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Hi, I’m Yilin (Elaine) Ye, an entry-level 3D artist and game modeling enthusiast. I specialize in crafting 3D characters, assets, and animations for Unity-based projects using Maya, focusing on clean topology, performance optimization, and game-ready quality. I enjoy collaborating with designers and developers to translate concepts into polished assets that fit seamlessly into production pipelines. I earned a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Digital Media (Game Development) from York University, where I studied 3D modeling, animation, game design, and interactive media. I’m a fast learner who thrives in team environments, bringing a strong sense of form, proportion, and visual storytelling to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to creative and technical challenges in game development.…Hi, I’m Yilin (Elaine) Ye, an entry-level 3D artist and game modeling enthusiast. I specialize in crafting 3D characters, assets, and animations for Unity-based projects using Maya, focusing on clean topology, performance optimization, and game-ready quality. I enjoy collaborating with designers and developers to translate concepts into polished assets that fit seamlessly into production pipelines. I earned a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Digital Media (Game Development) from York University, where I studied 3D modeling, animation, game design, and interactive media. I’m a fast learner who thrives in team environments, bringing a strong sense of form, proportion, and visual storytelling to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to creative and technical challenges in game development.

Yilin (Elaine) Ye

3D Modeler, 3D Designer, Game Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Yilin (Elaine) Ye, an entry-level 3D artist and game modeling enthusiast. I specialize in crafting 3D characters, assets, and animations for Unity-based projects using Maya, focusing on clean topology, performance optimization, and game-ready quality. I enjoy collaborating with designers and developers to translate concepts into polished assets that fit seamlessly into production pipelines. I earned a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Digital Media (Game Development) from York University, where I studied 3D modeling, animation, game design, and interactive media. I’m a fast learner who thrives in team environments, bringing a strong sense of form, proportion, and visual storytelling to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to creative and technical challenges in game development.…Hi, I’m Yilin (Elaine) Ye, an entry-level 3D artist and game modeling enthusiast. I specialize in crafting 3D characters, assets, and animations for Unity-based projects using Maya, focusing on clean topology, performance optimization, and game-ready quality. I enjoy collaborating with designers and developers to translate concepts into polished assets that fit seamlessly into production pipelines. I earned a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Digital Media (Game Development) from York University, where I studied 3D modeling, animation, game design, and interactive media. I’m a fast learner who thrives in team environments, bringing a strong sense of form, proportion, and visual storytelling to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to creative and technical challenges in game development.

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Hi, I’m Yilin (Elaine) Ye, an entry-level 3D artist and game modeling enthusiast. I specialize in crafting 3D characters, assets, and animations for Unity-based projects using Maya, focusing on clean topology, performance optimization, and game-ready quality. I enjoy collaborating with designers and developers to translate concepts into polished assets that fit seamlessly into production pipelines.

I earned a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Digital Media (Game Development) from York University, where I studied 3D modeling, animation, game design, and interactive media. I’m a fast learner who thrives in team environments, bringing a strong sense of form, proportion, and visual storytelling to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to creative and technical challenges in game development.

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Work Experience

Administrative Assistant & Marketing Assistant at So Golf Academy

May 1, 2025 - Present

Designed promotional posters and edited marketing videos, strengthening visual communication skills and production efficiency.

Project Lead / Web Designer at Blog Simulator (Web Project)

January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024

Led a small team to design a functional website; strengthened collaboration and production workflow understanding.

3D Artist / Team Member at Interactive Unity & TouchDesigner Project

October 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024

Created and optimized 3D character models using Maya, ensuring compatibility with Unity pipelines; refined topology and in-game performance; collaborated to integrate models into an interactive environment inspired by The Classic of Mountains and Seas.

Game Asset Designer at Lemon’s Journey (Unity Puzzle Game)

October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022

Produced all 2D visual assets, animations, and level art for a Unity puzzle game; collaborated with developers to align visuals with gameplay mechanics and narrative tone; received positive player feedback for visual tension and cohesive art style.

Intern at Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)

June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022

Supported daily operations and documentation, developing attention to detail and professional communication skills.

Design Group Member at York Chinese Student Association (YCSA)

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2024

Designed promotional posters for student events, strengthening visual design and layout skills.