Eric Hallquist
Eric Hallquist
Concept Artist
Los Angeles, United States

Skills

Concept ArtMatte PaintingDigital PaintingIllustrationBrand DevelopmentWorld BuildingSketchingPBR TexturingCompositionColor TheoryAsset CreationFundamentalsConcept Design3D ModelingDigital SculptingDrawing

Software proficiency

Photoshop
Photoshop
Blender
Blender
3DCoat
3DCoat
Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine
DAZ Studio
DAZ Studio
Medium by Adobe
Medium by Adobe
Mixer
Mixer
Substance 3D Modeler
Substance 3D Modeler

Productions

    • Video Game
      Deadrop
    • Year
      2024
    • Role
      Concept Artist
    • Company
      Midnight Society

Experience

  • Concept Artist at Midnight Society
    Los Angeles
    April 2021 - September 2024

    - Led the visual development for Deadrop, creating high-fidelity concepts for environment art, characters, vehicles, weapons, skyboxes, game assets and more

    - Provided direct support in Unreal Engine 5 for environment art production, assisting with integration and asset creation

    - Collaborated with the UX/UI, FX and animation team to create world-building assets that set the visual tone for the project

    - Utilized a combination of traditional drawing techniques and 3D renderings, working in Blender and Unreal Engine to create visually compelling assets

    - Known for a strong work ethic, producing high-quality work efficiently and independently

    - Played a key role in the creative process, taking abstract concepts and refining them into visually engaging pieces

  • Artist & Illustrator at Solid Soul
    Los Angeles, US
    July 2011 - August 2020

    - Collaborated with high-profile names and brands in Music & Entertainment industries creating eye-catching art, logos, merchandise, flyers, and promotional materials

    - Delivered custom artwork under tight deadlines, ensuring the highest standards of creativity, accuracy, and professionalism

    - Provided 2D/3D design services, translating creative visions into engaging visual content for a wide range of media

    - Maintained exceptional communication and time management skills, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations

    - Built strong relationships with artists and stakeholders through a deep understanding of brand identity and audience engagement

    - Demonstrated versatility across multiple artistic styles and media, from traditional illustration to cutting-edge digital tools