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I am a multidisciplinary visual artist and designer based in Abu Dhabi with over seven years of professional experience in 3D art, concept design, motion graphics, and visual effects. I hold a BA (Hons) in Visual Effects and Concept Design from Staffordshire University and Asia Pacific University. My career spans the gaming, metaverse, NFT, and retail sectors: I served as Art Director at SIFOR Games, leading the design of mobile games published on Google Play and the App Store; as Lead Artist at Hivers, where I helped build the foundation of their metaverse platform; and as Art Designer at Scienjoy Meta Technology, where I handled UI/UX design, 3D modeling, branding, and game asset production for the Dubai Verse Cup. I currently work as a freelance 3D and graphic designer for L'Oreal Middle East, producing planogram visualizations and retail artworks across the MENA region. My technical toolkit includes Blender, Autodesk Maya, Unity, Substance Painter, Figma, and the Adobe Creative Suite.…I am a multidisciplinary visual artist and designer based in Abu Dhabi with over seven years of professional experience in 3D art, concept design, motion graphics, and visual effects. I hold a BA (Hons) in Visual Effects and Concept Design from Staffordshire University and Asia Pacific University. My career spans the gaming, metaverse, NFT, and retail sectors: I served as Art Director at SIFOR Games, leading the design of mobile games published on Google Play and the App Store; as Lead Artist at Hivers, where I helped build the foundation of their metaverse platform; and as Art Designer at Scienjoy Meta Technology, where I handled UI/UX design, 3D modeling, branding, and game asset production for the Dubai Verse Cup. I currently work as a freelance 3D and graphic designer for L'Oreal Middle East, producing planogram visualizations and retail artworks across the MENA region. My technical toolkit includes Blender, Autodesk Maya, Unity, Substance Painter, Figma, and the Adobe Creative Suite.

Mihyar Al Hamwi

3D Designer, 3D Visualizer, Visual Effects Artist, +4

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I am a multidisciplinary visual artist and designer based in Abu Dhabi with over seven years of professional experience in 3D art, concept design, motion graphics, and visual effects. I hold a BA (Hons) in Visual Effects and Concept Design from Staffordshire University and Asia Pacific University. My career spans the gaming, metaverse, NFT, and retail sectors: I served as Art Director at SIFOR Games, leading the design of mobile games published on Google Play and the App Store; as Lead Artist at Hivers, where I helped build the foundation of their metaverse platform; and as Art Designer at Scienjoy Meta Technology, where I handled UI/UX design, 3D modeling, branding, and game asset production for the Dubai Verse Cup. I currently work as a freelance 3D and graphic designer for L'Oreal Middle East, producing planogram visualizations and retail artworks across the MENA region. My technical toolkit includes Blender, Autodesk Maya, Unity, Substance Painter, Figma, and the Adobe Creative Suite.…I am a multidisciplinary visual artist and designer based in Abu Dhabi with over seven years of professional experience in 3D art, concept design, motion graphics, and visual effects. I hold a BA (Hons) in Visual Effects and Concept Design from Staffordshire University and Asia Pacific University. My career spans the gaming, metaverse, NFT, and retail sectors: I served as Art Director at SIFOR Games, leading the design of mobile games published on Google Play and the App Store; as Lead Artist at Hivers, where I helped build the foundation of their metaverse platform; and as Art Designer at Scienjoy Meta Technology, where I handled UI/UX design, 3D modeling, branding, and game asset production for the Dubai Verse Cup. I currently work as a freelance 3D and graphic designer for L'Oreal Middle East, producing planogram visualizations and retail artworks across the MENA region. My technical toolkit includes Blender, Autodesk Maya, Unity, Substance Painter, Figma, and the Adobe Creative Suite.

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I am a multidisciplinary visual artist and designer based in Abu Dhabi with over seven years of professional experience in 3D art, concept design, motion graphics, and visual effects. I hold a BA (Hons) in Visual Effects and Concept Design from Staffordshire University and Asia Pacific University. My career spans the gaming, metaverse, NFT, and retail sectors: I served as Art Director at SIFOR Games, leading the design of mobile games published on Google Play and the App Store; as Lead Artist at Hivers, where I helped build the foundation of their metaverse platform; and as Art Designer at Scienjoy Meta Technology, where I handled UI/UX design, 3D modeling, branding, and game asset production for the Dubai Verse Cup. I currently work as a freelance 3D and graphic designer for L’Oreal Middle East, producing planogram visualizations and retail artworks across the MENA region. My technical toolkit includes Blender, Autodesk Maya, Unity, Substance Painter, Figma, and the Adobe Creative Suite.

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Work Experience

Art Designer at Scienjoy Meta Technology - DVCC Technology

November 30, 2024 - July 27, 2025

Designed and animated all UI elements and menu pages for the Dubai Verse Cup app, enhancing user experience. Performed 3D modeling, shader creation, texturing, and rendering of horse & jockey skins as well as environments and assets for different game levels. Created art and copy layouts for visual communication media including collateral, social media, branding, identity, packaging, and more for multiple projects. Established branding guidelines for the Dubai Verse Cup app. Collaborated with Dubai Racing Club (DRC) to improve game visuals and overall company presentation. Led projects and supervised interns to foster innovative marketing strategies, product presentations, and game asset creation.

Motion Graphics - VFX - 3D Art at DubaiPeeps - AnonymousPeeps

October 31, 2022 - July 27, 2025

Worked with the first NFT community in the UAE, DubaiPeeps, and their upcoming project, AnonymousPeeps. Created effects and animated backgrounds matching each NFT’s unique style. Modeled a VR headset in 3D to showcase the AnonymousPeeps logo on social media profiles. Gained understanding of the best visual presentation methods for NFTs.

Lead Artist at HIVERS

February 28, 2022 - July 27, 2025

Developed the initial three rooms for the HIVERS metaverse as foundational elements, and created further designs post-launch. Managed the team, leading brainstorming sessions for room creation ensuring alignment with styles and buyer requirements. Developed the NFT Metacard allowing buyers to own virtual rooms or spaces within the metaverse. Created NFT Metacard-inspired templates for social media campaigns.

Lead Artist at SIFOR Games

February 28, 2022 - July 27, 2025

Modeled 3D assets and collaborated on game prototypes with global mobile game publishers such as Crazy Labs, Voodoo, Homa Games, Lion Studios, Tap Nation, and MOONEE. Led brainstorming and game design efforts resulting in successful game publications on Google Play and the App Store. Executed 3D modeling and asset finalization for published games. Designed digital card assets as NFTs within the HIVERS metaverse showcased at the Hyper Games Conference.

Art Director at BINO Motorbike Rental

February 28, 2022 - July 27, 2025

Collaborated on brainstorming and planning a promotional video for the company's Gamification Application. Collected and edited images, logos, and online assets using Photoshop; compiled and edited feature videos with Premiere Pro. Created and animated the final promotional video in After Effects to clearly present application features. Provided complete videography and video editing for the first episode of “Yalla Ride”, a company blog.

Motion Graphics Artist [Freelance]

September 30, 2019 - July 27, 2025

Freelance motion graphics work in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, including creating visual content and animations.

Video Editor - Videographer [Freelance] at Hult Prize Foundation

March 31, 2019 - July 27, 2025

Managed recording activities and edited footage for the event in Malaysia. Assembled video clips into a highlight video and added audio for use during the event and on social media.

3D Visualizer [Freelance] at GCM - Futurist Foundation

January 31, 2019 - July 27, 2025

Collaborated on modeling, texturing, shading, and rendering digital assets for Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 projects. Prepared 3D spaces for virtual reality walkthroughs.

Lead Artist (Part-Time) at Clairvoyant Studios

March 31, 2019 - July 27, 2025

Designed 3D low-poly and voxel assets for games using Blender and MagicaVoxel. Developed mid-poly and high-poly assets to boost social media presence and online sales. Enhanced company’s overall art and design value.

3D Design - Graphic Design [Freelance] at L’Oréal Middle East - Talentsflow

June 1, 2025 - Present

Handling planograms as 3D visualization for L’Oréal’s mass products across major retailers in the region; coordinating visual merchandising guidelines; creating 2D artworks for print in various stores. Potential future work with Chemist Warehouse noted.

Art Designer at Scienjoy Meta Technology (FKA DVCC Technology)

November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2024

Designed and animated UI elements in Figma for the Dubai Verse Cup app; built 3D assets and skins using Blender, Unity, Substance Painter, and Photoshop; created branding guidelines and collateral; collaborated with Dubai Racing Club; led a small team of interns for marketing assets.

Motion Graphics - VFX - 3D Art [Freelance] at DubaiPeeps - AnonymousPeeps (Remote)

March 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022

Created NFT-focused visuals and animated backgrounds; designed a VR headset 3D model to showcase branding; edited stills and videos using After Effects and Premiere Pro to optimize online presence.

Lead Artist at Hivers

January 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022

Built the initial three rooms for the HIVERS metaverse; managed a team of five; developed NFT Metacard templates and assets for social media campaigns; contributed to marketing content production.

Art Director at SIFOR Games Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

November 1, 2019 - February 28, 2022

Modeled 3D assets and contributed to game prototypes with major publishers; led brainstorming and design of 5+ games; established an art pipeline; designed NFT digital card assets for HIVERS metaverse showcased at industry events.

Motion Graphics Artist [Freelance] at BINO Motorbike Rental

September 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019

Brainstormed and planned promotional video; edited promotional assets and completed the first episode of the company vlog; contributed to online presence through feature videos.

Lead Artist (Part-Time) at Clairvoyant Studios

August 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019

Designed 3D low-poly and voxel assets for multiple games; developed mid/high-poly assets for online sale and social media; enhanced studio’s art and design value.

3D Visualizer at GCM - Futurist Foundation

April 1, 2018 - January 31, 2019

Modeled, textured, shaded, and rendered two versions of a shop for Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2; prepared a VR-ready 3D space for a walkthrough.

Motion Graphics - VFX - 3D Art [Freelance] at DubaiPeeps - AnonymousPeeps

March 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022

Created NFT-related motion graphics and 3D assets; modeled VR headset in Blender to showcase the logo; produced assets and edits in After Effects and Premiere Pro to elevate the online presence of AnonymousPeeps.

Art Director at SIFOR Games

November 1, 2019 - February 1, 2022

Modeled 3D assets and collaborated on prototypes with publishers; led brainstorming and design for 5+ games; established art pipeline; designed NFT card assets for the HIVERS metaverse showcased at Hyper Games Conference.