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Co-owner and lead 3D sculptor at a specialised 3D printing agency, creating detailed mechanical parts and complex models optimised for printing while contributing to digital infrastructure.

• Sculpt and construct intricate mechanical components and complex 3D models.
• Optimise 3D assets for precision printing and production workflows.
• Translate client technical requirements into functional designs.
• Develop and maintain a WordPress e-commerce platform for Summit3D.
• Coordinate design projects and oversee quality standards.

Co-owner and developer delivering software solutions, websites and immersive 3D graphics, with a focus on user interfaces for product visualisation and architectural projects in Unreal Engine.

• Design and implement interactive Unreal Engine interfaces for product and architectural visualisation.
• Develop websites and digital solutions for freelance clients through Befound Studio.
• Create 3D graphics and motion assets for branding and marketing campaigns.
• Collaborate with clients on tailored digital experiences across platforms.
• Manage studio operations and contribute to strategic growth as co-owner.

Co-founded a bespoke jewellery business, combining executive strategy with daily marketing and supply-chain operations, reseller partnerships, custom product management and digital marketing.

• Co-steer business growth, financial planning and long-term brand strategy.
• Manage operations from raw-material sourcing through to final product delivery.
• Establish partnership frameworks with resellers to expand market reach.
• Design and execute marketing campaigns for brand visibility and sales.
• Oversee digital storefronts and social media channels.
• Analyse market trends to position custom jewellery lines.
• Connect clients and production through custom jewellery pipelines.
• Maintain quality-control standards for custom pieces and resold inventory.
• Deliver client service that supports retention and referrals.

Full-time lecturer facilitating UI/UX, web and graphic design, online networking and 3D development modules, while teaching, assessing and supporting future developers.

• Deliver lectures and practical sessions in UI/UX, web programming and graphic design.
• Assess and mentor students against industry standards.
• Coordinate teaching methodologies with fellow facilitators.
• Develop course material and maintain curriculum relevance.
• Modules taught: Online Networking, Information Systems, Python and C# Logical Thinking, Photoshop, Illustrator, HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

Specialised in 3D content and immersive product experiences during the COVID-19 era, developing AR/VR product configurators and interactive marketing campaigns.

• Design and implement interactive 3D product configurators for AR/VR platforms.
• Create 3D models and rendered content for video and image campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on immersive brand experiences.
• Develop workflows using Unreal Engine, Unity Editor, Blender, Three.js and Vectary.
• Adapt production workflows to changing client needs in virtual spaces.

Focused on web development and digital branding, building e-commerce platforms and social media campaigns to support brand awareness and sales.

• Develop and maintain e-commerce websites using WordPress and Visual Studio.
• Design branded social campaigns and product imagery with Photoshop.
• Configure office hardware and support IT infrastructure.
• Implement HTML, CSS and JavaScript solutions for troubleshooting and customisation.
• Collaborate with clients to align digital strategies with business goals.