I am a creative and self-taught 3D artist with over a decade of experience spanning motion graphics, VFX, gaming, and event content design. I am highly skilled in both 2D and 3D production pipelines, with a passion for storytelling through design and animation. I am adept at using industry-standard tools and emerging AI technologies to elevate visual content. Currently based in Dubai, I specialize in animated VFX films for out-of-home advertisements, social media content, and event shows. My work experience ranges from freelancing to senior roles within media production studios, and I continuously strive to expand my skills and contribute to innovative media projects.…

Gerald Michael Payumo

I am a creative and self-taught 3D artist with over a decade of experience spanning motion graphics, VFX, gaming, and event content design. I am highly skilled in both 2D and 3D production pipelines, with a passion for storytelling through design and animation. I am adept at using industry-standard tools and emerging AI technologies to elevate visual content. Currently based in Dubai, I specialize in animated VFX films for out-of-home advertisements, social media content, and event shows. My work experience ranges from freelancing to senior roles within media production studios, and I continuously strive to expand my skills and contribute to innovative media projects.…

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I am a creative and self-taught 3D artist with over a decade of experience spanning motion graphics, VFX, gaming, and event content design. I am highly skilled in both 2D and 3D production pipelines, with a passion for storytelling through design and animation. I am adept at using industry-standard tools and emerging AI technologies to elevate visual content.

Currently based in Dubai, I specialize in animated VFX films for out-of-home advertisements, social media content, and event shows. My work experience ranges from freelancing to senior roles within media production studios, and I continuously strive to expand my skills and contribute to innovative media projects.

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Work Experience

Senior 3D Generalist at Media Pro & Creative Factory
January 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Entered the events industry handling diverse tasks including stage mock-ups and content creation for shows. Clients include Azizi, Binghatti, Ferrari World, IFFA Awards, Riyadh Boulevard, among others.
Freelance 3D Artist
January 1, 2024 - Present
Currently focused on creating animated VFX films for out-of-home advertising and social media content for various clients. This role encompasses the development of visual content tailored for marketing and promotion.
Senior 3D Generalist at Media Pro & Creative Factory
January 1, 2024 - August 6, 2025
Handled various media projects including 2D motion graphics and 3D animations. Managed content creation and visual design within the company based in Dubai.
Freelance 3D Artist
January 1, 2024 - Present
Currently creating animated VFX films for out-of-home advertisements and social media projects for clients. Managing diverse freelance projects involving 3D animation and content design.
Senior 3D Generalist at Media Pro & Creative Factory
January 1, 2024 - August 5, 2025
Managed various media projects across 2D motion graphics and 3D animations. Took on my first tasks in the events industry handling multiple responsibilities from stage mockups to content creation for major event shows such as Azizi, Binghatti, Ferrari World, IFFA Awards, Riyadh Boulevard, among others.
Freelance 3D Artist
January 1, 2024 - Present
Currently creating a lot of animated VFX films for out-of-home advertisements intended for social media usage for various clients.
Senior 3D Generalist at Media Pro & Creative Factory
January 1, 2024 - August 5, 2025
Handled various tasks in events industries, ranging from stage mock-ups to content creation for shows, including events for Azizi, Binghatti, Ferrari World, IFFA Awards, Riyadh Boulevard, and more.
Freelance 3D Artist
January 1, 2024 - Present
Currently working on animated VFX films for out-of-home (OOH) advertisements targeted for social media purposes of clients.
3D Motion Graphic Artist at Nineseven1 Media
December 31, 2021 - August 5, 2025
Worked on diverse media projects focused on 2D motion graphics and 3D animation production.
3D Motion Graphic Artist at Nineseven1 Media
January 1, 2021 - August 26, 2025
Worked on various media projects ranging from 2D motion graphics to 3D animations, contributing to the creative production of multimedia content.
3D Motion Graphic Artist at NineSeven1 Media
January 1, 2021 - August 6, 2025
Worked on media projects involving 2D and 3D graphics between 2018 and 2021.
3D Motion Graphic Artist at Nineseven1 Media
January 1, 2021 - August 5, 2025
Worked on various media projects from 2D motion graphics to 3D animations as the first company worked with in Dubai.
3D Artist at Narrasoft Manila
December 31, 2018 - August 5, 2025
Entered the 3D printing industry mainly working with ZBrush for sculpting characters and creatures. Also contributed to outsourced projects for mobile game development and asset creation.
3D Artist at Narrasoft Manila
January 1, 2018 - August 26, 2025
Focused on 3D printing industry work, mainly using ZBrush for sculpting characters and creatures for 3D printing; outsourced projects for mobile games and asset creation.
3D Artist at Narrasoft Manila
January 1, 2018 - August 6, 2025
Entered the 3D printing industry focusing on character and creature sculpting using ZBrush. Supported mobile game development and asset creation through outsourcing collaborations.
3D Artist at Narrasoft Manila
January 1, 2018 - August 5, 2025
Worked mainly with ZBrush for sculpting characters and creatures for 3D printing. Also outsourced for mobile game development and asset creation.
Multimedia Artist at XS Multimedia
December 31, 2016 - August 5, 2025
Handled the VFX pipeline for CGI video production, from 3D modeling to final output.
Multimedia Artist at XS Multimedia
January 1, 2016 - August 26, 2025
Handled the VFX pipeline for CGI in video production; tasks included 3D modeling to final multimedia production.
Multimedia Artist at XS Multimedia
January 1, 2016 - August 6, 2025
Served as a 3D generalist managing the VFX pipeline for CGI video production from modeling to final output.
Multimedia Artist at XS Multimedia
January 1, 2016 - August 5, 2025
Managed the VFX pipeline for CGI in video production, covering tasks from 3D modeling to final production.
2D Artist at Gameloft Manila
December 31, 2014 - August 5, 2025
In charge of 2D art work for game production tasks.
2D Artist at Gameloft Manila
January 1, 2014 - August 26, 2025
Was responsible for 2D art creation in the gaming company, contributing to game visual assets.
2D Artist at Gameloft Manila
January 1, 2014 - August 6, 2025
Responsible for 2D art production within the gaming company.
2D Artist at Gameloft Manila
January 1, 2014 - August 5, 2025
Responsible for 2D artwork.

Education

Bachelor of Science and Information Technology at Systems Technology Institute
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Systems at Technology Institute
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Systems at Technology Institute
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology at Systems Technology Institute
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Hard Surface Modeling with Patrick van Rooijen
January 1, 2020 - August 5, 2025
Hard Surface Modeling with Patrick van Rooijen
January 1, 2020 - August 5, 2025
Hard Surface Modeling with Patrick Van Rooijen
January 1, 2020 - August 6, 2025
Hard Surface Modeling with Patrick Van Rooijen
January 1, 2020 - August 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet

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