Hi, I'm Ian Di Fiore, an artist at heart with a passion for animation, film, and storytelling. I started university early at 16 to chase those interests, and earned two tertiary degrees by 21, focusing on animation, VFX, and games. Over the past five years I've freelanced, producing short films as both main producer and contributor, and I have internship experience at AUT and Good Health Design, exploring 3D modeling and environment design and 3D printing. When I'm not creating, I love DND, gardening, spending time with my dog and cat, and learning about history and nature. I bring enthusiasm, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to every project.

Ian Di Fiore

Hi, I'm Ian Di Fiore, an artist at heart with a passion for animation, film, and storytelling. I started university early at 16 to chase those interests, and earned two tertiary degrees by 21, focusing on animation, VFX, and games. Over the past five years I've freelanced, producing short films as both main producer and contributor, and I have internship experience at AUT and Good Health Design, exploring 3D modeling and environment design and 3D printing. When I'm not creating, I love DND, gardening, spending time with my dog and cat, and learning about history and nature. I bring enthusiasm, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to every project.

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Hi, I’m Ian Di Fiore, an artist at heart with a passion for animation, film, and storytelling. I started university early at 16 to chase those interests, and earned two tertiary degrees by 21, focusing on animation, VFX, and games. Over the past five years I’ve freelanced, producing short films as both main producer and contributor, and I have internship experience at AUT and Good Health Design, exploring 3D modeling and environment design and 3D printing.

When I’m not creating, I love DND, gardening, spending time with my dog and cat, and learning about history and nature. I bring enthusiasm, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

3D Character and Environment Artist at Freelance
January 1, 2024 - Present
Currently freelancing as a 3D designer, working with Citysculp creating 3D printable replicas of various places worldwide.
Intern at Auckland University of Technology
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Worked on an animated documentary about the Romani experience, with responsibilities including 3D modeling and environment design.
Intern at Good Health Design
December 31, 2020 - September 5, 2025
Worked on small-scale 3D modeling projects involving 3D printing.
2D Freelancer at Freelance
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Took various commissions primarily in the DND fandom for character drawings and more varied 2D art commissions before fully transitioning to 3D.

Education

Bachelor of VFX at Ackland University of Technology
February 28, 2024 - December 11, 2024
Diploma in Film and Animation at YOOBEE Colleges
February 16, 2021 - June 22, 2021
Bachelor of Animation at YOOBEE Colleges
February 16, 2021 - June 16, 2022
Diploma in Film and Animation at YOOBEE Colleges
February 16, 2020 - June 22, 2020
Bachelor of Animation, VFX and Game Design, Minor in Motion Capture at Auckland University of Technology
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Level 7 Bachelor in Animation at YOOBEE Colleges
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Level 5 Diploma in Film & Animation at YOOBEE Colleges
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Tertiary studies in Animation and Film
January 11, 2030 - February 25, 2026
Bachelor's degree in VFX and Games
January 11, 2030 - February 25, 2026
Best Design Awards Finalist
January 1, 2024 - February 25, 2026

Industry Experience

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