Asim Iqbal
Asim Iqbal
Digital Artist
Vancouver, Canada

Summary

I am a game development professional with over 15 years of experience in leadership roles, including Project Manager, Lead Technical Designer, Art Director, Art Outsourcing Manager, Lead Artist, Game Producer, and Senior 3D Artist. My journey began as an artist, which has given me a deep understanding of art creation processes, enabling me to excel in various roles while also ensuring that artistic vision and technical execution align seamlessly.

My comprehensive expertise spans all facets of game development, from 3D modeling to programming logic and game engine mechanics. This artistic foundation enhances my effectiveness in project management, game production, and team leadership. I am adept at troubleshooting creative and technical challenges, optimizing workflows, and ensuring that teams collaborate efficiently toward shared objectives.

In my role as Art Outsourcing Manager, I gained valuable insights into the financial side of game development, effectively communicating with publishers and managing budgets to ensure projects are delivered on time and within financial constraints. This experience has further equipped me to balance creative aspirations with practical considerations, ensuring that all aspects of production align with the project’s financial goals.

I prioritize fostering a collaborative environment, guiding teams in both artistic and technical domains while maintaining a focus on quality and innovative gameplay ideas. With a strong emphasis on meeting deadlines and delivering exceptional results, I strive to create engaging and polished game experiences.

Skills

Project ManagementTeam ManagementGame DevelopmentGame DesignLevel DesignArt Direction3D ModelingTexturingLighting3D AnimationUX DesignUser Interface DesignProgrammingArchitectural VisualizationCompositingVFX

Software proficiency

Jira
Jira
Confluence
Confluence
Trello
Trello
Excel
Excel
Miro
Miro
Unity
Unity
Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine
Adobe XD
Adobe XD
3ds Max
3ds Max
Maya
Maya
ZBrush
ZBrush
Substance 3D Painter
Substance 3D Painter
Photoshop
Photoshop
iClone
iClone
Character Creator
Character Creator
Nuke
Nuke
Mixamo
Mixamo