Hi, I’m Caitlin Fawcett, a Games Art graduate with a first-class degree, specializing in 3D art and character/creature design. I’m passionate about bringing characters to life and building immersive worlds. I’m a resourceful, collaborative artist who meets briefs and deadlines with a calm, can-do attitude, and I enjoy clear communication within team settings while also thriving when working independently to deliver high-quality assets. Currently, I contribute as a Lecturer in Games Development at Cheshire College South & West, while continuing to pursue industry-aligned 3D artistry and game asset work. I bring experience mentoring students, creating portfolio-ready work, and collaborating with concept artists and designers to realize cohesive game worlds.

Caitlin Fawcett

Hi, I’m Caitlin Fawcett, a Games Art graduate with a first-class degree, specializing in 3D art and character/creature design. I’m passionate about bringing characters to life and building immersive worlds. I’m a resourceful, collaborative artist who meets briefs and deadlines with a calm, can-do attitude, and I enjoy clear communication within team settings while also thriving when working independently to deliver high-quality assets. Currently, I contribute as a Lecturer in Games Development at Cheshire College South & West, while continuing to pursue industry-aligned 3D artistry and game asset work. I bring experience mentoring students, creating portfolio-ready work, and collaborating with concept artists and designers to realize cohesive game worlds.

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Hi, I’m Caitlin Fawcett, a Games Art graduate with a first-class degree, specializing in 3D art and character/creature design. I’m passionate about bringing characters to life and building immersive worlds. I’m a resourceful, collaborative artist who meets briefs and deadlines with a calm, can-do attitude, and I enjoy clear communication within team settings while also thriving when working independently to deliver high-quality assets.

Currently, I contribute as a Lecturer in Games Development at Cheshire College South & West, while continuing to pursue industry-aligned 3D artistry and game asset work. I bring experience mentoring students, creating portfolio-ready work, and collaborating with concept artists and designers to realize cohesive game worlds.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Student Demonstrator at Staffordshire University
December 31, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Helped lecturers answer art and technical questions at Foundation level; showcased different techniques to Foundation level.
Senior Collaborative Module - Lead Artist at Staffordshire University
December 31, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Lead artist coordinating tasks on Jira and communicating between departments; created the main enemy using the real-time pipeline per concept design; produced multiple props in 3ds Max and Substance Painter; contributed ideas to concept artists and game designers.
Team Member / 3D Artist - Mental Block (1UP Scheme) at Staffordshire University 1UP Scheme
December 31, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Worked in a team of 30 to create a game; modeled props to fit the art style; led the texturing direction to ensure assets worked with the game's theme.
Junior Collaborative Module - 3D Artist at Staffordshire University
December 31, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Created an enemy character using the real-time pipeline; communicated with the lead artist for feedback and further tasks; produced multiple prop pieces in 3ds Max and Substance Painter later placed by designers.
Environment Artist - Staffordshire Games Jam at Staffordshire University Games Jam
December 31, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Worked within a team to create a short game; created environment pieces including sci-fi walls and floors; managed communication to meet deadlines.
Student Demonstrator at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Assisted lecturers at Foundation level with art and technical questions; demonstrated various techniques to Foundation level.
Senior Collaborative Module - Lead Artist at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Led tasks on Jira and coordinated between departments; created the main enemy using the real-time pipeline following the concept artist’s design; produced multiple props in 3ds Max and Substance Painter to fit the game’s theme; contributed ideas and feedback to concepts and designers.
1UP Scheme - Mental Block at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Worked with a team of 30 to create a game; modelled props to fit the art style and led the texturing style to ensure assets worked with the theme.
Junior Collaborative Module at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Created an enemy character using the real-time pipeline and followed the provided art style; communicated with the lead artist for feedback and tasks; created multiple prop pieces in 3ds Max and Substance Painter that were later placed by designers.
Staffordshire Games Jam at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Collaborated in a team to create a short game; built environment pieces including sci-fi walls and floors; managed communication to meet deadlines.
Student Demonstrator at Staffordshire University
December 31, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Helped lecturers assist Foundation level students with art and technical questions; showcased different techniques to Foundation level.
Lead Artist - Senior Collaborative Module at Staffordshire University
December 31, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Led the art pipeline for the module: set tasks on Jira, facilitated communication between departments; created the main enemy using the real-time pipeline based on the concept artist’s design; produced multiple props in 3ds Max and Substance Painter to fit the game’s theme; contributed ideas and feedback to concept artists and game designers.
Team Member - Mental Block (1UP Scheme) at Staffordshire University
December 31, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Collaborated in a team of 30 to create a game; modeled props to fit the art style; led the texturing style to ensure all assets aligned with the theme.
Junior Collaborative Module Artist at Staffordshire University
December 31, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Created an enemy character using the real-time pipeline following the provided art style; communicated with the lead artist for feedback and tasks; produced multiple prop pieces in 3ds Max and Substance Painter later utilized by designers.
Staffordshire Games Jam Participant at Staffordshire University Games Jam
December 31, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Worked within a team to create a short game; developed environment pieces including sci-fi walls and floors; managed communication to meet deadlines.

Education

BA (Hons) at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Level 3 BTEC Games Development at Cheshire College South and West
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
BA (Hons): Games Art at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Level 3 BTEC Games Development at Cheshire College South & West
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
BA (Hons): Games Art at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Level 3 BTEC Games Development at Cheshire College South & West
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

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