I’m a 3D Environment & Asset Artist trained in full real-time pipelines and I love turning technical logic into beautiful, optimized realtime visuals. I work across the 3D workflow—modeling, texturing (including PBR), and environment art—using tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, Substance Painter, and Unreal real-time pipelines. Beyond my art practice, I bring strong production discipline from high-pressure team operations and hospitality across Ireland and Italy. I’m highly adaptable and enjoy trailing ideas through optimization and problem-solving—whether it’s delivering brand-ready assets for development teams or maintaining calm, consistent quality when deadlines are tight.

Maria Alice Gherardi

I’m a 3D Environment & Asset Artist trained in full real-time pipelines and I love turning technical logic into beautiful, optimized realtime visuals. I work across the 3D workflow—modeling, texturing (including PBR), and environment art—using tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, Substance Painter, and Unreal real-time pipelines. Beyond my art practice, I bring strong production discipline from high-pressure team operations and hospitality across Ireland and Italy. I’m highly adaptable and enjoy trailing ideas through optimization and problem-solving—whether it’s delivering brand-ready assets for development teams or maintaining calm, consistent quality when deadlines are tight.

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I’m a 3D Environment & Asset Artist trained in full real-time pipelines and I love turning technical logic into beautiful, optimized realtime visuals. I work across the 3D workflow—modeling, texturing (including PBR), and environment art—using tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, Substance Painter, and Unreal real-time pipelines.

Beyond my art practice, I bring strong production discipline from high-pressure team operations and hospitality across Ireland and Italy. I’m highly adaptable and enjoy trailing ideas through optimization and problem-solving—whether it’s delivering brand-ready assets for development teams or maintaining calm, consistent quality when deadlines are tight.

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Experience Level

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Language

English
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced

Work Experience

AR/VR & 3D Artist (training) at IT S Academy ICT Piedmont (E-QF Level 5)
February 1, 2027 - June 30, 2027
Full real-time pipeline training covering asset creation, PBR texturing, environment art, and real-time engines, with emphasis on game/real-time optimization and technical workflow.
Small Business Owner - Visual Brand & Operations at LaDouce Cakes - Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed and executed full brand identity, visual communication, and digital marketing strategy. Managed end-to-end production pipeline, supply chain logistics, and client relations under tight deadlines. Scaled to full solo capacity through organic word-of-mouth and visual storytelling.
Video Editor & Digital Media Specialist at Líder Turismo · MG, Brazil; Makepeople Sports · MG, Brazil
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Produced daily video edits, promotional clips, and highlight reels for professional sports profiles. Designed motion graphics and visual materials to boost engagement across digital channels.
Client Relations & Team Operations Lead at Hospitality Sector - Ireland & Italy
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Managed fast-paced, high-volume operations requiring rapid problem-solving and calm execution under pressure. Onboarded and trained team members across multilingual environments (English, Italian, Portuguese). Maintained quality and service standards while optimizing customer satisfaction and retention.
Brand & Visual Designer at UaiCode - MG
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Led complete corporate rebranding (logo redesign, visual identity system, brand guidelines). Designed full visual identity and event collateral for tech conferences (30–60 attendees). Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams and handed off optimized UI/graphic assets to frontend developers.

Education

AR/V R & 3D Artist at IT S Academy ICT Piedmont (ITS ICT Piemonte)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027
Business English & Advanced English at City College + English Hour School
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027

Qualifications

Higher Technical Diploma
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Applied coursework: Programming, Logic, Hardware Architecture, Applied Mathematics (relevant coursework)
January 1, 2024 - September 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services