Hugo Moreira

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I'm Hugo Moreira, a game artist specializing in level design, environment art, and visual effects.

About

I’m Hugo Moreira, a game artist specializing in level design, environment art, and visual effects. I enjoy shaping immersive worlds by combining strong design with striking visuals, and I thrive in collaborative teams where ideas flow between art, design, and code.

Beyond creating art, I mentor students, lead design initiatives, and enjoy turning ambitious concepts into playable experiences. I’ve contributed to projects like Obscuria, Bloodoffer, Curse of Life, and I regularly participate in Game Jams to refine my skills and push creative boundaries.

  • 6 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Languages

  • PortugueseFluent
  • EnglishFluent
  • Spanish; CastilianIntermediate

Industry experience

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

Work experience· 5 roles

Associate Professor · IP Leiria - ESTGJan 2025 – Sep 2025 · 9 mos

Teaching undergraduate courses related to Games and Multimedia, including topics such as 3D Game Project & Multimedia Interaction Techniques.

Environment Art, VFX & Level Design · Demon SporeJan 2025 – Sep 2025 · 9 mos

Concept and create an engaging environment with challenging layouts that highlight the game's mechanics. Oversee gameplay testing to ensure the intended experience. Create particle FX, lighting scenes, design, modify, and texture 3D assets to be used in-game.

Environment Art & Game Design · ArtStation - Curse of LifeJan 2021 – Sep 2025 · 4 yrs 9 mos

Created 3D and 2D assets, including concept art, props, UI, particle effects, and level design; designed missions and challenges; oversaw gameplay testing to ensure the intended experience.

Environment Art & Game Design · ArtStation - BloodofferJan 2020 – Sep 2025 · 5 yrs 9 mos
Programmer, VFX & Game Design · Obscuria (Academic Game Project) - 2D & 3DJan 2019 – Sep 2025 · 6 yrs 9 mos

Education

Bachelor's in Games and Multimedia · Politécnico de Leiria2016 – 2021
Master's in Electronic Engineering and Telecommunications (unfinished) · Universidade de Aveiro2013 – 2016

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