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Frederik E.

Sedgefield, South Africa

$60/hr
5.0
484 jobs

Hi and welcome to my Upwork page! I'm Frederik Eksteen and I'm an experienced motion graphics designer who is passionate about bringing ideas to life! I specialize in 2D and 3D animation, and motion graphics, having worked with renowned Youtubers such as Matthew Santoro, as well as working alongside companies such as Wilderbeast and Shared Culture Concepts, to name just a few. I'm fully proficient in After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Premiere Pro and Blender. I have a keen eye for design am focused on bringing you high quality animation that tells the story you want. But let my portfolio speak for me, check it out to see my wide range of work and the skills I have to offer.

  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Explainer Video
  • Kinetic Typography
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Character Animation
  • Illustration
  • Animation
Themba M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$30/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I’m a professional Video Editor, Camera Operator, and Director of Photography with 10+ years of experience creating high-quality content for television, film, brands, and digital platforms. I’ve worked on productions for Showmax, BET, Mzansi Magic, Channel O, ETV, and SABC, delivering visually compelling storytelling across documentaries, commercials, reality TV, branded content, and social media campaigns. What I Can Help You With: * Professional Video Editing * Cinematic Camera Operation * Color Grading * Motion Graphics & Graphic Design * YouTube & Social Media Content * TV & Commercial Post-Production * Live Streaming Setup * Brand Promotional Content * AI-Assisted Creative Workflows Tools I Use: * Adobe Premiere Pro * DaVinci Resolve * After Effects * Photoshop * Illustrator * Final Cut Pro * OBS Studio I focus on delivering clean edits, strong storytelling, fast turnaround times, and professional communication throughout every project. Whether you need engaging social media videos, polished commercial edits, documentary storytelling, or full production support, I’m ready to help bring your vision to life.

  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Cinematography
  • Video Editing
  • Graphic Design
  • Web Design
  • Camera Operation
  • Digital Photography & Cinematography
Adam K.

Greyton, South Africa

$10/hr
5.0
5 jobs

MOTION DESIGNER & VIDEO PRODUCTION GENERALIST Profile Throughout my 25 year career I've been fortunate enough to test my skills in almost every facet of TV and video production: My roles have ranged from conceptual work, through to motion design, animation, video editing and creative direction. Over the years I have worked in production houses and broadcasters in both London and Cape Town. In projects ranging from retail commercials to feature documentaries, I've gained unique experience, firmly backed by practical storytelling and sales skills which have been internationally acknowledged by awards.

  • Motion Design
  • Animation
  • Branding
  • Illustration
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Video Editing
  • 3D Animation

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