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Lead Unreal Engine Systems

Self Employed • Freelance

May 2019 - Present • 7 yrs 1 mo

I specialize in rescuing and optimizing Unreal Engine 5 projects that have stalled due to technical debt or amateur implementation. My focus is on architecting robust, scalable gameplay systems using a hybrid of C++ and optimized Blueprints. I implement high-performance solutions for complex mechanics, AI systems, and multiplayer frameworks. By leveraging UE5’s core technologies—including Nanite for geometric detail and Lumen for dynamic global illumination—I ensure projects are not only functional but also visually groundbreaking and game-ready. I provide clean, modular, and fully documented codebases that allow for seamless team integration and future scalability.

Technical Artist & Environment Specialist (UE5)

Contractor Independence Marketing • Freelance

Apr 2025 - Oct 2025 • 6 mos

In this role, I bridge the gap between art and code, specializing in high-end environment creation and visual effects within Unreal Engine 5. I utilize Niagara for advanced particle systems and VFX, and World Partition for massive, seamless open-world design. My expertise includes creating custom shaders, optimizing Nanite assets for real-time performance, and mastering Lumen lighting setups to achieve cinematic realism. I also design and implement intuitive UMG/UE Widgets and HUD systems that enhance player immersion. I am the primary contact for studios requiring a reliable extension to their team for high-fidelity world-building and technical art direction.