry Savell
May 31, 2022 - July 10, 2025
Performed demolition work including using tools like jackhammer. Cleaned work sites, bricks, and patched cracks as part of site maintenance.
Kitchen Hand at Bar Briscola
May 31, 2022 - July 10, 2025
Cleaned and sanitised dishes and utensils, maintained supplies and a clean workspace to comply with food safety standards. Prepared vegetables and sauces during busy periods, assessed inventory levels.
Work placement at All In IT
August 31, 2020 - July 10, 2025
Responsible for data entry tasks during a school work placement.
Indie Game Developer / 3D Modeler at Indie Game Development
July 1, 2025 - Present
Lead in high-quality 3D asset creation for an indie game demo. Utilize Maya for modeling, Substance Painter for texturing, and Unreal Engine 5 for implementation. Optimize hard- and soft-surface assets for real-time rendering. Build a comprehensive asset pipeline from concept to engine implementation. Collaborate with team members to ensure artistic vision and technical requirements are met.
Warehouse Worker at Labor Power
May 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Moved cargo, stacked and securely wrapped pallets, maintained clean and organized workspaces, and adhered to safety standards.
Casual Construction Worker at Terry Savell
October 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022
Demolition work including use of jackhammer; site cleanup and preparation for construction tasks.
Kitchen Hand at Bar Briscola
October 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022
Cleaning and sanitizing dishes and utensils; maintaining clean, food-safe workspaces; adhering to food safety standards; supporting kitchen staff during peak times.
Indie Game Development / 3D Modeler at Self-employed / Indie Project
July 1, 2025 - Present
Lead in 3D asset creation for an indie game demonstration; using Maya for modelling, Substance Painter for texturing, and Unreal Engine 5 for implementation. Created hard and soft surface models optimized for real-time rendering. Developed an asset pipeline from concept to final in-engine implementation. Collaborated with team to ensure artistic vision alignment and technical requirements.

Education

Diploma at Rockdale NSW Tafe
July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Certificate IV at Rockdale NSW Tafe
October 1, 2023 - October 31, 2024
Certificate III at Marist College Kogarah
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022
High School Diploma at Marist College Kogarah
January 1, 2017 - September 30, 2022
Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design) at TAFE
July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Certificate IV of Information Technology (Gaming Development) at TAFE
October 1, 2023 - October 31, 2024
Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology at Marist College Kogarah
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022
High School Diploma at Marist College Kogarah
January 1, 2017 - September 30, 2022
Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design) at Tafe Studies
July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development) at Tafe Studies
October 1, 2023 - October 31, 2024
Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology at Marist College Kogarah
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022
High School Diploma at Marist College Kogarah
January 1, 2017 - September 30, 2022

Qualifications

WorldSkills Australia Achievement – National Competition
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Regional Competition – Gold Medal
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Certificate of Academic Achievement – Year 12 (Visual Design / Catholic Thought)
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design)
July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)
October 1, 2023 - October 31, 2024
Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022
High School Diploma
January 1, 2017 - September 30, 2022

Industry Experience

Gaming, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Wholesale & Distribution, Education, Professional Services, Retail