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Baboo M.

Faro, Portugal

$50/hr
5.0
13 jobs

Recognized as an Expert-Vetted professional on Upwork, I bring nearly two decades of experience in 2D/3D Animation, Motion Graphics, and CGI. As the founder and creative leader of Hilda Motion, I’ve collaborated with global brands like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Meta, consistently delivering high-quality, innovative projects that captivate audiences. Why Work With Me? 🎨 Creative Excellence My team and I specialize in crafting bespoke animations that align with your vision and elevate your storytelling. From dynamic motion graphics to intricate 3D sequences, every project is tailored to your goals using cutting-edge technology and traditional techniques. 🏆 Proven Track Record Directed opening and closing sequences for “The Boy and the World”, Brazil’s first Oscar-nominated animated film. Led projects showcased at international festivals, including Sundance and Festival Mix. Delivered high-profile projects for global giants like Netflix, Disney+, and HBO, consistently exceeding client expectations. 🛠️ Advanced Technological Expertise Beyond animation, I integrate XR (Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality) and AI technologies into projects, creating immersive, forward-thinking solutions that redefine storytelling. Client Testimonials ⭐ “Baboo and her team brought unmatched creativity and professionalism to our project. The result was beyond our expectations.” ⭐ “Their animations transformed our narrative and made our storytelling truly unforgettable.” ⭐ “Baboo’s technical and creative expertise is simply unparalleled in the animation industry.” (More testimonials available upon request.) Expertise & Tools ✔️ Adobe Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) ✔️ Autodesk Maya & Cinema 4D ✔️ Toon Boom & Unreal Engine ✔️ Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and AI ✔️ And other industry-standard tools Ready to Bring Your Vision to Life? With my Expert-Vetted status and a history of proven success, I’m here to deliver animations that captivate, engage, and leave a lasting impact. Let’s collaborate to create something extraordinary – satisfaction guaranteed!

  • Animation
  • Storyboarding
  • Traditional Animation
  • 2D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Logo Animation
  • 3D Illustration
  • 3D Modeling
  • Motion Design
  • 3D Animation
  • CGI
  • Video Editing & Production
  • AR & VR
  • AI-Generated Art
  • 3D Motion Tracking
Tiago C.

Porto, Portugal

$30/hr
5.0
77 jobs

I am a professional 2D Animator and Motion Designer with 8+ years of industry experience. I have worked in multiple animation & video companies before starting my freelance journey. I have been working as a freelancer on Upwork for the last 4 years and have constantly maintained a Top-Rated ranking. My services/experience include: ➡️ 2D Character Rigging ➡️ 2D Character Animation ➡️ 2D Object/Background Animation ➡️ Lip-syncing ➡️ Whiteboard Animation ➡️ Logo Animation ➡️ Motion Design ➡️ Video Editing ➡️ Chroma Keying ➡️ Rotoscoping ➡️ Sound Design I invite you to check the feedback given by clients on my profile. You will see that all my clients were 100% satisfied with the end result. 💬 'Everything I could have asked for. Fast, responsive, good quality work. Exactly what I was looking for. Highly recommended.' (Ben Mattes) 💬 'Tiago is very skilled and was able to deliver a high quality animation with a very quick turnaround. His patience, flexibility, and understanding of animation principals made the project very easy.' (Ryan Consbruck) 💬 'Working with Tiago is a pleasure! He listens carefully, understands all briefings right away and is a very skilled animator - who also works very quickly! We worked on two projects with very tight timing and he was very reliable and accessible all the time. Thank you Tiago, see you on my next project!' (Ruth Pospisil) 💬 'Tiago is our NR 1 animator to go to.' (Tielman Dewaele) You can check most of my works in the portfolio section at the end of this page. Just click on the Behance project and follow the link.

  • Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • 2D Animation
  • Video Editing
  • Explainer Video
  • Video Production
  • Logo Animation
  • Motion Design
  • Computer Animation
  • Whiteboard Animation
  • Kinetic Typography
  • Character Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Cutout Animation
Diogo P.

Porto, Portugal

$35/hr
5.0
10 jobs

👋 I am your new data driven video editor and motion designer, always trying to find the best possible solution to your project. 🌟 Only 5 stars reviews!!! 🌟 👉 I have 15+ years of experience in almost all areas of video production. 👉 For about 3.5 years I worked on a multi-million dollar iGaming company's creative team, producing all the new players acquisition videos. We worked side-by-side with the Google Marketing Department, so that we could produce the best data driven video content. That gave me a lot of insight into what works best for increasing the click rate on paid and organic campaigns. 👉 I bring great value to any company that hires my services by providing a unique and also the best possible solution for your project. 👉 I work well under pressure and always try to give something more to every project. 🔔 In order to make all of the production feel like a breeze, I work under a specific process: 1. Discussion of the project. 2. Research. 3. Design concept/creation of a rough version (whichever option serves best the project). 4. Revisions. 5. Delivery of the final version. ✅ I worked with dozens of companies in these kind of projects: - General Motion Graphics Videos - Explainer Videos - Logo Animations - Television Ads - Internet Ads - App Micro Animations, Splash Screens, Loading Animations, etc. - Corporate Videos - Music Videos - Event After-Movies - Short Films - Video Templates - Etc. 🎨 Tools I use: - Adobe After Effects - Adobe Premiere Pro - Adobe Illustrator - Adobe Photoshop - DaVinci Resolve - FCP X 🔔 Remember to check my Portfolio and see for yourself why I'm trusted by so many companies with their projects. 📞 Feel free to contact me, so we can discuss your project together.

  • Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • 2D Animation
  • Animated Explainer
  • Motion Graphics
  • Explainer Video
  • Video Animation
  • Video Production
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Logo Animation
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Video Editing
Hermina S.

Braga, Portugal

$40/hr
5.0
51 jobs

Hello! 👋 I’m Hermina, senior designer with over 8 years of professional experience in video editing, motion graphic design and 2D animation, I specialise in bringing stories to life through captivating visuals. ✨Why work with me? 🚀 Creative excellence ✨Unique vision 🚀Expert craftsmanship. ✨Innovative solutions 🚀Personalised Service Designed for you! Customising animations to fit your specific needs is my expertise. I meticulously craft each project, tailoring every detail to align perfectly with your vision. Together, we bring your ideas to life through personalised animations that captivate and compel your viewers. Tool proficiency: With mastery over industry-standard tools such as After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, RIVE, and Moho Pro Studio, I ensure your project not only meets but exceeds expectations. From engaging explainer videos to interactive animations, whether vector-based or hand-drawn, your brand is in expert hands. SERVICES OFFERED: 🔸 Motion Graphics 🔸 2D and 2.5D animation 🔸 Character Animation 🔸 Hand drawn animation 🔸 Compositing 🔸Video Editing 🔸Localisation PRODUCTS: ✅ Explainer videos ✅ Video ads and commercials ✅ Social media videos ✅ Teasers and Trailers ✅ Intros ✅ Logo animations ✅ Visual essays ✅ Animate illustrations or children’s books ✅ Infomercials ✅ Interactive web animation DEMONSTRATED SUCCESS: Throughout my creative journey, I've collaborated with a diverse range of companies and agencies, spanning industries such as finance, IT, commerce, tourism, fashion, education, agriculture, food production, and gaming for children. Whether partnering with large corporations or small businesses, my portfolio showcases a track record of delivering impactful animations tailored to each client's unique needs. Thank you for choosing to work with me! ✨

  • Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Storyboarding
  • 2D Animation
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Motion Graphics
  • Stop-Motion Animation
  • Animated GIF
  • Character Design
  • Logo Animation
  • Digital Illustration
  • Character Animation
  • Explainer Video
  • Motion Design
Pedro M.

Lisbon, Portugal

$44/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Hi, I’m Pedro — an Animation & Illustration Artist with 10+ years of experience helping brands tell compelling visual stories. I specialize in creating engaging animations and distinctive illustrations that elevate brands, explain ideas clearly, and capture attention. I hold a BA in Multimedia Art from the Faculty of Fine Arts of Lisbon and a BA in Animation from Solent University (UK), combining strong artistic foundations with technical expertise. Over the past decade, I’ve collaborated with: • Creative & advertising studios • Book publishers (mostly children's books) • Marketing & branding agencies • Football clubs • NGOs Whether you need explainer animations, editorial illustrations, branded content, or character design, I deliver high-quality visuals with clear communication and reliable turnaround. Let’s bring your ideas to life!

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Procreate
Vaclav B.

Sao Felix da Marinha, Portugal

$35/hr
5.0
55 jobs

I've finished university with master degree in the field of art (specialized in animation and illustration) After that I started to work as a freelancer. I've been working for Stockholme based game studio JCB, for wich I've been providing graphics and animations for various kids apps. I'm also providing graphics for Los Angeles based studio BEB wich is making Flash cards for kids in USA. I'm also running my own production of papercut pictures wich I sell all over the world.

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Flash

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