Maren Mia Du Plessis
About Maren Mia Du Plessis
Maren Mia Du Plessis is a Technical Artist based in Cape Town, South Africa, with a background in Visual and Performing Arts from the University of the Witwatersrand. She has worked in various roles in the gaming and art industries, showcasing her skills in graphic design, character art, and 2D animation.
Work at Derivco
Maren Mia Du Plessis has been employed at Derivco as a Technical Artist since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the development of technical art solutions, enhancing the visual quality of projects. Her position is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, where she collaborates with a team to create engaging user experiences.
Education and Expertise
Maren studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, focusing on Visual and Performing Arts. She achieved an Honours degree in Fine Arts, completing her studies from 2013 to 2016. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in technical art, graphic design, and level art.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Derivco, Maren worked at Sea Monster Entertainment as a 2D Game Artist for two months in 2020. Prior to that, she was employed at Red Oxygen as an Artist and Animator from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she has experience as a Freelance Artist from 2016 to 2020, allowing her to develop a diverse skill set in various artistic disciplines.
Artistic Skills and Contributions
Maren possesses a diverse skill set that includes graphic design, level art, character art, environment art, and 2D animation. She has experience in creating art for mobile applications, contributing to the visual elements that enhance user engagement. Her freelance work includes t-shirt designs, logo designs, portrait illustrations, and children's book illustrations.