Ani Kümmel
Senior Character Artist at Keen Games- Claim this Profile
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English Professional working proficiency
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German Professional working proficiency
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Bulgarian Professional working proficiency
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Italian Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Experience
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Keen Games
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Germany
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Computer Games
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Character Artist
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Jul 2023 - Present
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3D Character Artist
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Apr 2020 - Aug 2023
Currently working on Enschrouded...👻👻(3D Character art and narrative design)
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Freelance 3D Artist
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Sep 2015 - Present
Developed 3D models for film, animation, and game development, including real-time characters for Unity/Unreal VR projects. Additionally, created models optimized for 3D printing purposes. Developed 3D models for film, animation, and game development, including real-time characters for Unity/Unreal VR projects. Additionally, created models optimized for 3D printing purposes.
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Streamer
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Jan 2015 - Jan 2021
I joined Twitch to share knowledge and build a vibrant artist community. Unexpectedly, it had a profound impact on my personal brand and fostered lasting relationships. Through live streaming 3D character modeling, I entertained viewers and created camaraderie among artists. Engaging with my audience, I provided valuable insights and empowered aspiring artists in the game industry. Alongside streaming, I strategically used social media to expand my brand.
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2D Character design/concept artist
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Jun 2012 - Dec 2016
Collaborated with streamers, small food brands, and private individuals, providing services in character design, mascot creation, and brand graphics. Played a key role in crafting visually compelling and cohesive brand identities for clients, ensuring their unique personalities and values were effectively communicated through the design elements.
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3d.io
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Wiesbaden, Hesse, Germany
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Lead Character Artist
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Jul 2017 - Nov 2019
As part of the project, I had the opportunity to contribute to art direction and assist in managing tasks for the talented art team. My role encompassed character design, animation, and the implementation of assets in Unreal Engine. It was a rewarding experience to collaborate with dedicated professionals and play a part in bringing the vision to life for the audience to enjoy. As part of the project, I had the opportunity to contribute to art direction and assist in managing tasks for the talented art team. My role encompassed character design, animation, and the implementation of assets in Unreal Engine. It was a rewarding experience to collaborate with dedicated professionals and play a part in bringing the vision to life for the audience to enjoy.
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SWR
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Germany
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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700 & Above Employee
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Production Assistant
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Oct 2014 - Sep 2019
Provided technical support to camera operators and studio teams, ensuring smooth operation of equipment for video, sound, and lighting. Additionally, contributed to the setup and preparation of stages for live events and broadcasts. Provided technical support to camera operators and studio teams, ensuring smooth operation of equipment for video, sound, and lighting. Additionally, contributed to the setup and preparation of stages for live events and broadcasts.
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ZDF
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Germany
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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700 & Above Employee
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Production Assistant
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Aug 2017 - Aug 2019
Provided technical support to camera operators and studio teams, ensuring smooth operation of equipment for video, sound, and lighting. Additionally, contributed to the setup and preparation of stages for live events and broadcasts. Provided technical support to camera operators and studio teams, ensuring smooth operation of equipment for video, sound, and lighting. Additionally, contributed to the setup and preparation of stages for live events and broadcasts.
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Freiberuflich
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Bulgaria
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Workshop Instructor
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Jun 2012 - Sep 2012
I coordinated and tutored art workshops for both native and foreign children as part of the Summer Art Club in Bulgaria called "Malinka" . Through engaging sessions, I fostered their creativity, artistic skills, and cultural understanding. It was fulfilling to witness their enthusiasm and sense of accomplishment as they created meaningful artworks. I coordinated and tutored art workshops for both native and foreign children as part of the Summer Art Club in Bulgaria called "Malinka" . Through engaging sessions, I fostered their creativity, artistic skills, and cultural understanding. It was fulfilling to witness their enthusiasm and sense of accomplishment as they created meaningful artworks.
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Education
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Hochschule Mainz - University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Timebased Interactive Media Design