Available for Work
3D Prop & Environment Artist · Ede, Netherlands
GIOVANNILAUFFER
Props · Characters · Vehicles · Environments
Maya · ZBrush · Substance · UE5 · 3DS Max · VRay
5+
Years Exp
2
Studios
12+
Assets Shipped
4
Languages
01 / 04
GIOVANNI LAUFFER
3D Prop & Environment Artist · Ede, Netherlands
About
CRAFTING WORLDS,
ONE POLYGON AT A TIME
A passionate 3D artist with a Bachelor's in Creative Media and Game Technologies from Saxion University of Applied Sciences. My aspiration is to create assets and worlds that give players a visceral, immersive experience.
Working on TimeSplitters: Rewind with Cinder Interactive since 2020 — contributing props, vehicles, and character assets to the largest free-content video game ever made. Mentored directly by industry veterans Cameron Williams (ex-Rockstar, Infinity Ward) and Samuel Freeman (Splash Damage).
I thrive on collaboration, embrace critique, and am driven by a "what's next" mindset.
English — Native
Papiamentu — Native
Spanish — Professional
Dutch — Professional
Skills & Software
3D Modeling
Autodesk MayaZBrush3DS Max
Texturing
Substance PainterSubstance DesignerPhotoshop
Real-time & Rendering
Unreal Engine 5UnityMarmoset ToolbagVRay
Pipeline & Workflow
Trello / AsanaScrum / Agile
Open To
Remote
On-site
Relocation
Freelance
Contract
Full-time
What I Do
Hard Surface Modeling
Vehicles, weapons, props, and machinery. Game-ready meshes with clean topology built for performance.
UV Mapping & Normal Baking
Efficient UV layouts that maximize texel density. High-poly to low-poly bakes that hold up under scrutiny.
PBR Texturing
Physically based materials in Substance Painter and Designer. Metal, wear, grime, and surface storytelling.
Environment Art
Modular sets, props, and dressing that build believable game worlds. Architecture and organic structures.
Work Experience
3D Artist — Cinder Interactive ↗
Jan 2020 – Present · USA, Remotely from NL
- Developed high-quality 3D assets for TimeSplitters remake, preserving original game aesthetics.
- Ensured stylistic consistency through pipeline documentation and workflow monitoring.
- Executed 3D modeling, UVing, and QA to enhance game quality.
- Reimagined and redesigned all original assets.
- Collaborated for efficient production pipelines.
- Utilized Trello and HackNPlan for Scrum management.
3D Artist — Lukkien ↗
Aug 2022 – Dec 2024 · Ede, Netherlands
- Crafted high-quality 3D models in Autodesk 3DS Max.
- Generated photorealistic 1:1 VRay renders for Rituals' website.
- Developed custom shaders for enhanced visuals.
- Employed Asana for task management.
- Utilized Scrum methodology for project efficiency.
- Collaborated effectively with team members.
Education
Saxion University of Applied Sciences ↗
Enschede, Netherlands · 2016 – 2020
Bachelor Degree — Creative Media and Game Technologies
Beyond Extent ↗
Remote · Online Community
Witch's Den Challenge — Team environment art challenge
International School of Curaçao ↗
Willemstad, Curaçao · 2007 – 2013
International Baccalaureate Diploma — Specializing in High Level Art
Awards
Industry Recommendations
"Giovanni has a striking mindset of 'what's next' and was always extremely enthusiastic in providing high quality assets. We put him on the highest quality hero assets, trusting him with some of the most commonly viewed props throughout the game. I highly recommend Giovanni — he'd do great in any studio."
Cameron Williams ↗
Senior Game Designer, Absurd Ventures
Formerly Infinity Ward · Rockstar Games
Formerly Infinity Ward · Rockstar Games
"Giovanni is an incredible person as well as a passionate developer. He is an adaptable artist who works well with others and strives to be better every single day. You will not only get a strong and passionate artist but you will also get a good person."
Willem Kranendonk ↗
Founder, Odyssey Cocktail Interactive
Formerly Level Designer at Zynga · Amazon Games · EA Velan · WAYFORWARD · TIC TOC GAMES
Formerly Level Designer at Zynga · Amazon Games · EA Velan · WAYFORWARD · TIC TOC GAMES
"Giovanni demonstrated a strong work ethic and a remarkable ability to handle critique effectively. His dedication, receptive attitude, and effective collaboration make him a valuable asset to any creative endeavor."
Samuel Freeman ↗
Character Artist, Splash Damage
Formerly Bulkhead · Cinder Interactive
Formerly Bulkhead · Cinder Interactive
"Giovanni is a great co-worker with a strong drive to learn. He likes to perform and get things done."
Rutgher Jousma ↗
CGI Developer, Lukkien
Formerly VHU Europe · Color Bleed
Formerly VHU Europe · Color Bleed