KAAN ZORLU
Creative 3D Artist | Stylized Characters | Animation, Games, & Interactive Media
CONTACT
- +1 310 729 7725
- [email protected]
- Linkedin @zolurkn13
- Artstation @zolurkn13
- California, USA
EDUCATION
Department of Architecture
Beykent University
Istanbul - Turkey
2020-2024
SKILLS
- Stylized Character Design
- Facial Expression Design
- Topology Optimization
- Asset Creation for Games
- Environment Modeling
- Prop Modeling
- XGen Grooming
SOFTWARE
- Autodesk Maya
- Pixologic Zbrush
- Adobe Substance Painter
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Clo Designer
PROFILE
Stylized 3D Artist specializing in character sculpting, modeling, texturing, grooming, and rigging. Skilled in both high-poly and game-ready workflows, with a passion for expressive design and technical precision. Collaborative, fast-learning, and driven to push creative boundaries in dynamic team environments.
EXPERIENCE
Lead 3D Artist
Bulls and Apes LLC
- Directed a remote team of 7 in producing stylized 3D assets for a large-scale NFT collection.
- Built and maintained efficient high poly pipelines.
- Authored asset guidelines and led visual QA to ensure consistency and quality across the team.
Instructor, 3D Modeling & Texturing
Emile Cohl Atelier
- Taught Maya-based modeling and texturing fundamentals to 15 students in a remote format.
- Designed hands-on lessons, provided feedback, and supported individual artistic growth.
3D Character Artist
Zag Entertainment
- Contributed to character modeling for animated TV production under tight production deadlines.
- Followed studio topology and style standards while collaborating with rigging and surfacing teams.
Instructor, 3D Modeling & Texturing
Emile Cohl Atelier
- Delivered beginner-to-intermediate training in 3D modeling and PBR workflows using Maya.
Senior 3D Artist
9D Medya
- Created 3D assets and characters for several TV animations, most notably Momo the Smart Rabbit, a widely loved children’s series with an upcoming feature film (2025)