Hi, I’m Ibrahim Mert Duran, a 3D artist and animator who loves turning ideas into believable characters, props, and environments for games and TV. I thrive in collaborative teams, stay adaptable in different situations, and always aim for production-ready results that balance creativity with practicality. I’m continually expanding my skills in 3D modeling, illustration, and photography, and I’m eager to contribute to compelling game projects. I value strong communication, growth, and delivering high-quality work on time.

İbrahim Mert Duran

Hi, I’m Ibrahim Mert Duran, a 3D artist and animator who loves turning ideas into believable characters, props, and environments for games and TV. I thrive in collaborative teams, stay adaptable in different situations, and always aim for production-ready results that balance creativity with practicality. I’m continually expanding my skills in 3D modeling, illustration, and photography, and I’m eager to contribute to compelling game projects. I value strong communication, growth, and delivering high-quality work on time.

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Hi, I’m Ibrahim Mert Duran, a 3D artist and animator who loves turning ideas into believable characters, props, and environments for games and TV. I thrive in collaborative teams, stay adaptable in different situations, and always aim for production-ready results that balance creativity with practicality.

I’m continually expanding my skills in 3D modeling, illustration, and photography, and I’m eager to contribute to compelling game projects. I value strong communication, growth, and delivering high-quality work on time.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

3D Artist/Animator at YFA PRODUCTION LLC
June 1, 2024 - November 12, 2025
Creating 3D characters, props and animations for TV series. Working on concept and UI designs.
3D Artist Intern at OTTO GAMES
May 30, 2024 - May 30, 2024
Creating and texturing 3D Props for car simulation game. Designing UI for the game. Making the necessary light settings, shooting, processing the photos and delivery.
Part Time Photography & Lighting Assistant at KREAMARK
April 12, 2023 - April 12, 2023
Supporting photography and lighting tasks; contributed to asset creation and UI design for Hyper Casual style game.
Part Time Photography & Lighting Assistant at KREAMARK
December 28, 2022 - April 12, 2023
Assisted photography and lighting; contributed to 3D modeling/texturing and UI design for a hyper casual game.
3D Artist Intern at UDO GAMES
August 26, 2022 - August 26, 2022
Creating and texturing the 3D models required for Hyper Casual style game. Designing UI for the game.

Education

High School Diploma at Ankara Fine Arts High School
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at Hacettepe University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
High School Diploma at Ankara Fine Arts High School
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at Hacettepe University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Global Game Jam Event - The Game Circle
February 1, 2023 - November 12, 2025
Ankara Metropolitan Municipality Techbridge Metaverse and Game Technologies - Certificate Of Participation
November 1, 2023 - November 12, 2025
SEYYAH Character Design Festival
May 1, 2022 - November 12, 2025
Exhibition - TGNA-Culture of Claiming Rights and Ombudsman
January 1, 2017 - November 12, 2025
Global Game Jam Event - The Game Circle
February 1, 2023 - December 25, 2025
Techbridge Metaverse and Game Technologies - Certificate Of Participation
November 1, 2023 - December 25, 2025
SEYYAH Character Design Festival
May 1, 2022 - December 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet