Hi there! I’m Walker Small, a recent BFA graduate in 3D Animation and Game Design from the University of the Incarnate Word. I specialize in 3D prop and creature modeling, with strong experience in Unreal Engine, ZBrush, and Maya, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring imaginative worlds to life. I’m eager for opportunities across industries and excited to contribute my design skills, work ethic, and passion for art to new projects. Let’s build something memorable together.

Walker Small

Hi there! I’m Walker Small, a recent BFA graduate in 3D Animation and Game Design from the University of the Incarnate Word. I specialize in 3D prop and creature modeling, with strong experience in Unreal Engine, ZBrush, and Maya, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring imaginative worlds to life. I’m eager for opportunities across industries and excited to contribute my design skills, work ethic, and passion for art to new projects. Let’s build something memorable together.

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Hi there! I’m Walker Small, a recent BFA graduate in 3D Animation and Game Design from the University of the Incarnate Word. I specialize in 3D prop and creature modeling, with strong experience in Unreal Engine, ZBrush, and Maya, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring imaginative worlds to life.

I’m eager for opportunities across industries and excited to contribute my design skills, work ethic, and passion for art to new projects. Let’s build something memorable together.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Crew Member at MODS Pizza
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Line worker responsible for customer interaction and food crafting. Also sanitized food prep surfaces and stocked and managed inventory.
Host at Franklin Park Assisted Living
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Host and waiter responsible for communication and management of orders and comfort. Handled post dining clean-up responsibilities and prepared multiple areas for next shift dining.
Barista at Brevity Coffee Company
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provided fast, friendly service while preparing beverages to brand and quality standards in a fast-paced environment. Managed store organization and logistics to ensure smooth daily and monthly operations. Served as store closer managing financials and store security.
Program Ambassador at UIW Upgrade
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Served as a program ambassador for UIW’s 3D modeling program, demonstrating and explaining the 3D art and modeling process from concept to fully rendered output. Also supported recruitment by showcasing the program and associated art to prospective students.
Thesis Production at University of the Incarnate Word
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Prepared various 3D props for an in-house game, Rabies. Rendered several different models throughout the entire game from modeling and low-poly to texture and finally, implementation.
Volunteer Program Ambassador at University of the Incarnate Word - Upgrade
January 1, 2024 - Present
Served as a program ambassador for UIW’s 3D modeling program, demonstrating and explaining the 3D art and modeling process from concept to fully rendered output. Also supported recruitment by showcasing the program and associated art to prospective students.
Thesis Production at University of the Incarnate Word - Rabies Project
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Prepared various 3D props for our in-house game, Rabies. Rendered several different models throughout the entire game from modeling and low-poly to texture and finally, implementation.

Education

High School Diploma at Brennan High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Fine Arts in 3D Animation and Game Design at University of the Incarnate Word
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Brennan High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
BFA in 3D Animation and Game Design (Minor: Programming) at University of the Incarnate Word
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

National Honors Society
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Honors Society
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services