Jake Henshall
Jake Henshall
3D Artist
London, United Kingdom

Summary

3D Artist with 4+ years of experience in Automotive 3D
CAD retopo, highly detailed modeling, and rendering for automotive clients.

Skills

LightingLow-poly ModelingHigh-poly ModelingRetopologyUV MappingHard Surface Modeling3D Modeling

Software proficiency

3ds Max
3ds Max
After Effects
After Effects
Blender
Blender
Maya
Maya
Mudbox
Mudbox
Photoshop
Photoshop
Substance 3D Painter
Substance 3D Painter
Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine
ZBrush
ZBrush
Affinity Designer
Affinity Designer
Affinity Photo
Affinity Photo
DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve

Experience

  • 3D Data Model Artist at Digital Giant
    London, GB
    July 2022 - February 2026

    Responsible for CAD data clean-up, optimisation and QC across multiple vehicle lines using Maya and Unreal Engine.

    Key Contributions:

    Specialized in data preparation and optimization within Maya and Unreal Engine 5, focusing on delivering high-quality, functional car configurations with clean, render-ready data.

    Managed the data preparation for the majority of the Hyundai car lineup, spanning multiple model years (updates and new cars). This included ensuring data completeness, performing quality control, and tagging all parts for accurate rig functionality in Unreal Engine.

    Select Achievements:

    Quickly became proficient in and adapted to multiple company pipelines as required by shifting needs.

    Successfully adopted a new, streamlined Deltagen to Unreal data pipeline, which was crucial for meeting tight deadlines, during a period of unexpected team member departures.

    Trained multiple new team members on complex in-house workflows during a peak business period.

    Produced professional wheel rim renders for clients using basic lighting principles, demonstrating initiative beyond the core role.

    Creation of comprehensive internal documentation detailing key company workflows.

  • 3D Artist at Focal CGI
    July 2020 - July 2022

    Produced 3D vehicle modelling and asset-creation work for commercial automotive projects. Delivered clean, production-ready assets for clients.