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Dharani R.

Chennai, India

$12/hr
5.0
72 jobs

🎯 Get 5X–10X more views, shares, leads, and business conversions with elite video content 🦄 🎥 1000s of videos edited & animated for global brands, creators, SaaS startups & billion-dollar companies 🏆 12+ years of media & storytelling experience | 🥇 Top-Rated on Upwork 🌟 The founders and creators I work with are scaling fast. I help them crush it: ● “We gained 70K subscribers in 6 weeks — all organic!” ● “Our SaaS explainer helped land 3 new enterprise clients in the first week” ● “Our YouTube shorts are now outperforming long-form content by 5X — and our long-form already had 2M+ views” ● “I showcased our client brand so powerfully, even VCs asked who made the video!” Clients that work with me are at LEAST 5Xing their content impact. ⚡︎ I cannot help everybody, but we may be a great fit if you're thinking: ● “There’s serious growth at stake and I want the BEST” ● “We’ve evolved — our content must reflect that” ● “I know my business, but I need a creative storyteller” ● “I’m NOT a video expert, and I don’t want to mess with Adobe timelines!” ● “Our last edit was mediocre — that can’t happen again” ● “We need content that 100% matches our voice, brand, and goals” 🎬 I focus on premium content: YouTube | Reels | Shorts | SaaS | Podcast | Ad Films 🦄 Past and ongoing clients include: ✔️ America’s Best Restaurants (personal content creator to founder Matt Plapp) ✔️ Pricol Pvt Ltd (Company value: $3B) ✔️ Freshworks ✔️ PartnerStack ✔️ PlayYourCourt (USA) ✔️ MBM Logistics (Dubai) ✔️ Australian Eye Care (Australia) ✔️ Multiple Real Estate Brands (India & UAE) ✔️ Dr. Prabhakar Hair Transplant Clinic ✔️ Cancha Bags (U.K) ✔️ RoboCup (USA) 💡 Working with me, you will: ★ Stop struggling with video timelines – I handle Video editing, sound design, motion graphics, storytelling, 2D & 3D animation, SaaS explainer videos, and delivery ★ Put your best foot forward on YouTube, Reels, TikTok, or your website ★ Save time and get elite-level polish on every frame ★ Captivate your audience with the strategies used by 7-figure creators ★ Work with a reliable, creative pro who delivers fast and stays on-brand ...and even repurpose the same edits into high-converting ads or social media content 💬 My clients have a LOT to say about me: ✅ I couldn't recommend Dharani more – 100% worth the investment! – Pricol MD, Mr. Vikram Mohan ✅ This video unlocked a $30K client deal on launch week – Matt Plapp, CEO of America’s Best Restaurants ✅ I showcased Scott Baxter’s brand so powerfully, everyone’s asking who edited it – PlayYourCourt ✅ What Dharani’s doing is pure magic – Marketing Professional Joshua 🚫 Not every business is a fit. Some signs we might not be a good match include: The company is struggling to pay team members – I want to deliver value, not stress “Respect for others” is not a core value – I work best with amazing people 📈 I’ve produced 1500 long-form and 5000+ short-form videos across industries and helped clients scale their brand presence using storytelling and creative visuals. You’ll receive content you’re proud to share — and your audience will love to engage with. 🔢 Key stats: ● Top-rated on Upwork in Video Editing & Animation ● 12+ years experience | SaaS, Luxury, Healthcare, Podcast, Explainer, Ads ● Clients see an average 5X–10X content performance after working with me ● 500+ brand films, 300+ SaaS explainer videos, 1000s of Reels & Shorts ● Featured content on YouTube, Instagram, and startup demo days Sound like a fit? Next steps: 📺 Watch the videos on my Upwork profile and in my work examples 🟢 Press '…' then tap ‘Send Message’ in the top right-hand corner 💬 You can invite me and even hire me directly 🧠 Expertise: Social Media Marketing, Restaurant Marketing, Sports, Fitness, Skin & Hair Care, Real Estate, Automobile, Amazon Product Ads, Consumer Goods, Luxury, Manufacturing, Ecommerce, Pharma, Healthcare, B2B, SaaS, Tech

  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Drone Videography
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Videography
  • Video Color Correction
  • Video Editing
  • Social Media Video
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Video Advertising
  • Video Editing & Production
  • YouTube Channel Intro
  • YouTube
  • Video Production
MOHAMMED SHAFI B.

Chennai, India

$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs

MOHAMMED SHAFI BASHA Senior 3D Character & Creature Animator Cinematic Animation | Film & Series Background | Unreal Engine Knowledge 📍 Chennai, Tamilnadu, India PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Senior 3D Character & Creature Animator with 10+ years of experience working on animated series and feature films, specializing in cinematic, performance-driven animation. Strong foundation in acting, body mechanics, timing, spacing, and storytelling, with extensive experience animating human hero characters and creatures. While my professional background is in linear content (films & series), I have solid working knowledge of game pipelines and Unreal Engine, and I am actively applying my cinematic animation skills to AAA-style game cinematics. Highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable delivering polished shots from blocking to final. CURRENT POSITION Freelance Senior 3D Character & Creature Animator 2023 – Present Creating cinematic character and creature animation for animated series and film projects Delivering acting, dialogue, action, and emotional performances with strong realism Responsible for blocking, spline, polish, and final delivery of shots Using Maya as the primary animation tool Applying Unreal Engine (Sequencer) knowledge for cinematic workflows and real-time presentation PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Animation Lead / Senior 2021 - 2023 7Toonz Animation, Bahrain | 2 Years Supervised character animation quality across multiple episodes/projects Reviewed shots and provided performance, mechanics, and polish feedback Coordinated with directors and production teams to meet creative goals 3D Animator / Character & Creature Animator Vinformax, Symbiosys Technologies , Sparky entertainment , Happyclouds animation | 6+ Years Worked on animated TV series and feature films Animated realistic and stylized characters, including complex body mechanics Delivered emotion-driven performances, action sequences, and creature animation Collaborated closely with rigging and lighting teams SKILLS Cinematic Character Animation (Acting, Dialogue, Action) Exaggerated Realism & Performance Animation Strong Body Mechanics, Weight, Timing & Spacing Creature & Animal Animation Hero Character & Close-Up Performance Polish Shot Blocking → Final Polish Workflow TOOLS & SOFTWARE Autodesk Maya – Expert Unreal Engine – Working Knowledge (Sequencer, cinematic workflows) Basic Rigging Knowledge (Animator-friendly understanding) GAME-RELATED KNOWLEDGE Understanding of game cinematic pipelines Familiar with real-time constraints and animation optimization concepts Experience adapting film-quality animation principles to game cinematics Comfortable collaborating with technical and production teams AVAILABILITY Available for full-time contract roles Open to AAA cinematic projects EDUCATION & TRAINING Advanced Animation Training – Griffin Animation Studio Bachelors (B.C.A) - The New College AAIP - VFX - Arena Animation Academy Continuous self-training in Unreal Engine & game cinematics

  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Rigging
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Blender
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Unreal Engine
Vanitha B.

Chennai, India

$20/hr
4.5
135 jobs

Are you looking to create engaging and stunning eLearning courses? You’ve come to the right place!I am an experienced instructional designer specializing in Articulate Storyline and Rise with over 15 years in the eLearning industry. My expertise lies in developing interactive and compelling eLearning courses using the best authoring tools available . With a deep understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and their functionalities, I ensure that each course not only meets educational objectives but also captivates learners. Let’s transform your ideas into dynamic learning experiences that drive engagement and retention! EXPERTISE eLearning Development Articulate Storyline 360 Articulate Rise 360 Vyond Adobe Captivate AI Video Creation with Synthesia PowerPoint Design Canva Graphics 2D Animation AI Video Editing with Veed Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of SCORM 1.2/2004, AICC, and TINCAN standards. SERVICES OFFERED eLearning Development (Levels 1 to 3) Storyboarding Custom Content Development & Instructional Design SCORM Development Video Production Migration of Legacy Courses to HTML5 Learning Management System Implementation Interactive PDF Creation Translation and Localization Services As an accomplished learning and development professional with over 15 years of experience, I have successfully managed training and eLearning initiatives across various sectors, including Manufacturing, Automobile, Healthcare, Real Estate, and Retail. My focus is on delivering world-class eLearning solutions tailored to meet diverse organizational needs.I possess extensive experience in the eLearning industry, driven by goals and a passion for achieving excellence. I have a proven track record of providing innovative learning and technology-related products and services to organizations worldwide.Roles and Responsibilities: Instructional Designer: Conducting analysis and research, content writing, and developing visually appealing storyboards. Creating eLearning modules using Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, Adobe Captivate, iSpring, and Claro. Graphic Designer: Developing rich multimedia content using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma. Animator: Crafting corporate professional videos and engaging animations using Adobe After Effects, Premiere, and Vyond. AI Video Developer: Creating AI-driven videos using cutting-edge tools such as Synthesia, Veed, and Heygen. I excel at client management and relationship building, with a strong belief in client retention. My expertise extends to handling high-quality projects, business development, product development, leadership, and strategic management.

  • Lectora
  • Camtasia
  • Articulate Storyline
  • Articulate Rise
  • Adobe Captivate
  • Elearning Design
  • Video Editing
  • Learning Management System
  • Multimedia Instruction
  • Adobe Flash
  • Elearning
  • Audio Editing
  • Shareable Content Object Reference Model
  • HTML5
  • Elearning Video
Syed M.

Chennai, India

$20/hr
4.6
224 jobs

Hello, My name is Mazin and I have been creating E-commerce video ads for all social media platforms for the past 7+ years. I have acquired great experience and learning in Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Copy Writing for advertisements, Video and content creation. I have created videos for all kinds of products and worked with multiple clients. I can help develop the right strategy to make the ad go viral, be it dropshipping or your own brand. Please do take a look at the video where I am recommended by one of the top players in E-commenrce industry. Software I excel at: Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe After Effects Adobe Animate Adobe Character Animator Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator I also have access to stock footage website like Motionaray.com which helps me add a professional touch to the videos. Get in touch with me and get those sales rolling in :) Regards, Syed Mazin.

  • 2D Animation
  • VideoScribe
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Facebook
  • Video Advertising
  • Pay Per Click Advertising
  • Video Animation
  • Video Editing
  • Digital Marketing
  • Short Video Ad
Mervyn J.

Chennai, India

$28/hr
4.7
37 jobs

Running a podcast while managing everything else is already a full-time job. The last thing you need is an editor who's slow, inconsistent, or has to be chased every time you upload footage. I'm Mervyn. I've been doing video and audio production for over 15 years, and for the past five years I've focused entirely on podcast post-production. My job is simple: you send me your raw footage, I send back a complete, ready-to-publish episode - on time, every week, without you having to think about it. If your show has fallen behind, your clips aren't going out consistently, or you're just tired of babysitting someone who should already know what to do - that's exactly the situation I'm built for. WHAT YOU GET WITH EVERY PODCAST EPISODE Every episode comes with the full package. A clean, color-corrected, multi-cam video edit. Audio that sounds professional whether your guest recorded in a proper studio or on a laptop at home. Your branded intro, outro, and lower thirds applied from your existing templates. In addition, I can also provide vertical social clips ready for Instagram or YouTube Shorts. One thumbnail. Chapter markers, show notes, titles, and basic written assets. You review it. If anything needs adjusting, I fix it quickly. No lengthy back-and-forth. No waiting. WHY ME? TWO REASONS: 1. Systematic Approach Every episode follows the same production sequence from the moment I receive your footage to the moment I deliver. Sync, edit, audio cleanup, colour grade, graphics, clips, thumbnail, written assets, consistently, every time. Nothing gets skipped, nothing gets rushed, and nothing lands in your inbox unfinished. 2. Two-Step QC Before any episode reaches you, it goes through a second-person quality check. Someone else watches it with fresh eyes - checking for anything that might have been missed, whether that's a jump cut, an audio inconsistency, or a graphic that's slightly off. By the time it lands in your inbox, it's already been reviewed twice. You're not the QC. You're just the approver. WHAT I NEED FROM YOU: I handle Riverside, StreamYard, Zoom, and raw camera footage - whatever format your show runs on. I've worked on ongoing weekly podcasts, high-volume agency-managed shows, and business podcasts where brand consistency genuinely matters. I'm not a generalist editor who dips into podcasts between other projects. I am a video podcast editor, and this is all I do. I have systems and processes built specifically for this. ONE EPISODE (FREE) Before any ongoing work begins, I'll edit your first episode at no charge and with no obligation. If you like it and it feels like the right fit, we'll talk about a per-episode rate that makes sense. If it's not the right match - no problem. You keep the episode either way. And if at any point you're not happy with the work, I'll revise it until you are. No awkward conversations. No fine print. BEST SUITED FOR: 1. Agencies managing multiple shows that need a production partner they don't have to supervise. 2. Business owners and corporate teams publishing on a regular schedule where quality reflects on the brand. 3. Podcasters who've been at it for a while and know what good looks like. 4. New podcast that needs foundation podcast assets and creative direction. CONTACT ME If this sounds like what you've been looking for, I'd love to hear about your show. Just send me a quick message - tell me the name of your podcast and how often you publish. I'll take a look and let you know, honestly, whether I think we'd be a good fit. No pitch, no pressure. Just a straightforward conversation. =========== TOOLS I USE: I work primarily in Adobe Creative Cloud - Premiere Pro, After Effects with audio cleanup handled in Adobe Audition. Thumbnails and graphics are done in Photoshop. I use Riverside, StreamYard, ZenCastr everyday. I share files on Google Drive and Dropbox.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Podcast Editing
  • Video Editing
  • Podcast Production
  • Podcast
  • Podcast Content
  • Motion Design
  • Podcast Marketing
  • Audio Editing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Descript
  • Audio Production
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Video Production
Jaburdeen H.

Chennai, India

$15/hr
5.0
24 jobs

I create game-ready characters and MetaHuman assets in Unreal Engine 5 that are built for real-time performance, cinematics, and production pipelines — not just high-poly renders. If you’ve worked with characters that look good but fail inside Unreal (bad topology, broken materials, heavy meshes, poor animation setup), you already know the problem. I focus on delivering assets that are clean, optimized, and ready to use without rework. What I can do for you: • Game-ready character creation for Unreal Engine 5 • MetaHuman customization and clothing (Marvelous Designer workflow) • Real-time animation setup and cinematic sequences (Sequencer) • Clean topology, UVs, and efficient texturing • Unreal Engine integration (materials, LODs, lighting-ready assets) Tools I use: Unreal Engine 5, Blender, Marvelous Designer, Substance Painter I understand both the artistic and technical side of character production, so you don’t end up fixing avoidable issues later. If your project needs characters that look right and work properly inside Unreal, send me a message with your requirements.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • 3D Animation
  • Blender
  • Pixologic Zbrush
  • Substance Painter
  • Unreal Engine
  • Game Background & Environment
  • Game Trailer
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • Gaming NFT
  • Gaming Video
  • Game Asset
  • 3D Rendering
  • Graphic Design

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