Hi there, I’m Manny Phoenix, a 3D Character Artist and lecturer with proven experience in teaching and leading creative programmes in games and animation. I develop and deliver full curricula, collaborate with QA assessors and managers, and lead teams of tutors and teaching assistants to support student learning. I bring professional industry expertise in game development and digital art to education, ensuring students learn both creative and technical skills for success. I’ve led teams across institutions, tailoring curricula to diverse student needs (including ADHD, autism, SEMH) and building inclusive teaching strategies. My strengths include character modeling, sculpting, and creating immersive experiences for games and animation. I actively bring industry-level skills into education, excel in project management, layout design, and photo editing, and am proficient in Maya, ZBrush, Marvelous Designer, Substance Painter, Unity and Unreal Engine 5. I hold a First Class Honours degree in 3D Animation & Games from Middlesex University and remain passionate about mentoring new talent and pushing creative boundaries.

Hi there, I’m Manny Phoenix, a 3D Character Artist and lecturer with proven experience in teaching and leading creative programmes in games and animation. I develop and deliver full curricula, collaborate with QA assessors and managers, and lead teams of tutors and teaching assistants to support student learning. I bring professional industry expertise in game development and digital art to education, ensuring students learn both creative and technical skills for success. I’ve led teams across institutions, tailoring curricula to diverse student needs (including ADHD, autism, SEMH) and building inclusive teaching strategies. My strengths include character modeling, sculpting, and creating immersive experiences for games and animation. I actively bring industry-level skills into education, excel in project management, layout design, and photo editing, and am proficient in Maya, ZBrush, Marvelous Designer, Substance Painter, Unity and Unreal Engine 5. I hold a First Class Honours degree in 3D Animation & Games from Middlesex University and remain passionate about mentoring new talent and pushing creative boundaries.

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Hi there, I’m Manny Phoenix, a 3D Character Artist and lecturer with proven experience in teaching and leading creative programmes in games and animation. I develop and deliver full curricula, collaborate with QA assessors and managers, and lead teams of tutors and teaching assistants to support student learning. I bring professional industry expertise in game development and digital art to education, ensuring students learn both creative and technical skills for success.

I’ve led teams across institutions, tailoring curricula to diverse student needs (including ADHD, autism, SEMH) and building inclusive teaching strategies. My strengths include character modeling, sculpting, and creating immersive experiences for games and animation. I actively bring industry-level skills into education, excel in project management, layout design, and photo editing, and am proficient in Maya, ZBrush, Marvelous Designer, Substance Painter, Unity and Unreal Engine 5. I hold a First Class Honours degree in 3D Animation & Games from Middlesex University and remain passionate about mentoring new talent and pushing creative boundaries.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Guest Lecturer at Middlesex University & Westminster Kingsway College
September 30, 2022 - October 11, 2025
Gave lectures on ZBrush, Photoshop and career progression; taught Animation & Games Design at the college level.
Course Leader of Animation and Games Design at Sutton District Training
January 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Designed, coordinated and delivered RSL Degree in Animation and Games Design, and Digital Skills/ICT programs for SDT and Lechworth for 2 years.
Professional 3D Training Instructor at Self Employed
December 31, 2020 - October 11, 2025
Gave private tutoring to professionals for EA, Sony and others; designed and delivered RSL Degree in Animation & Games Design and related ICT skills.
3D Character Artist at EGX & EGX Rezzed Exhibitions
December 31, 2020 - October 11, 2025
Character and environment artist for 3 games showcased at EGX and EGX Rezzed in 2019 and 2020.
3D Character Artist at Metavillage
December 31, 2022 - October 11, 2025
3D character artist for Metavillage (promotion campaign).
3D Character Portraits/Replicas at Trident Raijin
December 31, 2022 - October 11, 2025
3D character portraits replicas for VR/Promotional materials.
Character Artist at Waste Creative Studio
December 31, 2020 - October 11, 2025
Freelance character artist for VR demo project.
Event Organising Assistant at National Theatre
December 31, 2015 - October 11, 2025
OCS event organising assistant; assisted in preparations for spectacles and demonstrations, including guiding audience and assisting actors.
Librarian at Elephant and Castle Library
December 31, 2013 - October 11, 2025
Assisted leading librarian with organizing books and supporting lessons.
Lead Concept Artist at Studio Drakon
January 1, 2024 - Present
Leading design of characters, environments, props and UI elements; collaborating with lead developer, art director and 3D modeling team.
Lead 3D Character Artist at Studio Drakon
January 1, 2024 - Present
Leading 3D character design and assets; overseeing UI elements and environments; leading a 3D modeling team.
Character Artist at Otherworld VR
December 31, 2019 - October 11, 2025
Concept and 3D artist for VR campaigns and promotional work (2019).
3D Artist at Waste Creative Studio / VR Campaigns
December 31, 2020 - October 11, 2025
Character and environment artist for VR demo projects and promotional campaigns.
Guest Lecturer at Middlesex University & Westminster Kingsway College
September 1, 2022 - Present
Gave lectures and taught Animation & Games Design; contributed to curriculum discussions and student projects.
Course Leader of Animation and Games Design at Sutton District Training
January 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Led course development and delivery of Animation and Games Design, including program management and ICT/skills integration.
Professional 3D Training Instructor at Self Employed
January 1, 2020 - October 11, 2025
Private tutoring and professional training for industry enthusiasts and teams, focusing on 3D art and game design.
Character Artist at Waste Creative Studio
January 1, 2020 - October 11, 2025
Character and environment art for VR/FPs projects in London; contributed to promotional materials.
3D Character Artist at Metavillage
December 31, 2022 - October 11, 2025
Concept and 3D character work for VR campaigns and promotional materials.
Character/Environment Artist at Otherworld
December 31, 2019 - October 11, 2025
Created concepts, characters and environments for VR games; contributed to promotional campaigns.
Event Organising Assistant at National Theatre
January 1, 2015 - October 11, 2025
Supported preparation and direction of performances, assisting actors and audience coordination.
Librarian at Elephant and Castle Library
January 1, 2013 - October 11, 2025
Assisted the head librarian with book organization and in-library lesson supervision.

Education

Bachelor of 3D Animation & Games Design at Middlesex University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of 3D Animation & Games (First Class Honours) at Middlesex University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Animation and 3D Games Design Bachellor Degree
September 5, 2017 - July 17, 2021
Top grades and published 2 games
First Class Honours in 3D Animation & Games Design
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
First Class Honours in 3D Animation & Games
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
RSL Degree in Animation & Games Design
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025

Industry Experience

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