Overview

Project Cosmo was an ambitious NFT-based gaming initiative developed by CryptIT. Initially launched as a call for freelance concept artists, the project quickly evolved after I was brought on. My early concept designs stood out among applicants and led to a full-time role—eventually promoting me to Lead Designer and Animator. In this position, I guided the project from initial visual development through to 3D modeling and animation, helping establish a distinct and cohesive creative direction within the emerging NFT gaming space.

Creative Goals

The core vision of Project Cosmo was to create a vibrant, immersive universe that blended sci-fi aesthetics with blockchain technology. CryptIT aimed to differentiate the project from typical NFT releases by focusing on quality design and animation from the outset. My responsibility was to shape that vision visually—developing a stylized look that could be both iconic and technically optimized for real-time environments.

My Role & Process

As Lead Designer and Animator, I was responsible for both creative direction and hands-on execution across multiple production phases. Key aspects of my workflow included:

• Concept Art & Style Development – Using Photoshop and Illustrator to define the project’s visual language, including character silhouettes, props, and environmental assets.
• 3D Modeling & Asset Creation – Building high-quality, game-ready models in Blender that balanced stylization with performance.
• Animation & Rigging – Creating dynamic, loopable animations and test rigs for character movement and interaction.
• Technical Collaboration – Working closely with developers to ensure visual assets met the required specifications for NFT integration and in-game implementation.
• Team Coordination – Leading a small team of artists and animators, providing feedback and ensuring consistency across the asset pipeline.

Deliverables

• Full suite of 3D character and environment assets
• Concept art and visual development documentation
• Loopable character animations and test rigs
• Optimized game-ready models for blockchain deployment

Tools Used

Blender • Photoshop • Illustrator

Impact

Project Cosmo positioned itself as a standout visual experience in the NFT gaming space, with a refined and consistent design language that elevated the brand. My leadership and hands-on contributions helped translate an abstract idea into a functional and visually compelling product. The models and animations produced served as the creative backbone for further development and promotional materials.

Reflection

This project was a defining moment in my growth as a digital artist and creative lead. It challenged me to bridge concept development with technical execution, while managing cross-disciplinary collaboration. Project Cosmo sharpened my skills in 3D design, animation, and team leadership—and reaffirmed my passion for merging storytelling and technology to build immersive digital experiences.

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