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I am a highly skilled and innovative Senior 3D Character Artist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in game art, character modeling, and animation. I have a proven expertise in creating high-quality assets across diverse styles and platforms, including AAA games and cinematic projects. I excel in collaboration, leadership, and pipeline optimization, with a strong passion for crafting immersive and visually stunning experiences. Throughout my career, I have mentored junior artists and introduced AI-driven workflows to accelerate production and enhance quality.…I am a highly skilled and innovative Senior 3D Character Artist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in game art, character modeling, and animation. I have a proven expertise in creating high-quality assets across diverse styles and platforms, including AAA games and cinematic projects. I excel in collaboration, leadership, and pipeline optimization, with a strong passion for crafting immersive and visually stunning experiences. Throughout my career, I have mentored junior artists and introduced AI-driven workflows to accelerate production and enhance quality.

Zancois Rice

3D Animator, 3D Modeler, Character Designer, +1

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I am a highly skilled and innovative Senior 3D Character Artist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in game art, character modeling, and animation. I have a proven expertise in creating high-quality assets across diverse styles and platforms, including AAA games and cinematic projects. I excel in collaboration, leadership, and pipeline optimization, with a strong passion for crafting immersive and visually stunning experiences. Throughout my career, I have mentored junior artists and introduced AI-driven workflows to accelerate production and enhance quality.…I am a highly skilled and innovative Senior 3D Character Artist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in game art, character modeling, and animation. I have a proven expertise in creating high-quality assets across diverse styles and platforms, including AAA games and cinematic projects. I excel in collaboration, leadership, and pipeline optimization, with a strong passion for crafting immersive and visually stunning experiences. Throughout my career, I have mentored junior artists and introduced AI-driven workflows to accelerate production and enhance quality.

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I am a highly skilled and innovative Senior 3D Character Artist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in game art, character modeling, and animation. I have a proven expertise in creating high-quality assets across diverse styles and platforms, including AAA games and cinematic projects.

I excel in collaboration, leadership, and pipeline optimization, with a strong passion for crafting immersive and visually stunning experiences. Throughout my career, I have mentored junior artists and introduced AI-driven workflows to accelerate production and enhance quality.

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Work Experience

Principal Artist II/Lead Artist IV at Everi Holdings

May 31, 2024 - August 21, 2025

Created high-quality 3D character models and animations for slot games, integrating conceptual and final art seamlessly. Developed and streamlined pipelines, introducing AI-based workflows to accelerate production and elevate quality. Mentored junior artists, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment. Provided accurate project estimates, ensuring on-time delivery and resource optimization.

Senior 3D Artist/Designer at Konami Gaming

January 31, 2019 - August 21, 2025

Delivered end-to-end production of character models, UI assets, and animations for slot machines. Guided teams in mastering diverse artistic styles to enhance quality and cohesion of final products. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of art assets with gameplay and narrative goals.

3D Artist/Animator at VGT/Aristocrat

March 31, 2017 - August 21, 2025

Produced real-time optimized character models and animations to meet technical requirements for slot game engines. Consistently exceeded expectations by delivering high-quality art within strict deadlines.

Lead 3D Artist Animator at KUMA REALITY GAMES

December 31, 2007 - August 21, 2025

Created 3D assets and animations for AAA FPS games including titles like Kuma War II, Military Training Simulations, Dino-Hunters, Dogfights, and Leaving the Game.

3D Animation Artist at FIREFLY STUDIOS

December 31, 2004 - August 21, 2025

Developed animation cycles for AAA NPC gameplay in the game CivCity Rome.

Freelance Artist

January 1, 2003 - Present

Created VR game characters optimized for immersive environments (Total Respawn). Designed AR assets for major brands including NFL, MasterCard, and Coca-Cola (MovMobile). Developed 3D assets for cinematic projects with clients such as Amazon and Lexus (ScreenVision).

Masterclass Instructor – 3D Modeling at Autodesk University

December 31, 2012 - August 21, 2025

Delivered a comprehensive master class on advanced 3D modeling techniques, recognized for expertise in workflows and skill development.