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Paul Petre

@paulpetre1

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Senior 3D designer specializing in architectural visualization and real-time interactive environments.

Romania

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can deliver high-end 3D visualization and real-time environments, blending technical precision with creativity—preferably in an environment that values optimized workflows and AI-enhanced rendering pipelines.

I’m a Senior 3D Designer with 10+ years of experience delivering high-end 3D models, photorealistic renders, and animations for international clients. I specialize in architectural visualization, game asset creation, product development, and real-time interactive environments—often working remotely with the creative focus and technical precision clients need.

I’ve completed 200+ Upwork projects with 100% Job Success (Top Rated Freelancer) and boosted client retention by 30% through consistent quality and communication. I also reduced project turnaround by 15% using optimized workflows and AI tools, and I’ve contributed to game-world environment recreation and production pipelines across concept, modeling, texturing, lighting, and rendering.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance 3D Designer

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Archiviz.io

Sep 2025 - Present (10 months)

Created Scandinavian interior and environment visualizations by converting client plans and sketches into specific 3D scenes. Delivered multiple architectural project propositions and completed deliverables end to end.

3D Modeling Architectural Visualization Virtual Tours Remote Collaboration Environment Design

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Freelance 3D Designer

Current

Upwork.com

Sep 2015 - Present (10 years 10 months)

Completed 200+ 3D visualization and animation projects with 100% job success as a Top Rated Freelancer. Improved client retention by 30% and reduced turnaround by 15% through optimized workflows and AI tools.

3D Modeling Architectural Visualization Animation AI Content Generation Substance Painter Remote Project Management

3D Modeler

Cyan Inc

Jun 2017 - Feb 2018 (8 months)

Recreated key Riven: the Sequel to Myst environments in full 3D. Collaborated with development teams to match the original game feel and design.

Environment Modeling Collaboration With Dev Team

3D Designer

Lemon Studio

Jun 2013 - Aug 2015 (2 years 2 months)

Produced photorealistic visualizations for commercial and architectural projects. Managed the full production pipeline from concept through modeling, texturing, lighting, and rendering.

Architectural Visualization 3D Modeling Lighting

3D Modeler / Level Designer

Lite Microsystems

Sep 2011 - Jun 2013 (1 year 9 months)

Designed game-ready 3D assets and interactive environments. Implemented animations, texture mapping, and modular level design to support real-time gameplay scenes.

Modular Level Design Texture Mapping

3D Level Designer

FUN Labs Romania

Sep 2010 - Aug 2011 (11 months)

Designed levels and gameplay logic for Cabela's: Shadows of Katmai on PC, Wii, and Xbox. Built player-focused 3D environments aligned with game requirements.

Level Design Game Logic Asset creation Texture Mapping Iterative Development

Photo Editor

Neo Corporation

Jul 2004 - Oct 2007 (3 years 3 months)

Retouched and edited high-resolution images for publication and marketing. Managed batch processing and optimized image pipelines to improve throughput and consistency.

Photo Retouching Batch Processing Image Pipeline Optimization Color Correction Photoshop