I'm an instinctive, enthusiastic, and adaptable problem-solver who artistically delivers production-ready work without compromising creative intent or technical constraints. I bring resourcefulness to work across any tools and environment, continually identifying opportunities to refine processes, advance workflows, and improve pipelines. Over the years I've led technical art and animation pipelines across multiple studios, designed toolchains in Python and MEL, and contributed to visual effects, gameplay, and 3D visualization. I'm passionate about collaborating with directors, producers, and engineers to deliver high-quality results on time.

Adam McHenry

I'm an instinctive, enthusiastic, and adaptable problem-solver who artistically delivers production-ready work without compromising creative intent or technical constraints. I bring resourcefulness to work across any tools and environment, continually identifying opportunities to refine processes, advance workflows, and improve pipelines. Over the years I've led technical art and animation pipelines across multiple studios, designed toolchains in Python and MEL, and contributed to visual effects, gameplay, and 3D visualization. I'm passionate about collaborating with directors, producers, and engineers to deliver high-quality results on time.

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I’m an instinctive, enthusiastic, and adaptable problem-solver who artistically delivers production-ready work without compromising creative intent or technical constraints. I bring resourcefulness to work across any tools and environment, continually identifying opportunities to refine processes, advance workflows, and improve pipelines.

Over the years I’ve led technical art and animation pipelines across multiple studios, designed toolchains in Python and MEL, and contributed to visual effects, gameplay, and 3D visualization. I’m passionate about collaborating with directors, producers, and engineers to deliver high-quality results on time.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Pre-Viz & Drafting at Drift Exteriors, QLD
January 1, 2025 - Present
Working across the full pipeline from consultation and concept design through to 3D visualization and technical delivery. I develop pool and landscape designs drawn from architectural plans, site measurements, and photography, translating creative vision into immersive renders and CAD construction drawings prepared to engineering and council submission standards.
Technical Art Dept Lead at Play Side Studios, QLD
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Led a specialized team, designing pipelines and tool development while maintaining art & character pipeline standards. I liaised across project and department teams, aligned vision with Producers and Directors on client requests, and developed Python-based pipeline systems while staying current with evolving technologies.
Animation & Pipeline Freelance at AD 8s Media, Melbourne
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Supported multiple studios with animation, tool development, and design consultations, specializing in character animation cycles and engine integration workflows.
Technical Artist & VFX at Big Ant Studios, Melbourne
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Worked as a technical artist and animator handling character/UI animation, motion capture, and pipeline workflows. As Lead VFX artist, I created visual effects, contributed to prototyping, and developed pipelines in Python, MEL, and C# for Unity and our in-house engine.
Technical Artist & VFX at GREE Games, Melbourne
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
I worked as a multi-disciplinary artist handling character animation & rigs, modeling, texturing, environments, and UI animation while developing pipelines in C# and MEL.
Structural Drafting at True Line Engineering, Melbourne
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009
Advancing from trainee to Coordination Manager over a five-year tenure, this role focused on high-precision Auto CAD drafting and end-to-end project coordination for residential and commercial steel structures, including complex extensions, renovations, and heritage buildings. Responsibilities evolved from mastering structural drawing standards to leading project teams, managing work loads, and coordinating drawing plans seamlessly for factory fabrication and site erection.

Education

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Qualifications

Advanced Diploma in Screen & Media, 3D Animation and VFX
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Advanced Diploma CAD Modelling & Design
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Engineering (Fabrication)
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Advanced Diploma in Screen & Media, 3D Animation & VFX
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Advanced Diploma CAD Modelling & Design
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Engineering (Fabrication)
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026

Industry Experience

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

Experience Level

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Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate