John Dwyer

Background

About John Dwyer

With over 31 years of experience in digital games development, I bring a wealth of expertise in Art Direction, Team Leadership, and Production. My background includes notable roles at Sony Studio Liverpool and Firesprite, as well as establishing and leading the art department at "Collective Anvil." In this capacity, my responsibilities encompassed: • Art management and team development • Collaboration with department heads and studio directors • Recruitment and outsourcing coordination • Maintenance of artistic standards and technical strategy • Oversight of art direction and marketing asset delivery Furthermore, I have actively contributed to projects as required, nurturing artists' talents and careers while fostering a strong agile team culture. My proficiency extends across various art disciplines, including modeling, sculpting, lighting, and texturing for both hi-res and in-game environments and assets. I possess comprehensive knowledge of game engines such as Unreal, CryEngine, and Unity, having served as an experienced Art Director, Production Lead, and Art Lead on numerous projects. My specialties include expertise in game engine tech, production processes, tools, and pipelines, as well as lighting techniques and asset creation. I have software experience in tools such as Zbrush, Maya, Max, Mudbox, Photoshop, Quixel Suite, and Substance. Additionally, I have extensive experience in photographic referencing for textures and materials, material and shader generation, including physically based materials and particles. Throughout my career, I have worked with multiple in-house game engines and pipelines for various consoles, providing training and mentorship to staff in software usage and production processes. I place a strong emphasis on teamwork and thrive in dynamic environments where creative challenges are embraced and overcome.