Merlin Sorel

AI SEO, GEO and AEO Strategist

Guru Online • Freelance

Mar 2026 - Mar 2026 • 0 mos

Specialized in modern search optimization strategies combining AI SEO, traditional SEO, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), off-page SEO, backlink strategy, and organic visibility. My work focuses on helping websites improve their discoverability across traditional search engines and emerging AI powered search and answer platforms. I develop optimization strategies around search intent, content relevance, authority, entity signals, topical coverage, and sustainable organic growth. I work with businesses seeking to increase search rankings, qualified website traffic, online visibility, and brand discoverability. My approach begins by understanding the client's market, audience, competitors, and existing search presence before identifying opportunities for improvement. I have experience developing ongoing off-page strategies involving relevant backlinks, authority building opportunities, content positioning, and broader digital visibility initiatives. I also incorporate GEO and AEO principles to help businesses structure their online presence for changing search behaviors and AI generated answers. My goal is to combine proven SEO fundamentals with emerging AI search strategies to create practical, measurable, and long term organic growth systems rather than relying on short term ranking tactics.

3D Character Artist and Game Asset Specialist

Freelancer.com • Freelance

Nov 2025 - Nov 2025 • 0 mos

Specialized in creating high quality 3D character models, game ready assets, stylized characters, and digital artwork for game developers, creators, and entertainment projects. My work involves taking an initial concept, reference, or creative direction and developing it into a polished 3D asset with strong visual appeal and production-focused structure. I have worked across character modeling, sculpting, hard surface detailing, stylized design, accessories, clothing, props, and environment assets. My approach combines artistic design with practical considerations such as clean geometry, proportion, topology, visual consistency, and asset usability. I focus on creating characters and assets that are not only visually impressive but also suitable for integration into broader production workflows. I pay close attention to silhouette, proportions, surface details, material separation, and presentation from multiple angles. My experience includes developing fantasy characters, anime inspired designs, stylized game assets, environmental props, and custom character concepts. I also collaborate closely with clients to interpret references, refine creative ideas, and deliver work aligned with their intended platform or audience.

Vrchat and Furry Avatar

People Per Hour • Freelance

Feb 2025 - Feb 2025 • 0 mos

Focused on creating custom VRChat avatars, furry avatars, 3D character models, and creator focused digital characters. I specialize in translating unique character concepts into expressive, visually polished 3D models designed around the identity and requirements of each client. My workflow covers character modeling, stylized proportions, clothing, accessories, hair and fur design, facial features, and detailed character presentation. I prioritize creating distinctive silhouettes and recognizable designs while maintaining a cohesive visual style throughout the model. I work with references ranging from character sheets and sketches to existing artwork and detailed creative briefs. A major part of my role is interpreting two-dimensional concepts and turning them into convincing three dimensional characters with attention to shape, detail, personality, and presentation. My experience also extends to anime inspired avatars, streamer characters, VTuber related character concepts, furry character designs, fantasy characters, and custom digital personas. I aim to deliver assets that give creators a strong visual identity and provide a solid foundation for further rigging, texturing, animation, or VR ready implementation.