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Michael Fernandez reposted thisMichael Fernandez reposted thisI don't have a lot of words right now, but I was affected by the latest Bungie RIF. Thank you to the team for being the best I've ever collaborated with.
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Michael Fernandez reposted thisMichael Fernandez reposted thisI feel for everyone who got affected at Crystal Dynamics by the layoffs that happened today. My dear wife Mary Dee Mateo was also affected by this wave. If your team is looking for an experienced, artistically and technically strong lighting candidate with a foundation in photography and real-world lighting, please take a peek at her portfolio here https://marydeemateo.com/
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Michael Fernandez reposted thisMichael Fernandez reposted this"EA Lays Off Staff Across All Battlefield Studios Following Record-Breaking Battlefield 6 Launch...Battlefield 6 was the best-selling game in the U.S. in 2025 and was the best launch ever for a game in the franchise." 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gPSD_fXg If you've been affected by today's news, or are still searching for your next adventure (because at this point, who hasn't been laid off in this industry 👽) then check CD PROJEKT RED's global careers page here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g_xGGjur 🎮 Love and light to our friends at Electronic Arts (EA) 🫶✨ #CDPR #CDPROJEKTRED #REDs #GameDevJobs #Hiring #GameDevCareers #EA #Battlefield
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Michael Fernandez reposted thisMichael Fernandez reposted thisWe have several open positions within our studio! - Studio Art Director - Game Director - Lead QA tester - Gameplay Programmer senior You can find all our open positions on our website: https://lnkd.in/enMMmyMG Feel free to apply!
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Michael Fernandez reposted thisMichael Fernandez reposted thisDue to the unexpected closure of Sanzaru Games, I find myself open to new opportunities in animation. If you are looking for an experienced animator, please feel free to browse through my profile and portfolio.
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Michael Fernandez reposted thisAmazingly talented, top-tier human. 10 out of 10, recommend.Michael Fernandez reposted thisHi everyone! I’m currently out of work and looking for that next great group of game devs. If you hear of any opportunities, please let me know! Also, if you wanna just chat and catch up, I'm open to that too. #OpenToWork About me & what I’m looking for: I am an animator with a great deal of experience in gameplay and cinematic animations. I have also spent the past several years working as a technical animator in charge of tools, pipelines, and rigging. 💼 I’m looking for Animator or Technical Animation positions 🌎 I’m open to roles in Redmond/Bellevue or pretty much anywhere for remote work. Cheers!
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Michael Fernandez reposted thisMichael Fernandez reposted this🔴 Junior character artists: the competition in 2026 will be brutal. But if you focus on the right things, you will stand out. Here are 4 skills I’d push if I were starting now 👇 1️⃣ Learn the real-time pipeline, not just tools Understand real-time pipelines, not just software Knowing the full asset journey naming, optimization, LODs, modular workflows makes a huge difference. I’ve seen many juniors level up quickly just by understanding these fundamentals. 2️⃣ Pick a clear focus 2D or 3D. Then: Characters, Props or Environment. For characters: make 2 full characters in different styles/types – e.g. 1 realistic + 1 stylized / “Fortnite-ish”, or 1 humanoid + 1 creature. That shows range and makes you relevant for more projects. 3️⃣ Do full characters, not just jackets A bust or a single jacket will lose against someone who has 2 complete characters. Face/mask + full body. Hair is a bonus. Imagine you’re hiring: one portfolio = jacket + boots, another = 2 full characters. Who do you click first? 4️⃣ Show your thinking, not just pretty renders Add breakdowns: wireframes, UVs, low/high poly, engine shots. That tells a lead you understand production, not just presentation. I’m sharing more about optimization and game-ready workflows in my content because I wish I had this advice earlier. 💬 Which of these 4 do you feel you’re most behind on right now? 👉 Also, feel free to join my Discord and YouTube channels. It is designed to be a vibrant hub where artists can share their creations, receive constructive feedback, and connect with others who share their passion for art! 🔥 Discord - https://lnkd.in/d-CA8E5s 🔥 🔥 Youtube - https://lnkd.in/dsv6nA8Z 🔥 #GameDev #3DArt #JuniorArtist #UnrealEngine #CareerInGameDev #DigitalArt #CGI #PortfolioTips #jevgenilaur
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Hopefully you can make it.
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Michael Fernandez reacted on thisMichael Fernandez reacted on thisLocal Pride, local love. ❤️ Last weekend, members of the Pipeworks team tabled at a local Pride event, hooking folks up with video game trivia, cool merch, and art!
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Michael Fernandez liked thisThe times are tough on us game devs these days. To say my heart hurts for those waking up to unemployment, after putting in years and some even decades towards their projects, with their teams, with their friends… I feel for everyone impacted today, yesterday, last month and last year. I just hope we find a better way, or finally come together and make the better way.
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Michael Fernandez reacted on thisMichael Fernandez reacted on thisExcited to share that I've been promoted to Senior VR Engineer at Osso VR! I'm grateful for the opportunity to work alongside an incredibly talented team building technology that helps improve healthcare training. Over the past few years I've had the chance to tackle everything from multiplayer systems and simulation development to CI/CD, tooling, and performance improvements, solving challenging problems every step of the way. Thank you to my teammates, mentors, and everyone who's supported me along the journey. I'm excited for what's next and looking forward to continuing to build great things together.
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Michael Fernandez liked thisMichael Fernandez liked thisAlvaro Moreira showcased hand-tracking tests in Houdini, using the MPM solver for a jelly-like effect. See more: https://lnkd.in/dkYmrDdi
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Michael Fernandez reacted on thisMichael Fernandez reacted on thisI'm excited to share that I've been promoted to Senior Rigging and Animation Generalist at OssoVR! I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to grow in the animation and virtual reality spaces over the past several years. I've been lucky to work alongside incredibly talented teammates who have generously shared their knowledge, offered encouragement, and inspired me to keep learning and improving every day. This promotion reflects their support just as much as my own efforts. I'm looking forward to what comes next and continuing to create impactful experiences that advance medical education through virtual reality.
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Michael Fernandez reacted on thisMichael Fernandez reacted on thisI don't have a lot of words right now, but I was affected by the latest Bungie RIF. Thank you to the team for being the best I've ever collaborated with.
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Education
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The Art Institute of California-Sunnyvale
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Activities and Societies: Game Design Club, 24hr Game Jam
Projects
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The Walking Dead: Last Mile
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Hotel Crowley
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Hotel Crowley was a game design that was handed to us by the teacher. Our jobs were to each create a full playable level that was coherent through all 3 levels. My task was the last level of the game which was the 3rd floor in the game. I designed and built the level using Photoshop, Maya, Quixel Suite, and Unity. I borrowed several assets, but created most.
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Venture
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Venture is a small demo game made during the Senior Project classes over a 9 month period with 3 other students. I was the Environment Artist, Prop Artist, Assistant Level Designer, Character Artist,Texture Artist, and Effects Artist.
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English
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Spanish
Limited working proficiency
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