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Matthew Kresge

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I am an art director and multi-disciplinary artist with over twenty years of experience in the US and Canadian video game industries.

About

I am an art director and multi-disciplinary artist with over twenty years of experience in the US and Canadian video game industries. I have been part of both AAA and casual teams, blending artistic vision with technical know-how to deliver cohesive game assets.

I excel at leading art production and outsourcing efforts, coordinating internal and external artists, and shaping character, environment, and prop aesthetics from concept to release.

  • 26 years' experience
  • Joined March 2026

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet

Work experience· 11 roles

Art and Production Supervisor · Strada XRMar 2025 – Jun 2025 · 4 mos

Oversaw art production and outsourcing operations, coordinating external and internal teams to ensure asset quality and schedule.

Art Director · Game PillMay 2020 – Mar 2025 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Led art direction for Smash Ball and Hangry, managed creative vision and collaboration with external studios; oversaw asset pipelines.

Senior Artist and Art Production/Outsourcing Manager - Freelance · Egserk ProductionsAug 2019 – May 2020 · 10 mos

Senior artist and production/out outsourcing manager; managed asset production with clients including 5518 Studios, Cyan Worlds, VRGEN, and Ubisoft Toronto.

Outsource Art Lead and Art Production Manager · Ubisoft TorontoAug 2016 – Aug 2019 · 3 yrs 1 mo
Lead Character Artist · Warner Bros. Games MontrealDec 2010 – Jul 2016 · 5 yrs 8 mos
Lead Character Artist · Warner Bros. EntertainmentAug 2009 – Dec 2010 · 1 yr 5 mos
Lead Character and Vehicle Modeler · Surreal SoftwareAug 2007 – Aug 2009 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Lead Character Modeler · Pandemic StudiosMay 2005 – Jul 2007 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Painting and Printmaking · Virginia Commonwealth University1994 – 1997

Certifications and awards

Eagle Scout2030 – 2026

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