Daniel Orive
Daniel Orive
Co-Founder & Head of Art @ Dardo Studios
Los Angeles, United States

Summary

From a passionate videogame lover, movie enthusiast, and avid comic reader, art has been my lifelong passion. I quickly realized its significance in shaping my journey.

Today, as an Art Director, I have amassed over 13 years of experience, leading art and IP creation for some of the world's most renowned franchises. My creative touch can be witnessed in games such as League of Legends, Hearthstone, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, Disney Infinity, Bleeding Edge, and many other exciting projects.

In my role as an Art Director, I relish creating concept art, mood pieces, and 3D assets, ensuring the team fully grasps the project's direction. My involvement extends to crafting crucial assets like the Art Bible, which serves as a guiding beacon for both seasoned team members and newcomers, fostering unity and shared vision.

Nurturing partnerships with outsource studios and collaborating closely with the recruiting team, I have strived to elevate our capabilities while upholding uncompromising standards.
Within my daily pursuits, I engage in seamless collaboration with the design team, skillfully conveying the game's purpose and goals. Moreover, I join forces with engineers to ensure our art style complements optimal performance, harmoniously blending aesthetic aspirations with technical excellence.

Software proficiency

Photoshop
Photoshop
ZBrush
ZBrush
3ds Max
3ds Max
Maya
Maya
Keyshot
Keyshot
3DCoat
3DCoat
Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine
Substance 3D Painter
Substance 3D Painter
Quixel Suite
Quixel Suite

Reel