Nicolas Restrepo Vega

Available to hire

3D Character Artist with a strong skill-based experience in delivering models on time, optimized, and adhering to the guidelines of the art direction.

About

3D Character Artist with a strong skill-based experience in delivering models on time,
optimized, and adhering to the guidelines of the art direction. Always taking corrections
and feedback positively to promote synergy in production.

  • 15 years' experience
  • Joined November 2026

Languages

  • Spanish; CastilianFluent
  • EnglishAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 4 roles

AIRBUS 320 - FIRST OFFICER · Avianca AirlinesOct 2017 – Nov 2021 · 4 yrs 2 mos

• Strict compliance with flight duties. • Stay constantly updated on regulations, manuals, and operational procedures. • Ensure flight safety at all times, taking command when necessary. • ake on communications, flight preparation, and any other demands that the operation may entail.

Titular teacher · University of San BuenaventuraJan 2017 – Dec 2017 · 1 yr

During my brief time at the University, I successfully established the research group dedicated to game development. This group boasted the highest number of enrolled students compared to other research groups. The most significant achievement was the creation of three postgraduate courses, designed to cover 3D modeling from beginners to advanced levels. These courses integrated workflows involving Maya, Zbrush, and Substance for Nextgen character creation.

Titular teacher · University of MedellinJan 2012 – Nov 2014 · 2 yrs 11 mos

• One of the most noteworthy achievements is that I successfully restructured the Animation course entirely, transforming it into a 3-semester emphasis program. • Under my leadership, I partnered with the university to launch an unprecedented academic program in animation and video games. A game-changer for our city at the time.

3D Character Artist · FreelanceJan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 11 mos

Education

Master in Advanced 3D Characters Modeling · Animum2022 – 2023
BA Audiovisual · University of Medellin2004 – 2010
Master in Video Games Design · A+ School of Visual Arts2012
Commercial Pilot · Halcones Aviation School2014 – 2016

Certifications and awards

Honorable mention award2010

3D Animation Short Film as a BA tesis.

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