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Nadine Malan
Nadine Malan
Associate Character Artist | Adjunct Instructor
Gauteng, South Africa

Summary

I teach character art workflows at LCAD and bring characters and creatures to life at Respawn Entertainment.

I'm actively looking for a full-time role where I’m an integrated member of the development team, not just an in-house contractor brought in to fill a temporary gap. I want to be part of a studio that invests in its artists' skills and values long-term growth. I'm looking for a studio I can build a career with - a studio I can call home.

I prefer a hybrid or in-studio setup, where I can collaborate with my team in real time. Working remotely has its benefits, but nothing beats the efficiency of being able to ask a question and get an answer on the spot.

As for location, I’m looking to relocate. Either to Australia, to be closer to friends and family, or to the UK or Ireland, where I can put down roots in a culture I know well and miss.

Skills

3DCharacter ModelingProp ModelingEnvironment Modeling3D ModelingPBR TexturingTexture Baking

Software proficiency

3ds Max
3ds Max
Maya
Maya
ZBrush
ZBrush
Marvelous Designer
Marvelous Designer
3DCoat
3DCoat
Photoshop
Photoshop
Substance 3D Painter
Substance 3D Painter
Substance 3D Designer
Substance 3D Designer
Marmoset Toolbag
Marmoset Toolbag
Unity
Unity
Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine

Productions

    • Video Game
      WaxHeart
    • Year
      2023
    • Role
      3D Character Artist, Technical Animator
    • Company
      WaxHeart Team

Experience

  • Associate Character Artist at Respawn Entertainment
    Chatsworth, US
    March 2025 - Present

  • Adjunct Instructor at Laguna College of Art + Design
    Laguna Beach, US
    June 2024 - Present

  • Character Art Intern at Respawn Entertainment
    Los Angeles, US
    May 2024 - August 2024

  • Character Art Pathfinder Intern at Respawn Entertainment
    Los Angeles, US
    May 2023 - August 2023