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Dan L.

Malvern, Pennsylvania

$50/hr
5.0
67 jobs

I do photo-realistic Visual Effects and Color Grading. My portfolio spans more projects that can be featured here, so if you wish for examples of work a SPECIFIC kind of project, just ask. Most likely, I have done it. I have full 4k capabilities and work in multiple software programs. Fusion and After Effects are my Go-To VFX programs. I do most 3D work in Unreal Engine. I am also fluent in rest of the Adobe Suite, Davinci Resolve, Nuke and Unreal Engine. Feel free to email with questions.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Compositing
  • Visual Effects
  • Mocha Pro
  • Color Grading
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Animation
  • Blackmagic Fusion
  • DaVinci Resolve
Sai S.

Irvine, California

$28/hr
5.0
29 jobs

Nuke Compositing Artist with extensive experience in high-end commercials and film projects. With a deep understanding of advanced compositing techniques, photorealistic VFX integration, and color correction, I have worked on projects for top-tier brands and collaborated with industry leaders such as Nvidia, Harbor Picture Company and David Yurman. My expertise includes seamless CG integration, multi-pass compositing, and complex cleanup work, ensuring cinematic-quality final frames. I thrive in fast-paced production environments, solving creative and technical challenges efficiently to deliver outstanding results.

  • Animation
  • Compositing
  • Tracking Studies
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Elements
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Nuke
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Blender
  • Unreal Engine
  • Product Design
  • Commercial Design
Peter P.

Los Angeles, California

$85/hr
4.9
5 jobs

Experienced VFX Artist and New Media Specialist with over 15 years in the industry. Former Head of VFX at Pomp&Clout, proficient in Houdini, Blender, Cinema 4D, and After Effects. Skilled in green/blue screen compositing, 3D modeling, and AI-driven technologies including Stable Diffusion and ComfyUI.

  • Houdini
  • CGI
  • 3D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Compositing
  • Spark AR Studio
  • Lens Studio
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Blackmagic Fusion
  • Stable Diffusion
  • Visual Effects
  • 3D Motion Tracking
  • 3D Rigging
  • Motion Capture
Liam G.

Greenwood, {id=IN, name=Indiana (IN)}

$35/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I help brands, studios, and creators bring their ideas to life through high-quality visual effects and cinematic 3D animation. I specialize in creating realistic VFX, photorealistic product commercials, cinematic environments, and CGI sequences using Houdini, Unreal Engine, and Blender. Whether it's a complex destruction simulation, a polished product animation, or a cinematic scene from scratch, I focus on delivering visuals that are both technically accurate and visually compelling. My services include: • VFX simulations (explosions, destruction, smoke, fire, debris) • Unreal Engine cinematics • Product commercials and advertising animations • 3D environment creation • Lighting, rendering, and look development • CGI animation • Compositing and post-production

  • Houdini
  • Game Art
  • Animation
  • Visual Effects
  • Unreal Engine
  • Blender
  • 3D Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Compositing
  • CGI
  • Animated Environment
  • 3D Modeling
  • Cinematic Video
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Editing & Production
  • 3D Rendering
Denis Steven A.

Kissimmee, Florida

$50/hr
5.0
163 jobs

I am a VFX supervisor/ 3D generalist working at VFX facility DAHR GROUP. I am also a commercial director with 20 years of experience on the field. In combining those skills, i always look to find that delicate balance between digital work and field work, both require lots of creativity, but being on the field means you learn to make the best decision without hesitation, and learning how to make that best decision is what i now bring for my clients as freelancer. Programs used: 3dsmax -Vray Revit Sketchup Mudbox Zbrush Pftrack After effects Mocha Photoshop Premiere Audition Illustrator

  • 3D Rendering
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Visual Effects
  • Videography
  • Image Editing
  • Compositing
  • Architectural Rendering
  • 3D Scanning
Mark W.

Los Angeles, California

$35/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I'm a visual artist specializing in dynamic motion graphics and real-time visuals. From eye-catching animations to interactive installations, I bring ideas to life using industry-leading tools like TouchDesigner and Houdini. Whether you need stunning visuals for live events, broadcast, or digital experiences, I can create the perfect visual solution for your project.

  • Animation
  • AR & VR
  • Augmented Reality
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Clothing Design
  • 3D Game Art
  • Motion Graphics
  • Motion Design
  • P5.JS
  • Particle Physics

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