David Hartmann Email & Phone Number

Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland

• Lead a team of material artists in creating high-quality textures and materials, ensuring artisticconsistency and technical optimization.
• Develop and implement efficient workflows for the creation of physically-based rendering (PBR)materials, resulting in a significant improvement in visual fidelity and performance.
• Collaborate closely with environment artists, lighting artists, and technical directors to achievecohesive and immersive game environments.
• Conduct… Show more
• Conduct regular team meetings, provide constructive feedback, and mentor artists, fostering acollaborative and growth-oriented team culture.
• Manage project timelines, asset delivery schedules, and resource allocation, ensuring projects arecompleted on time and within budget.

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

• Lead creative projects for Fortune 500 companies, startups, and non-profits.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams, ensuring cohesive, high-quality output.
• Create brand narratives and visual identities, enhancing recognition and loyalty.
• Implement marketing campaigns across various media, improving reach and ROI.
• Rebrand products/services, aiding market penetration and competitive advantage.
• Produce content for websites, social media, video, and apps

United Kingdom

• Created complex,realistic materials for open-world game environments, enhancing visual storytellingand player immersion.
• Worked closely with art directors and lead environment artists to define and achieve the desiredvisual style and quality standards.
• Optimized materials for real-time rendering, ensuring high performance on multiple platformswithout compromising visual quality.
• Collaborated with Substance Designer and Painter to develop advanced material… Show more
• Collaborated with Substance Designer and Painter to develop advanced material libraries,streamlining the texture creation process across various projects.
• Trained junior material artists, guiding best practices and technical skills development.

Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland

• Produced a wide range of materials and textures for diverse game projects, contributing to the overallvisual appeal and cohesion of game worlds.
• Participated in cross-departmental meetings to ensure alignment on artistic vision and technicalrequirements.
• Conducted research and gathered references to create authentic and visually compelling materials.
• Assisted in the development and maintenance of the studio’s material library, ensuring easy accessand consistency… Show more
• Assisted in the development and maintenance of the studio’s material library, ensuring easy accessand consistency across projects.
• Provided support to the art team by creating custom shaders and material setups tailored to specificproject needs. Show less

Warsaw, Masovian District, Poland

• Spearheaded the artistic vision for multiple Switch titles such as Darkwood, Ruiner, Thronebreaker,Gwent, and many more
• Managed a team of artists, providing mentorship and fostering a collaborative creative environment
• Coordinated with producers, designers, and engineers to ensure cohesive project development
• Developed and implemented a streamlined pipeline for asset creation and optimization
• Conducted regular art reviews and provided constructive feedback to maintain… Show more
• Conducted regular art reviews and provided constructive feedback to maintain high-quality standards Show less

Warsaw, Masovian District, Poland

- Modeling Hi Poly and Lo Poly assets- Organic and Architectural Modeling- Texturing assets/Substance Designer & Painter- Physically Based Rendering- World Building/Propping- Composition & Lighting

Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

While freelance I have worked for a host of different companies ranging from Sport & Leisure, fashion, advertising, financial and technology creating animations for a wide range of applications.Responsibilities:Creating bespoke animations & 3D designs for small and large businesses. Managing accounts, suppliers, Art & Creative Direction and handling.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

• Develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in art direction, 3D modeling, andmotion design
• Create course materials, including syllabi, assignments, and assessments, aligned with currentindustry standards
• Mentor students on academic and career development, guiding them through complex designprojects
• Foster a collaborative learning environment through group projects and interactive workshops
• Organize guest lectures and workshops with industry… Show more
• Organize guest lectures and workshops with industry professionals to enhance student's learningexperience Show less

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

• Established and grew a successful motion design company from inception to a thriving business with3 employees and a large network of outsourced artists
• Directed all creative aspects of projects, from concept development to final delivery, ensuring a highstandard of quality and consistency
• Led a diverse team of designers, animators, and artists, fostering a collaborative and innovative workenvironment
• Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with clients… Show more
• Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with clients, including [notable clients], resulting inrepeat business and referrals
• Oversaw business operations, including financial management, marketing, and strategic planning

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary design team, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration
• Oversee the entire design process, from concept development to final execution, ensuring alignmentwith client objectives and brand standards
• Develop and implement design strategies that support business goals and enhance user experience
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery ofhigh-quality design solutions
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• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product development, and engineering,to drive cohesive project outcomes

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

• Lead design projects across print and digital platforms, from concept development to final execution
• Collaborate with clients to understand their design needs and develop creative solutions that alignwith brand identity and marketing objectives
• Manage a team of designers, providing mentorship and guidance to foster professional growth andensure project success
• Implement design best practices and stay updated on industry trends to maintain high standards ofquality… Show more
• Implement design best practices and stay updated on industry trends to maintain high standards ofquality and innovation
• Create compelling visual content, including logos, marketing collateral, and digital assets, thatresonate with target audiences

Kraków Area, Poland

• Designed and implemented responsive websites, mobile apps, and digital campaigns that enhancedbrand presence and user engagement
• Created wireframes, prototypes, and interactive mockups to communicate design concepts andfunctionality
• Worked closely with clients to understand project goals and deliver innovative design solutions thatmeet business objectives
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards
• Collaborated… Show more
• Collaborated with developers to ensure seamless integration of design Show less

Substance Masterclass

This is a 12 week course being taught by a lead texture artist to create PBR materials for games using Substance Designer and Painter. By.

Environment Art

This class helped me to refine my workflow and environment pipeline creation from start to finish. Going from initial idea, block in.

Game Art

ArtStation Masterclasses – Games Edition was an immersive online training event taught by top artists in the gaming industry with the.

Ba/Bsc, Audio Production, Honors

Bachelor'S Degree, Electrical And Electronics Engineering