SMAILLIW MELENDEZ

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I’m a multidisciplinary 3D artist with over 9 years of experience crafting high-end product visualizations and photorealistic renders for global brands like Samsonite, On Running, Puma, Canon, and Haier.

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I’m a multidisciplinary 3D artist with over 9 years of experience crafting high-end product visualizations and photorealistic renders for global brands like Samsonite, On Running, Puma, Canon, and Haier. I specialize in hard surface modeling with clean topology for UV mapping and animation, and I’m proficient in Blender, Substance Painter, Adobe Suite, and AI image-generation tools.

I excel in creating both realistic and cartoon textures, mapping UVs with precision, and optimizing topology for rigging and display. I’ve led the Texturing Department at Rabipelo Studio, managed multiple brand projects across Europe for holographic displays, and I enjoy collaborating with Concept Art teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality visuals. I’m comfortable freelancing, communicating clearly with clients, and adapting workflows to team needs.

  • 10 years' experience
  • Joined May 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 5 roles

Lead 3D Artist · Disturbed Media GroupMar 2025 – Sep 2025 · 7 mos

Produced high-quality 3D models for animations and displays in holographic installations across major train stations and shopping centers across Europe.

Lead 3D Artist · Disturbed Media Group (Remote)Sep 2022 – Mar 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

Produced 3D models for animations displayed in holographic installations across major train stations and shopping centers throughout Europe. Created detailed textures, unwrapped UVs, and delivered models with optimized topology for seamless animation and display playback. Collaborated with globally recognized brands such as Puma, On Running, and Canon to develop visually impactful assets. Effectively managed multiple brand projects simultaneously, ensuring high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Freelance 3D Artist · Independent / FreelanceJan 2022 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos

Provided 3D modeling and texturing services to various clients, tailoring deliverables to meet project needs and artistic styles.

Freelance 3D ArtistAug 2018 – Jan 2022 · 3 yrs 6 mos
Prop & Texture Artist · Rabipelao StudioJan 2015 – Aug 2018 · 3 yrs 8 mos

Education· 6

Certificate in English · The Language College, Maracay, Venezuela2008 – 2009
Digital Design and Composition Certification · Dr Graphic, Maracay, Venezuela2009 – 2011
Foundations of Composition · Dr Graphic, Maracay, Venezuela2009 – 2011
Principles of Design and Color · Dr Graphic, Maracay, Venezuela2009 – 2011

Certifications and awards· 6

English Certificate2008 – 2009
Digital Design and Composition Certification2009 – 2011
Foundations of Composition2009 – 2011
Principles of Design and Color2009 – 2011

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