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Alexandr B.

Petropavl, Kazakhstan

$40/hr
4.9
207 jobs

I create cinematic, high-end videos that don’t look like generic AI content — combining real 3D production experience with modern AI workflows. With 10+ years in CGI and post-production, I don’t just generate visuals — I build complete, production-ready videos that work for real business needs: ads, promos, launches, and brand content. Today, most AI content looks fast… but also cheap. My approach is different: I use AI as a tool — not a shortcut — combining it with Cinema 4D, motion design, compositing, and sound design to deliver visuals that feel intentional, cinematic, and “expensive.” 🟢 WHAT I DELIVER • Cinematic AI + CGI videos • Product promos & launch videos • High-end social / ad content • Motion design & visual storytelling • Full pipeline production (from concept to final render + sound) 🟢 WHY CLIENTS WORK WITH ME ✔ Fast turnaround — near-final first cuts in 24–48 hours ✔ Full pipeline execution — no need to hire multiple specialists ✔ Strong visual taste — not just technical output, but polished results ✔ Minimal revisions — I aim to get close on the first version ✔ Clear communication & reliability — 100% Job Success, Top Rated Plus 🟢 MY APPROACH I don’t just “create visuals” — I solve visual problems. Whether it’s: making AI output usable in production building a cinematic story around a product or delivering under tight deadlines My focus is always the same: make it look right, feel right, and be ready to use immediately 🟢 TECH STACK Cinema 4D After Effects / Premiere AI tools (Runway, Kling, etc.) Compositing & post-production Sound design If you’re looking for someone who can combine speed, taste, and technical execution — let’s talk.

  • CGI
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • 3D Animation
  • Animation
  • 3D Modeling
  • Video Editing
  • Motion Graphics
  • 2D Animation
  • Visual Effects
  • AI Video Generation
  • AI Video Generator
  • AI Content Creation
  • Isometric Style
  • Redshift3D
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Sound Design
  • Video Animation
  • Compositing
  • UGC
Kacper C.

Krakow, Poland

$35/hr
5.0
46 jobs

I've been working in the broad field of computer-generated visuals since 2013. My current focus is on 3D graphics and motion design, but I professionally work also on 3d simulations, visual effects, compositing, motion graphics, video editing and AI enhancement/generation. I'm interested in technical development as much as in the creative part of visual storytelling. I've worked with brands and individuals, start-ups, small studios and big companies, like Lenovo, Intel or Disney. My work finds use in many areas, including internet ads, product explainer videos, e-commerce content, VR interactive content, TV commercials, music videos, cinematic films. I stay up to date with the most relevant tools and technologies to understand the most efficient and quality-oriented workflows for your needs. I also like to follow trends in visual media - movies, marketing, socials, games - wherever visual language has the real power to influence people. I can handle whole production pipeline from concept to files optimization by myself. For more complex or urgent projects, I can assemble and supervise a small team of trusted specialists. Either way, I can work independently and take full responsibility for my tasks, so that you can focus on yours. Whether you're just considering your options or know exactly what you need, let's talk and figure out how I can assist you today. Portfolio: behance.net/kacpercias Well-known tools: 3D - Maya, Blender, Houdini, Unreal Engine. Compositing / motion graphics - After Effects, Nuke. Video editing - DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere. AI - Kling, Runway, ComfyUI, Topaz. Best regards, Kacper

  • CGI
  • 3D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Visual Effects
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Rendering
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Creative Direction
  • Keying
  • Video Editing
  • Video Commercial
  • Motion Design
  • Compositing
  • Green Screen
Piyush T.

Gurgaon, India

$24/hr
5.0
43 jobs

3D Animation & CGI Artist | Brand Visuals, Product Films & Mixed Reality | 10+ Yrs Experience Need visuals that don’t just look good, but actually sell your product? I’m Piyush, a self-taught 3D & CGI artist with 10+ years of experience creating high-end visual content for brands that want to stand out, capture attention, and convert. 🎯 What I Do Best: ✅ 3D Product Animation ✅ Mixed Reality & CGI Visuals for Branding ✅ 3D Modeling for Products, Packaging & Interiors ✅ Cinematic Logo Animation & Brand Identity Motion ✅ Explainer Videos, VFX Reels, and Commercial Edits ✅ Photorealistic Architectural Visualization ✅ Stream Packs, NFTs & Custom Visual IPs ✅ Color Grading & Finishing for Web, Ads & OTT 🛠️ Tools I Use : 🎨 Blender, 3ds Max, Maya, Octane, Unreal Engine 🎞 After Effects, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve 🖼 Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp 🚀 Recent High-Impact Projects - Mixed Reality Jewelry Launch for a premium retail opening in San Francisco - Crypto Platform Website Animations (UI + motion systems) - Salon Interior Design Visualization (concept → photoreal render) 💼 Brands I’ve Brought Visuals to Life For: OnePlus India Bournvita BGMI (Krafton), Tencent Meta Keventers, MTR Foods Apsara, Nataraj Essar Oil & Gas 📈 Results That Matter: ⭐ 2.5M+ organic views from a cinematic 3D launch video ⭐ 70% increase in user engagement with mixed reality brand visuals ⭐ 60% faster turnaround with studio-level post-production workflows ⭐ 100+ product visuals delivered across DTC, tech & FMCG brands 💡 Why Clients Choose Me: - Brand-Focused Thinking - Reliable & Fast Communication - Consistent Premium Quality - Hands on from creative direction to final export Whether it’s a scroll-stopping product ad, a cinematic brand film, or a next-gen mixed reality experience, I’ll help you turn your idea into a visual that performs. Have any questions ? Want to discuss your projects ? Feel free to contact me. 📩 Send a message or click “Invite to Job” 3D Animation Expert, CGI Artist, Product Animation Specialist, Mixed Reality Artist, Unreal Engine Artist, Blender Product Rendering, Luxury Product CGI, Jewelry CGI, Crypto Animation, Web3 Visuals, Motion Designer, VFX Artist, Cinematic Product Videos, High-End CGI Ads, Architectural Visualization, Interior Visualization, Brand Film Production

  • CGI
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Product Animation
  • Blender
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Consultation Session
  • 3D Modeling
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Website Redesign
  • Video Editing
  • 3D Rendering
  • Product Design
  • 3D Texturing & Lighting
Polina Z.

Kyiv, Ukraine

$27/hr
5.0
30 jobs

Hi, I offer high-quality, photorealistic 3D rendering services that help bring architectural and product concepts to life. I can help you present your project with high-end, photorealistic and architecturally accurate 3D renderings — whether it’s exterior, interior, or product visualization. Using your drawings, floor plans, CAD models, sketches, or reference images, I create compelling, marketing-ready visuals that clearly communicate your design intent and elevate the overall presentation of your project. My focus is on delivering images that not only look realistic, but also help you showcase your ideas in the most professional and impactful way. MY SERVICES INCLUDE: • photorealistic exterior 3D rendering (Full CGI); • realistic interior 3D rendering; • concept renderings; • 3D modeling and Product rendering; • 3D Animation; PERFECT FOR: • architects and designers; • construction companies; • developers and real estate agents; • private homeowners planning renovations or additions; • companies launching new products that require high-quality product renders. YOU WILL GET: • high-quality and high-resolution renders; • tasks completed on time; • the opportunity for adjustments to achieve the desired outcome; • constant communication with me and regular updates on the project's status. MY WORK APPROACH: • I take full responsibility for every render I deliver to the client; • I have my own individual approach for each client; • I love to create beautiful real estate renderings with a correct composition, color scheme and lighting, as well as a well-planned landscape, elegant furniture, and a cozy atmosphere; • I work closely with the client to ensure the design is accurately represented and the desired mood is fully captured in the image; • my client can expect to receive a high-end 3D renderings of their architectural design, new construction building or house remodel and renovation, which they can use for advertising and other marketing purposes, share on social media and show the client a design project 3D rendering; • one of my passions is product 3D rendering for e-commerce, Amazon listings, furniture, product launches, manufacturing, catalogues, and brochures. I focus on creating high-quality, photorealistic visuals that enhance product presentation and attract customers; • I give careful consideration to the client's comments and edits. Ensuring the client receives the image of their residential or commercial development they envision and are happy with is important to me. I use 3ds Max with Corona Renderer, Photoshop and AI for post producing. I have extensive 7 years experience creating architectural renderings for different states of the USA as well as for Europe and Australia. I’m looking forward to working together! KEWORDS: Photorealistic exterior renders, Interior design, Exterior renovation, Interior renderings, 3D interior visualization, Photorealistic interior renders, Furniture modeling, Product rendering, Real estate rendering, Property marketing visuals, Office design, Commercial office renovation, 3D modeling, 3D Animation, 3D Walkthrough, Flythrough, Fly-Through, 3DS Max expert, Floor plans, Elevations, Exterior 3D renderings, Building facade visualization, House renovation, Renovation documentation, High-end rendering, Commercial space modeling, Realistic architectural rendering, Marketing visuals, Architectural Rendering, 3D Architectural Rendering, Exterior Rendering, Interior Rendering, Photorealistic Rendering, High-Quality Rendering, Realistic Renders, 3D Visualization, Architectural Visualization, Interior Visualization, Exterior Visualization, 3D Modeling, 3D Design, 360 Virtual Tours, 3D Walkthrough Animation, 3D Artist, Render Artist, Product Rendering, Product Launch, Furniture Rendering, 3ds Max, Corona Renderer, CAD, Architecture & Interior Design, Residential Design, Commercial Design, Building Visualization, CGI, Architectural Design.

  • CGI
  • 3D Rendering
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • Exterior Rendering
  • Architectural Rendering
  • Visualization
  • Photorealistic Rendering
  • High-Quality Rendering
  • CAD
  • Real Estate
  • 3D Architectural Visualization
  • 3D Product Rendering
  • 3D Animation
  • Residential Design
  • Product Launch
  • 3D Architectural Rendering
  • 3D Texturing
  • 3D Texturing & Lighting
Mehmet T.

Istanbul, Turkey

$80/hr
5.0
596 jobs

High-End Post-Production for Brands That Take Their Visuals Seriously I'm a senior post-production artist with 26 years of experience working with global brands, ad agencies, and ambitious startups. Based in Istanbul, I run a boutique studio of three specialists: a post-production lead, a graphic designer, and a 3D artist. When a project needs it, we bring in additional talent, but the commitment to quality stays the same. We're not generalists. Our focus is sharp: beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), supplements, beauty, personal care, and CPG. If your product needs to look flawless on the shelf, in an ad, or in a campaign, that's exactly what we do. What We Deliver: Retouching and Compositing: High-end, brand-aligned image work with clean execution and no corners cut. Packaging and Label Design: From concept through to shelf-ready hero shots. 3D Modeling and Rendering: Photorealistic product renders for packaging, lifestyle, and e-commerce — built in 3ds Max. AI-Enhanced Imagery: We integrate tools like Flux, NanoBanana, Kling, and Midjourney into production workflows (Weavy), always guided by decades of traditional craft, not in place of it. Whom We Work With: Ad agencies that can't afford mistakes. Startups launching products that need to punch above their weight. Photographers and creatives who need a reliable post-production partner. Brands that know what premium looks like. Trusted By: Pepsi · Unilever · Diageo · Google · Ford · Sony · McDonald's · Hilton · Adobe · Gucci — and many more across FMCG, automotive, and tech. How We Work: Fixed-rate pricing, no surprises. Two revision rounds are included as standard. Responsive from day one, you'll always know where things stand. Source files (3D, PSD) are not included by default; let's discuss deliverables before we kick off. A Few Things We Don't Do: Wedding, maternity, or real estate photography. Spec or free test work, no exceptions, per Upwork policy.

  • CGI
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Rendering
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • 3D Vehicle Modeling
  • Presentation Design
  • Manipulation & Compositing
  • Photo Retouching
  • Notion
  • Image Editing
  • Image Processing
  • Photo Color Correction
  • Compositing
  • Photo Editing
Fawad L.

Peshawar, Pakistan

$15/hr
5.0
39 jobs

Your product deserves to stop the scroll. I create high-end 3D product animations and CGI renders that help brands stand out, drive engagement, and increase sales — not just look good. Specialized in photorealistic product Modeling and visualization for e-commerce brands, supplement & cosmetic companies, beverage brands, and tech product launches. Whether you need a cinematic hero 3d product animation, a 360° product video for Amazon, or CGI imagery that replaces expensive photo shoots — I deliver results that make clients come back again and again. What I bring to every project: ✔ Photorealistic renders that are indistinguishable from real photography ✔ Clean, professional animation with attention to every detail ✔ Fast turnaround without sacrificing quality ✔ Clear communication and smooth collaboration from brief to delivery Tools: Blender, After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and professional rendering workflows. If you're ready to make your product the one people can't scroll past — let's talk.

  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Design
  • Visual Effects
  • Unreal Engine
  • 3D Modeling
  • Blender
  • Video Editing
  • Videography
  • Animated Explainer
  • 3D Product Animation
  • 3D Product Rendering
  • 3D Lighting
  • 3D Landscape Rendering
  • 3D Texturing & Lighting
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Video Color Correction

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How to Hire Top CGI Specialists

How to hire CGI specialists

From creating visual effects for recorded video to character designs for animated films, a CGI (computer-generated imagery) specialist can help with all your visual needs.

So how do you hire CGI specialists? What follows are some tips for finding top CGI specialists on Upwork. 

How to shortlist CGI professionals

As you’re browsing available CGI consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the contractors you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Art direction. You want a CGI specialist whose art style matches your brand or your vision for the type of art or film you wish to create. 
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., creating character models in Cinema 4D).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular CGI specialist.

How to write an effective CGI job post

With a clear picture of your ideal CGI specialist in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project. 

An effective CGI job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From static CGI art to animations, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries and/or software, mention this here.
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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CGI SPECIALISTS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is CGI? 

CGI refers to the use of computer hardware and software to create images used in animations and visual effects. The term is most commonly used in the context of film, television, and video games.

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in CGI consultants:

  • 3D design, rendering, and modeling
  • Graphic design tools such as Adobe Illustrator
  • Video editing software such as Adobe Premiere
  • CGI software such as Maya and Blender

Why hire CGI specialists?

The trick to finding top CGI specialists is to identify your needs. Are you looking for someone experienced with Adobe After Effects to add titles, 2D animations, and special effects to your video ad? Or is your goal to create a CGI film, requiring extensive experience rigging and animating character models with Blender? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire a CGI specialist?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced CGI specialist may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their CGI services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.