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Hi, I'm Zuleika Firpo-Striebel, a passionate 3D Modeling Artist and generalist with extensive experience in creating immersive VR content and advanced 3D visualizations. I've had the pleasure of working at companies like Sigma Defense and Northrop Grumman, where I've honed my skills in Blender, Maya, Unreal/Unity, and Houdini. I love blending technical expertise with creativity to produce realistic and engaging virtual experiences. Leading teams and managing project timelines has been a rewarding part of my journey, and I'm always eager to bring complex concepts to life for diverse audiences.…Hi, I'm Zuleika Firpo-Striebel, a passionate 3D Modeling Artist and generalist with extensive experience in creating immersive VR content and advanced 3D visualizations. I've had the pleasure of working at companies like Sigma Defense and Northrop Grumman, where I've honed my skills in Blender, Maya, Unreal/Unity, and Houdini. I love blending technical expertise with creativity to produce realistic and engaging virtual experiences. Leading teams and managing project timelines has been a rewarding part of my journey, and I'm always eager to bring complex concepts to life for diverse audiences.

Zuleika Firpo-Striebel

3D Visualizer, 3D Designer, Animator, +2

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Hi, I'm Zuleika Firpo-Striebel, a passionate 3D Modeling Artist and generalist with extensive experience in creating immersive VR content and advanced 3D visualizations. I've had the pleasure of working at companies like Sigma Defense and Northrop Grumman, where I've honed my skills in Blender, Maya, Unreal/Unity, and Houdini. I love blending technical expertise with creativity to produce realistic and engaging virtual experiences. Leading teams and managing project timelines has been a rewarding part of my journey, and I'm always eager to bring complex concepts to life for diverse audiences.…Hi, I'm Zuleika Firpo-Striebel, a passionate 3D Modeling Artist and generalist with extensive experience in creating immersive VR content and advanced 3D visualizations. I've had the pleasure of working at companies like Sigma Defense and Northrop Grumman, where I've honed my skills in Blender, Maya, Unreal/Unity, and Houdini. I love blending technical expertise with creativity to produce realistic and engaging virtual experiences. Leading teams and managing project timelines has been a rewarding part of my journey, and I'm always eager to bring complex concepts to life for diverse audiences.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Zuleika Firpo-Striebel, a passionate 3D Modeling Artist and generalist with extensive experience in creating immersive VR content and advanced 3D visualizations. I’ve had the pleasure of working at companies like Sigma Defense and Northrop Grumman, where I’ve honed my skills in Blender, Maya, Unreal/Unity, and Houdini.

I love blending technical expertise with creativity to produce realistic and engaging virtual experiences. Leading teams and managing project timelines has been a rewarding part of my journey, and I’m always eager to bring complex concepts to life for diverse audiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

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Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Advanced

Work Experience

3D visualization Engineer at Sigma

July 1, 2024 - Present

Act as Team VADER Visualization 3D engineer. Create high-fidelity 3D models in Blender optimized for VR applications in Unity, enhancing real-time performance by reducing model poly count while maintaining detail. Successfully integrate Blender into VR prototypes using Unreal with interactive features. Enhance model realism by implementing PBR materials and lighting techniques using Substance Painter, Photoshop, and Unity. Use AI tools including Chat GPT, Midjourney, and Runway for visual brainstorming and storyboarding. Export Substance Painter files into Unity, set up materials with custom parameters, and optimize VR performance through sub graph materials.

3D Visualization Engineer T3 (TS Active) at Northrop Grumman

July 1, 2024 - July 14, 2025

Create VR content using Maya, Unity, and Houdini procedural modeling. Perform 3D modeling and texturing for FBX export including humans, planes, vehicles, and buildings. Convert engineering 3D models from VAS, CATAI, and Solidworks in SAP Visual Enterprise to FBX and optimize them for pipeline use. Develop video presentation copy to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Manage project timelines and team scheduling to ensure milestones are met. Translate technical documentation clearly across multidisciplinary teams. Create Photoshop 4k textures for Unity, apply textures and lighting in Unity, and test rig importation and functionality. Create assets for a corporate 3D library and support digital transformation with 2D and 3D renderings.

3d Technical Illustrator and Animation at Northrop Grumman

September 1, 2016 - July 14, 2025

Translated 3D VAS Virtual Prototype Visualizations into 2D graphics to support maintenance employees. Created 3D graphics supporting F35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft maintenance, converting 3D models from VAS, CATIA, and Maya to 2D illustrations using Isodraw. Ensured graphics met F35 Joint Technical Data style guide requirements with layered callouts supporting maintenance procedures. Managed workload using Oracle workflow tool and uploaded graphic illustrations into the JSF database.

3D Modeling Medical Animator and Project Manager at West Medical

October 1, 2014 - July 14, 2025

Created 3D models in Maya and ZBrush for medical procedure animations such as Lap Band-Gastric Bypass. Directed a team of artists handling recruitment, performance, and productivity. Administered HR responsibilities including staff scheduling and conflict resolution to improve team morale and retention. Authored bilingual marketing content in English and Spanish enhancing audience engagement and market reach while ensuring accurate translation.

3D Modeler at Honda R&D America, LLC

November 1, 2012 - July 14, 2025

Authored technical content for vehicle service manuals including procedural instructions and troubleshooting. Provided bilingual translation services for technical documentation improving accessibility for English and Spanish speakers. Modeled vehicles and animated components for rendering and import to After Effects and Flash for animation tweaks. Exported final animations in .swf format for web use.