I am an enthusiastic 3D Character Artist with a passion for stylized game art and storytelling. I specialize in stylized workflows using tools like ZBrush, 3dsMax, and Substance Painter, and I have experience with real-time engines like Unreal 5. I thrive in collaborative environments and love bringing characters and creatures to life from concept to final integration.

George Horwood

I am an enthusiastic 3D Character Artist with a passion for stylized game art and storytelling. I specialize in stylized workflows using tools like ZBrush, 3dsMax, and Substance Painter, and I have experience with real-time engines like Unreal 5. I thrive in collaborative environments and love bringing characters and creatures to life from concept to final integration.

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I am an enthusiastic 3D Character Artist with a passion for stylized game art and storytelling. I specialize in stylized workflows using tools like ZBrush, 3dsMax, and Substance Painter, and I have experience with real-time engines like Unreal 5. I thrive in collaborative environments and love bringing characters and creatures to life from concept to final integration.

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Work Experience

Crew Member at McDonald's
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Worked as a front of house/drivethrough crew member, responsible for creating customer food orders from scratch and preparing the food for in-house, drivethrough, and delivery driver collection. Developed communication skills under pressure and improved the ability to work efficiently.
Digital Marketing Intern at Purpol Marketing
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Engaged in an internship where I created whitepapers, infographics, and social media advertisements. Collaborated on design and marketing projects, learning the fundamentals of a digital marketing business.
Character Artist at Collaborative Game Production Project
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Participated in two 9-week projects, working on producing game-ready characters and aspects of production from concept to final game polish.
Training Champion/ Personal Shopper at Ocado retail
November 10, 2025 - Present
Working as a training Champion for Ocado, i oversee the onboarding procedure of new starters, ensuring i deliver the best possible experience to decrease employee turnover. i help deliver vital content for anyone wishing to begin their work at ocado. i go through health and safety in a warehouse, food safety and customer service as it pertains to their individually assigned work areas. My role is split between floor work and training meaning i am forced to adapt on the day.

Education

BA (Hons) Game Art at University of Staffordshire
September 28, 2022 - June 6, 2025
graduated with a First class honours
Lvl 3 Diploma in Art & Design at Barnfield College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Graphic Design BTEC Diploma at Luton sixth form College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Sports Coaching & Human Anatomy BTEC Diploma at Luton sixth form College
September 6, 2018 - March 11, 2020

Qualifications

Level 3 diploma art and design
September 10, 2020 - May 25, 2021
distinction award in multiple mediums including illustration, photography, and graphic design.
Games Art Degree
September 28, 2022 - June 6, 2025
from the University of Staffordshire, awarded a first class honours award

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment