Nicholas Hiller

As a proactive, diligent problem solver, Nicholas takes pride in the work he undertakes and remains focused and committed to the tasks assigned through to quality, timely completion. He is effective working with groups or solo with minimal supervision. He has been fortunate to have been able to dedicate free time during school to his passion, game development and 3D animation.

Multiple design and game concepts have been conceived and prototyped. Nicholas looks forward to broadening his work and life experiences and wants to find an opportunity where he can apply his clever, creative ideas to help companies achieve their objectives.

Freelance 3D Animator at Freelance (2021-02 – Present)

• Discussed expectations with clients about the final product
• 3D modeling and texturing assets
• Rigging characters and animating scenes/game animations
• Exported animations for game engine
• Lit and rendered scenes for final cut of the video
• Iterating on the project until the quality product is delivered

Dedicated Security Officer at Hex Security (2020-05 – 2021-02)

• Worked overnight hours, moving around constantly.
• Patrolled sites and documented any issues.
• Took service calls and assisted residents with noise-complaints, disturbances, and trespasses.

3D Animator at Red Dragon Games (2018-11 – 2020-06)

• Designed, created and rigged over 50 animations for an online multiplayer game
• Effectively supported development team in a remote work environment

General Construction Assistant at MDN Construction (2019-06 – 2019-08)

• Maintained high performance and endurance over 8+ hour work days
• Supported activities including demolition, debris removal, stone work and other tasks as assigned by the foreman
• Quickly and positively adapted to shifting priorities on the job site.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interactive Design & Video Game Development – Savannah College of Art and Design (2018-08 – 2020-05)

High school diploma – Chattahoochee High School (2014-08 – 2018-05)