John Hayes
Professional character artist
Seattle, United States
Summary
Crafting art that sparks imagination, builds connections, and leaves a lasting impact.
With 20+ years as a Senior 3D Artist and Art Manager, creating unforgettable player experiences while mentoring teams and driving collaboration.
A passion that seeks to transform creative vision into reality—guiding assets from concept to implementation with precision and artistic excellence.
Skills
3D ModelingleadershipTexturingCharacter ModelingDigital SculptingConcept DesignDigital PaintingIllustration3D PrintingRiggingSculptingCharacter Animation
Software proficiency

Blender

Maya

Modo

Photoshop

SketchBook Pro

Substance 3D Painter

Marmoset Toolbag

ZBrush

Unity

Ornatrix

Alchemy

CLIP STUDIO PAINT

Infinite Painter

ArtFlow

Hair Strand Designer
Productions
Video Game
Rec Room
Year
2016
Role
Senior 3D Artist
Company
Rec Room
Video Game
Spyro Reignited Trilogy
Year
2018
Role
Senior Character Artist
Company
Sanzaru
Mobile Game
Vainglory
Year
2014
Role
Lead Character Artist
Company
Super Evil Megacorp
Video Game
Iron Man 2
Year
2010
Role
Lead Character Artist
Company
Sega
Video Game
Golden Axe Beast Rider
Year
2008
Role
Senior Character Artist
Company
Sega
Video Game
Lair
Year
2007
Role
Character Artist
Company
Factor 5
Video Game
Final Fight Streetwise
Year
2006
Role
Lead Character Artist
Company
Capcom
Video Game
Maximo vs Army of Zin
Year
2004
Role
Senior Character Artist
Company
Capcom
Video Game
Maximo Ghosts to GLory
Year
2002
Role
Character Artist
Company
Capcom
Experience
Senior 3D Artist, Art manager at Rec Room
Sunnyvale, US
January 2021 - March 2025
Lead Character Artist at Super Evil Megacorp
San Mateo, United States of America
Senior Character Artist at Sanzaru Games
Foster City, United States of America
Lead Character Artist at Sega Studios
San Francisco, United States of America
Lead Character Artist at Capcom Studio 8
sunnyvale, United States of America
October 2001 - April 2006
Senior Character Artist at H2O Entertainment
Vancouver, Canada
May 1997 - September 2001