My name is Mel Laycock & I am a freelance 3D Visualiser and qualified Architectural Technician based near Leeds and have been working freelance now for 17 years, working primarily with 3DS Max & V-Ray. I work in close liaison with architects, developers, marketing agencies and design consultants to produce architectural CGI which is used primarily to communicate design concepts to clients. Working on projects throughout the UK, I provide still imagery, VR and animations to facilitate the marketing and planning requirements of projects, as well as being used as a means of securing project funding and sponsorship.
EXPERIENCE
I began working in Architecture in 1989, qualifying as an Architectural Technician in 1993. Working continuously with AutoCAD and 3DS Max, customising systems to meet the bespoke requirements of the end-users and streamlining workflows to ensure that high impact presentations can be created in the minimum amount of time. In the mid 90’s I worked with AutoDesk, in collaberation with Manchester University, as a beta tester for AutoCAD & AEC, to rigorously test new releases of the software prior to it’s general release. I started working with 3DS Max in 1996 and two years later had work published in CADdesk magazine. I have strong CAD Managerial experience, particularly the day to day management and progressive expansion of CAD/ IT systems and policies, budget forecasts and specification. Over the last 25 years or so, I have worked on many architectural projects covering most disciplines, some of which include;
PROJECTS
Residential – Fitzroy Park House, Linton House, Surrey Docks, Bloor Homes, Miller Homes, Richmond Villages, numerous private residences
Education – Hull Community College, Leeds Schools PFI, Leeds Grammar School, York Primary Schools PFI
Commercial – Santander, HSBC, Nat West, Filtronic Plc, Royal Mail, Post Office Property Holdings, Keighley Bus Station
Industrial – Motor Vehicle Workshop & Teaching Facility – Hull , Royds Enterprise Park, Low Hall Studios – Leeds
Retail – Retail Outlet Milton Keynes, Tesco Supermarkets, Wm Morrisons, Spalding Outlet Shopping
Sport, Leisure, Community – Hull Community Church, Royds Community Centre, Fagley Community Centre, Bradford Bulls, Wakefield R.L.
COMMISSIONS
I get most of my work through recommendations, as I put a high value on the quality of work and the ability to hit agreed deadlines. Fees are generally agreed either as a ‘fixed fee per project’, on a ‘daily rate’ or ‘monthly retainer’ for longer term projects.
CONTACT
Email: MJLvisuals@gmail.com