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Emanuel W.

Los Angeles, California

$80/hr
4.9
31 jobs

Technical Animation Director specializing in 3D Design, Motion Graphics and XR/AI Technology. I transform creative visions into immersive 3d experiences & designs with cutting-edge digital tools. Ready to deliver exceptional results. Core expertise focuses on advanced technical direction for 3D animation systems leveraging machine learning, pipeline development, and simulations to deliver engine-ready creative assets as well as motion graphics design across entertainment and commercial sectors. Experience encompasses expertise in Unreal Engine for game, cinematic, and AR/VR applications, machine learning systems, and live television production. This includes supervisory roles overseeing digital doubles, 3D scanning workflows, and motion capture integration into animation systems. Proven ability to architect complex technical solutions while maintaining creative excellence, delivering cutting-edge results that push industry boundaries and exceed client expectations.

  • 3D Animation
  • Animation
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Rigging
  • Blender
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Character Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Illustration
  • Video Production
  • Graphic Design
  • 2D Animation
  • Video Editing
  • Visual Effects
Elena B.

Los Angeles, California

$100/hr
4.9
347 jobs

If your product is complex — I make it clear. I’m Elena — a 3D animator and visual strategist with 12+ years of experience creating medical animation, technical animation, and product instruction videos for U.S. companies. 1,600+ completed projects Clients include NASA, Meta, Tremco CPG, Edwards Lifesciences Worked across medical, biotech, industrial, construction, and technology sectors I specialize in turning complex processes, devices, and systems into visuals that are easy to understand, trust, and sell. Core Expertise (What I do) • Medical Animation Medical device animation Surgical / procedural animation Anatomy visualization Healthcare explainer videos • Technical & Industrial Animation Engineering and mechanical processes Industrial systems and workflows Manufacturing and infrastructure animation Construction animation & installation sequences • Instructional & Product Animation Product explainer videos Installation & assembly instructions How-it-works videos SaaS and technology explainers • Legal & Visualization Accident reconstruction Litigation and forensic animation Who I work with • Medical device & biotech companies • Engineering and industrial companies • Construction & infrastructure firms • SaaS & technology startups • Legal teams (litigation visuals) What problems I solve • Complex product is hard to explain • Sales team struggles to communicate value • Customers don’t understand quickly • Need clear step-by-step visual instructions • Need investor-ready visuals What you get • Clear, structured 3D animations that explain complex ideas • Strong focus on clarity, accuracy, and usability • Visuals built for sales, training, and marketing • End-to-end production: modeling → animation → final delivery Results clients see • Faster understanding of complex products • Increased conversions and engagement • Reduced need for support and explanations • Stronger investor and client presentations If you need medical animation, technical animation, or product instruction videos — I can help turn your product into something people instantly understand.

  • 3D Animation
  • Animation
  • Animated Environment
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Vehicle Modeling
  • Blender
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • Motion Graphics
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Digital Art
  • KeyShot
  • Manufacturing & Construction
Masha S.

Los Angeles, California

$50/hr
5.0
37 jobs

I am a professional video producer, team leader and the owner of video production studio Next Curve Productions located in Los Angeles, CA. We are able to provide partial video production services or a full video production including script writing, storyboard, casting, locations, videography, directing, special effects, video and sound editing. We specialize in creating videos for any platform or objective, featuring products or services for small or large companies. In the past few years, we have released dozens of commercial advertisements, as well as short movies and one featured film. My video production studio has recently received an award from a prestigious movie festival. For the projects that require 3D animation service, I can create a fully rendered 3D video from beginning to the end. Being a Maya Autodesk certified 3D animator, I can model and animate your objects or characters, create a desired background environment or landscape, set up lighting, render your video, and complete the project with sophisticated special effects, video and sound editing. Whether you have just an idea for the project or in the middle of the project I would be happy to help and discuss your project. I desire to help my clients realize their creative vision and exceed their expectations.

  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Modeling
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Animated Cartoon
  • Video Production
  • Cinematography
  • Video Color Correction
  • Visual Effects
  • Concept Design
  • 3D Rendering
  • Video Editing
  • Special Effects Modelmaking
Shana K.

Los Angeles, California

$75/hr
5.0
13 jobs

Expert 3D digital artist with over 20 years of successful project engagements for numerous high profile clients. Demonstrated ability pushing the boundaries of visual animation along with leading teams successfully through any project from a TV commercial through a feature length animated film. Outstanding at pipeline and workflow development especially for texturing, lighting, and compositing. Proven leader, with a traditional art degree and excellent eye that influences all her work whether as a supervisor or the creator. Recently she has moved from supervising the projects to freelancing and doing all aspects herself. From the initial concepts and design based on the clients wishes, through, modeling, animation, texturing, effects, lighting, rendering, compositing, and sound editing. Please see Koenig's website for a further listing of her projects and skills. AREAS OF EXPERTISE CG Supervisor Lighting Compositing Shader Development Texturing Painting Motion Graphics Look & Effect Development Production Strategy Pipeline Development Modeling Rendering Visual Effects Stereo Projects Concept Design Matte Painting Programs 3Ds Max, Maya, Cinema 4D, Z-Brush, Vue, Unity, VRay, Metal Ray, Arnold, Renderman, Substance Painter, Substance Designer, Mari, Deep Paint, Digital Fusion, Shake, Nuke, After Effects, Photoshop, Painter Other Art Skills Concept Art, Painting and Drawing, Photography and Sculpting, Concept and creation of Fiber Optic and LED Sculptures for large-scale installations

  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Rendering
  • Motion Graphics
  • 3D Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Compositing
  • CGI

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