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Tiaan Botes

Tiaan Botes

3D Generalist
Cape Town,WC

Summary

Experienced and dedicated 3D Generalist skilled in both realistic and stylized art styles. Holds a Diploma in Animation and proficient in Houdini's special effects, animation, hard surface modeling and texturing, rigging, and lighting. Currently focused on the gaming and film industries, but eager to expand into other digital development and entertainment sectors.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

More Than A Sword - Student Short Film

Team 4 The Animation School
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Successfully coordinated and handled the rigging and animation departments for a student short film
  • I spearheaded the implementation of Unreal Engine in our educational pipeline, providing necessary tutorials and instruction on how to utilize the application
  • Utilized excellent communication, organizational, technical, and problem-solving skills, ensured timely and effective completion of all departments, including those outside of Rigging and Animation
  • Successfully supplied resources and solutions to meet project needs
  • Coordinated a team of 10 personnel, ensuring a cohesive, collaborative, and professional environment, Ensuring that tasks were executed accurately and efficiently
  • Effectively Collaborated with our lecturers, production designer, production manager, and sound artist to ensure all sequences aligned with the film's narrative, vision, and quality requirements
  • I ensured that team members and other groups in our year have the necessary skills and resources to accomplish their project

Intern

Seamonsterstudios
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Intern

Zenrobot
Cape Town, Western Cape
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various AI programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Lead Animator

NDA
Cape Town, Western Cape
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • Collaborated with designers to create visually Animations, Still Demonstratives, and Market related content.
  • Established strong communication channels between animators, programmers, artists facilitating effective collaboration throughout project development cycles.
  • Assisted in creating pre-visualization materials for pitching new projects, securing funding and client approval.
  • Presented progress updates management highlighting achievements challenges providing insightful recommendations overcoming potential roadblocks.
  • Delivered high-quality assets while adhering to strict deadlines, contributing to successful project cases.
  • Incorporated feedback from leads and directors, refining animations to meet project vision and goals.

Education

Diploma - Digital Animation

The Animation School
01.2022 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Stirling High School
East London, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Problem Solving

Websites

References

Jarrod Hasenjager  - 3rd year lecturer @The Animation School

Email: jarrod@theanimationschool.co.za


Luke Viljoen - 3rd year lecturer @The Animation School

Email: luke@theanimationschool.co.za

            

Software

Maya

Houdini

Blender

Unreal Engine

JengaFX

Photoshop

Timeline

Lead Animator

NDA
04.2025 - 08.2025

Intern

Zenrobot
02.2025 - 04.2025

Intern

Seamonsterstudios
06.2024 - 06.2024

More Than A Sword - Student Short Film

Team 4 The Animation School
01.2024 - 11.2024

Diploma - Digital Animation

The Animation School
01.2022 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Stirling High School
04.2001 -

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