Christie Smi

3D Artist & Real-Time Generalist

Talent

BirminghamMember since September 28, 2026

3D ModellingHard Surface ModellingEnvironment ArtGame Asset CreationAsset OptimisationLOD CreationRetopologyTopology CorrectionUV MappingDigital Sculpting (ZBrush)Procedural Modelling ToolsAsset Pipeline DevelopmentCharacter AnimationCharacter RiggingSkeletal SetupMotion AnimationStory-Driven PosingKeyframe AnimationCharacter SetupMaterial CreationSubstance PainterTexture CreationLighting & Look DevelopmentRenderingPhotorealistic VisualisationCommercial CGI ProductionUnreal EngineBlueprint Visual ScriptingReal-Time RenderingLevel Design Support

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3D ModellingHard Surface ModellingEnvironment ArtGame Asset CreationAsset Optimisation

About

Creative and technically skilled CGI Artist and 3D Generalist with experience delivering high-quality 3D models, game assets, photorealistic renders, animations, and marketing content for global brands including LEGO and Wilder World. Experienced across the full 3D production pipeline, including 3D modelling, texturing, UV mapping, rigging, animation, environment art, lighting, rendering, asset optimisation, retopology, and real-time content creation. Proficient in Autodesk Maya, Blender, Unreal Engine, Substance Painter, ZBrush, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator, with expertise in game development workflows, technical art, virtual production, 3D scanning, digital sculpting, Blueprint Visual Scripting, and production-ready asset creation.

Experienced collaborating with artists, designers, developers, and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and to technical and creative standards. Strong skills in problem solving, communication, teamwork, asset management, and project delivery.

Experience

Volunteer 3D Generalist at Pixel Smiths' (2025-10 – Present)

Collaborate with game designers and development teams to refine level layouts, improve gameplay flow, and enhance player experience.
Create, model, texture, and integrate immersive 3D environments, game-ready assets, and visual content using Unreal Engine, Maya, Blender, and Substance Painter.
Produce high-quality 3D models, animations, and environmental assets for interactive projects and independent portfolio-based work.
Support visual storytelling through environment design, world-building, asset placement, and scene composition.
Optimise 3D assets and animations to ensure performance, scalability, and seamless implementation within game engines.
Work across the full asset development pipeline, including modelling, texturing, animation, rendering, and in-engine integration.
Undertake occasional voluntary project work to further develop technical skills and expand portfolio content.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engaging and visually compelling gaming experiences within project deadlines.

CGI Artist at LEGO (via Marks SGS) (2023-02 – 2025-09)

Created high-quality 3D models, CGI assets, and photorealistic renders for global LEGO retail packaging, marketing, and advertising campaigns.
Developed and refined character rigs, posing systems, and animations to bring LEGO characters and branded assets to life.
Produced commercially ready visual content while ensuring compliance with LEGO brand standards, creative guidelines, and quality requirements.
Utilised 3D scanning technology and digital asset workflows to accelerate production processes and maintain asset accuracy.
Collaborated with art directors, designers, marketers, and production teams to deliver projects on schedule within fast-paced production environments.
Contributed to end-to-end CGI production pipelines, including modelling, texturing, rigging, rendering, and final asset delivery.
Optimised 3D assets for efficient workflow integration while maintaining exceptional visual quality and technical performance.

3D Generalist at Wilder World (2022-06 – 2023-11)

Designed, modelled, and developed high-fidelity 3D assets, environment modules, and props for immersive virtual and gaming experiences.
Created custom 3D models and optimised assets for integration into real-time game environments and digital platforms.
Built and implemented advanced window parallax systems, enhancing environmental depth, realism, and user immersion.
Performed topology correction, retopology, and mesh optimisation to improve asset performance, scalability, and visual quality.
Produced character animations and motion sequences for architectural projections, virtual experiences, and interactive digital content.
Collaborated closely with game developers, technical artists, designers, and production teams to deliver visually consistent assets aligned with project objectives.
Supported the full 3D production pipeline, including modelling, texturing, animation, optimisation, and implementation.
Maintained technical and artistic standards while working within project deadlines in a fast-paced development environment.