I am a passionate 3D Modeler, Rigger, and Animator with over four years of experience in the industry. I specialize in character and creature animation, modeling, and rigging, and I have honed my skills in pre-production, storyboarding, and design across various projects. I take pride in being responsible, punctual, and highly organized, ensuring that I meet deadlines while maintaining the highest quality of work. My goal is to bring imagination to life through animation and design, working collaboratively to create engaging content. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work on diverse projects, from educational videos to intricate character animations for various clients. My experience with software such as Maya and Blender allows me to craft detailed models and animations that resonate with audiences. I thrive in creative environments and look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of my craft.

Keene Lao

I am a passionate 3D Modeler, Rigger, and Animator with over four years of experience in the industry. I specialize in character and creature animation, modeling, and rigging, and I have honed my skills in pre-production, storyboarding, and design across various projects. I take pride in being responsible, punctual, and highly organized, ensuring that I meet deadlines while maintaining the highest quality of work. My goal is to bring imagination to life through animation and design, working collaboratively to create engaging content. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work on diverse projects, from educational videos to intricate character animations for various clients. My experience with software such as Maya and Blender allows me to craft detailed models and animations that resonate with audiences. I thrive in creative environments and look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of my craft.

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I am a passionate 3D Modeler, Rigger, and Animator with over four years of experience in the industry. I specialize in character and creature animation, modeling, and rigging, and I have honed my skills in pre-production, storyboarding, and design across various projects. I take pride in being responsible, punctual, and highly organized, ensuring that I meet deadlines while maintaining the highest quality of work. My goal is to bring imagination to life through animation and design, working collaboratively to create engaging content.

Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work on diverse projects, from educational videos to intricate character animations for various clients. My experience with software such as Maya and Blender allows me to craft detailed models and animations that resonate with audiences. I thrive in creative environments and look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of my craft.

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Language

English
Fluent
Khmer
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

3D Animator at GMH Fleet Services/Axle Spindle Repair
January 1, 2026 - Present
Created concept designs and sketches for characters, props, vehicles, and environments. Modeled, textured and rigged custom characters, props, and vehicles. Animated full-body actions and movement suited for each character's proportions and personalities, as well as actions for vehicles and environmental props. Integrated workflow with video editors and graphic designers to ensure requirements for video sequences and render passes are met smoothly.
3D Animator and Graphic Designer at Center for Pain and Stress Research Ltd.
January 1, 2024 - Present
Animated educational medical videos in 3D space. Modeled and cleaned up 3D assets for use in animations. Created and edited 2D texture maps, built custom rigs for characters and objects, and composed video sequences.
Animator / 3D Artist at Center for Pain and Stress Research Ltd.
January 1, 2024 - Present
Animated educational medical videos in 3D space; Modeled and cleaned up 3D assets for use in animation; Created and edited 2D texture maps; Built custom rigs for characters and objects; Cut and composited video clips.
3D Artist / Animator at Center for Pain and Stress Research Ltd.
January 1, 2024 - Present
Animated educational medical videos in 3D space; modeled and cleaned up 3D assets for use in animation; created and edited 2D texture maps; built custom rigs for characters and objects; cut and composited video clips.
Graphic Designer at The Idea Consultancy
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed social media posts for hospitals and cafes, retouched and composited photographs. Animated, edited, and composited videos and motion graphics to enhance visual storytelling.
Designer/Animation Specialist at The Idea Consultancy
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Designed social media posts for hospitals, cafés, and the Cambodian national stadium; Designed menus and posters for restaurants; Animated, edited, and composited videos and motion graphics.
3D Artist / Motion Graphics Designer at The Idea Consultancy
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Designed social media posts for hospitals, cafés, and the Cambodian National Stadium; designed menus and posters for restaurants; animated, edited, and composited videos and motion graphics.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Animation – Digital Production at Durham College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Course work towards a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Advanced Diploma in Animation – Digital production at Durham College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Course work towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Advanced Diploma in Animation at Durham College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Course work towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Advanced Diploma in Animation at Durham College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Course work towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Advanced Diploma in Animation at Durham College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Software & Internet
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