About me

I’m a passionate Creative 3D Visual FX Artist with over 8 years of experience in transforming ideas into stunning visuals and immersive experiences. I thrive on taking your vision and translating it into captivating, photorealistic 3D animations. My expertise in lighting, materials, and compositing (V-Ray, Renderer) elevates brand experiences to a whole new level. With a diverse skillset encompassing industry-standard software like Maya (Experienced), 3ds Max (Proficient), Unreal Engine (Experienced), and Cinema 4D (Experienced), I confidently tackle any project. Additionally, my proficiency in design tools like InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop ensures a seamless workflow from concept to final product. But my skills go beyond the technical. I’m a strong team player who flourishes in collaborative environments. I’m always eager to share knowledge, contribute innovative ideas, and learn from others. My experience spans various industries. I’ve created photorealistic 3D renders for commercials at Hip Optical, led creative brainstorming sessions for cutting-edge product visualization at YYZ Lighting, and consistently delivered high-quality work across the board. Let’s connect and discuss how I can bring your vision to life.3D Product Visualization Artist
3D product visualization artist with 8+ years creating photoreal CGI, product animation, lighting and material studies, and presentation-ready marketing assets. Experience across lighting, eyewear, packaging, furniture, cosmetics, and consumer goods.

Andre Spence

Brampton, Ontario | 647-447-7322 | andrespence.as3d@gmail.com
www.as3d.ca

3D Product Visualization Artist

3D product visualization artist with 8+ years creating photoreal CGI, product animation, lighting and material studies, and presentation-ready marketing assets. Experience across lighting, eyewear, packaging, furniture, cosmetics, and consumer goods.

Core Skills

3ds Max · V-Ray · Photoshop · After Effects · Illustrator · InDesign · Premiere Pro · TyFlow
Product rendering · Materials and finish variations · Lighting · Camera composition · Product animation · Image finishing · E-commerce and marketing visuals

Professional Experience

3D Product Visualization & Motion Artist

Hip Optical — Etobicoke, ON
March 2023 – January 2024

Created photoreal 3D visuals and short animations for eyewear products and digital marketing content.
Produced product-focused imagery using materials, lighting, camera composition, and image finishing.
Developed visual assets for web, email, social, and presentation use while working to brand and campaign requirements.
Collaborated with marketing stakeholders on revisions and final delivery.

3D Product Designer

YYZ Lighting — Pickering, ON
June 2022 – March 2023

Created photoreal renders and short animations for residential and commercial lighting fixtures.
Built material, finish, and lighting studies to communicate fixture form, surface quality, and illumination.
Produced product visuals and specification-support assets for marketing and presentation use.
Prepared camera-ready visual content for product communication across digital channels.

3D Operator

SGSCO — Toronto, ON
April 2016 – October 2016

Translated Illustrator dielines into Artios display structures and prepared them for 3D visualization.
Exported retail-display structures to 3ds Max, placed products within displays, and created presentation visuals.
Used Photoshop and Illustrator to prepare product-populated display imagery for Walmart and Amazon e-commerce use.
Supported visual consistency, file preparation, and production-ready creative assets.

3D Depth Artist

Stereo D — Toronto, ON
March 2015 – May 2015

Supported stereoscopic post-production by preparing depth-based visual elements from live-action footage.
Worked within established production workflows, revisions, and quality-control requirements.

3D Animator / Motion Graphics Intern

Barnet Digital — Toronto, ON
November 2009 – April 2010

Created animated logo and motion-graphics assets for Toronto nightclub promotions.
Supported the development of branded animated content for digital use.

Education

Post-Graduate Certificate, 3D Animation
Humber College

Diploma, 3D Multimedia
Humber College

Certificate, Art Fundamentals
Sheridan College

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Experience the difference! Join me in creating engaging experiences unlike any other. Let’s connect and bring your vision to life.