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Nikita M.

Lombard, Illinois

$30/hr
4.7
39 jobs

Hi! My name is Nikita. I’m a Visual Effects and CGI artist specializing in compositing, animation, rotoscoping, camera tracking, green-screen removal, and CGI integration. I work with Nuke, Blender, Mocha Pro, SynthEyes, and Silhouette, building complete VFX pipelines from raw footage to final polished frames. Whether it’s integrating CGI elements into live-action, creating cinematic logo animations, performing clean object removals, or delivering seamless chroma keying — I make sure every shot looks clean, realistic, and professionally finished. I focus on precision, detail, and smooth visual integration. I’m actively growing my portfolio and ready to take on projects involving VFX cleanup, CGI animation, matchmoving, compositing, and high-quality roto. My Skills: CGI Integration & Animation VFX Compositing (Nuke / DaVinci / AE) Rotoscoping & Matte Creation Green Screen / Chroma Keying Camera Tracking (2D & 3D) Object Removal & Cleanup Particle FX & Logo Animation (Blender / Nuke)

  • Visual Effects
  • Compositing
  • Rotoscoping
  • Green Screen
  • Chroma Keying
  • Video Tracking
  • Match Moving
  • Video Cleanup
  • Nuke
  • Adobe After Effects
  • SynthEyes
  • Mocha Pro
  • Silhouette
  • Video Editing
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

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

Lynnwood, Washington

$75/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I'm an industry artist experienced in Illustration, Character Animation, and storytelling. My goal is to insure we are aligned on vision and I help you reach your project goals! I am enthusiastic and respond well to feedback. I do not use AI.

  • Animation
  • Illustration
  • Voice Acting
  • Storytelling
  • Story Editing
  • Storyboarding
  • Drawing
Alicia W.

Greenville, North Carolina

$5/hr
5.0
3 jobs

AI VIDEO GENERATION that capture attention, increase engagement, and drive results. I help brands, startups, SaaS companies, eCommerce businesses, agencies, educators, YouTube creators, and content marketers turn ideas into high-converting AI video content. I specialize in AI Video Generation, AI Video Creation, AI UGC Ads, Explainer Videos, Product Videos, Video Commercials, Short Video Ads, Social Media Videos, Promotional Videos, Spokesperson Videos, Cinematic AI Videos, Marketing Videos, and AI-Generated Video Production for businesses looking to scale content quickly. Whether you're launching a new product, promoting a SaaS platform, creating Meta or TikTok ads, building YouTube content, or producing engaging AI animations, I deliver professional videos designed for conversions and audience engagement. Services I provide • AI Video Generation • AI Video Editing & Production • AI UGC Video Ads • Product Demo Videos • SaaS Explainer Videos • Software Walkthrough Videos • AI Commercials • Video Commercials • Promotional Videos • Short Form Video Ads • TikTok Videos • Instagram Reels • YouTube Shorts • YouTube Videos • AI Avatar Videos • Talking Head Videos • Spokesperson Videos • Cinematic AI Videos • Product Videos • AI Image Generation • AI Image Editing • Motion Graphics • Video Animation • 2D Animation • 3D Animation • Storyboarding • Prompt Engineering • AI Content Creation Every project is carefully planned with strong storytelling, smooth pacing, engaging visuals, cinematic editing, subtitles, sound design, background music, and platform-specific optimization to maximize viewer retention. AI Tools I use • Veo 3 • Seedance 2.0 • Kling AI • Higgsfield • Runway • Sora • HeyGen • Midjourney AI • ElevenLabs • ChatGPT Professional Software • Adobe Premiere Pro • Adobe After Effects • Adobe Photoshop • CapCut I create content for: ✔ SaaS Companies ✔ eCommerce Brands ✔ DTC Brands ✔ Marketing Agencies ✔ YouTube Channels ✔ Coaches & Course Creators ✔ Personal Brands ✔ Startups ✔ Product Launches ✔ Social Media Campaigns My expertise includes: • AI Video Generator workflows • AI Image Generation • AI Content Creation • Generative AI • Motion Graphics • Video Advertising • Video Post-Editing • Video Production • Graphic Design • Product Videos • Promotional Videos • Explainer Videos • AI UGC Ads • Video Commercials • AI Marketing Videos • Cinematic Storytelling • Social Media Video Production I focus on creating videos that are visually impressive while also delivering measurable business results. Every project is optimized for platforms including TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, YouTube, LinkedIn, landing pages, paid advertising campaigns, and websites. If you're looking for an AI Video Creator who combines creativity, marketing strategy, cinematic storytelling, and the latest AI technology to produce engaging, high-performing videos, I'd be excited to help bring your vision to life. -------------- AI Video Generation, AI Video Creator, AI Video Generator, AI Content Creation, AI Content Editing, AI Image Generation, AI Image Generator, AI Image Editing, AI-Generated Video, AI-Generated Image, AI-Generated Art, AI-Generated Audio, AI Text-to-Image, AI Audio Generation, Generative AI, Generative AI Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering, Midjourney AI, Midjourney Prompt, Runway, Runway Gen-2, Sora, Kling AI, Veo 3, Seedance 2.0, Higgsfield, HeyGen, Synthesia, Gemini, Gemini Nano, Grok-1, ElevenLabs, Topaz Photo AI, Nano Banana, Avatar Creation, AI Avatar Videos, Talking Head Videos, UGC, AI UGC Ads, Video Editing, Video Editing & Production, Video Post-Editing, Video Production, Video Animation, Motion Graphics, Motion Design, Video Advertising, Video Commercial, Video Ad, Video Ad Campaign, Marketing Video, Promotional Video, Product Video, Product Ad Campaign, Explainer Video, Spokesperson Video, Social Media Video, Short Video Ad, Short Video, YouTube Video, YouTube Shorts, YouTube Automation, TikTok Video, Instagram Reels, Cinematic Video, Music Video, Film Editing, Film Production, Film & Video, Videography, Cinematography, Storytelling, Storyboarding, Scriptwriting, Promotional Video Script, Character Design, Cartoon Animation, 2D Animation, 3D Animation, Animation for Kids, Illustration, Graphic Design, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CapCut, Canva, Motion Graphics Design, Video Color Correction, Video Conversion, Photorealistic Rendering, Visual Art, Photography, Product Photography, Fashion Photography, Product Imagery, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Social Media Advertising, Marketing Advertising, Ecommerce, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Virtual Assistance, Course Creation, Instructional Design, Kajabi, Thinkific, Teachable, Podia, Elearning LMS Consulting, Detail Oriented, Solution Oriented ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; AI VIDEO GENERATION

  • AI Video Generation
  • AI Video Generator
  • AI-Generated Video
  • AI Content Creation
  • Video Editing
  • Video Production
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Explainer Video
  • Video Advertising
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Short Video Ad
  • UGC
  • Social Media Video
  • AI Image Generation
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Midjourney AI
Daniyal J.

Franklin Square, New York

$20/hr
5.0
14 jobs

🚀 Why Founders, Agencies, and Business Owners Work With Me 🏆 2D & 3D Animator with 5+ Years of Experience 🏆 Explainer Videos, Motion Graphics, and Character Animation Specialist 🏆 High-Impact Videos Designed to Engage, Explain, and Convert 🏆 Complete Production Support from Storyboard to Final Delivery 🏆 Clear Communication, Reliable Delivery, and Professional Collaboration Struggling to turn your idea, product, or service into a video that actually captures attention and delivers results? I help startups, agencies, brands, and business owners create professional 2D and 3D animations that explain ideas clearly, strengthen brand messaging, and keep viewers engaged. Whether you need a conversion-focused explainer video, SaaS product demo, character animation, motion graphics, or 3D product animation, I can manage the complete process from concept to final delivery. 🎬 What I Can Help You With ✔ 2D Explainer Videos Clean, engaging, and easy-to-understand animations that simplify complex ideas and communicate your message clearly. ✔ 3D Explainer and Product Videos High-quality 3D visuals for products, services, technical concepts, and marketing campaigns. ✔ SaaS and Product Demo Videos Professional videos that showcase your platform, features, workflows, and benefits in a simple and visually appealing way. ✔ 2D and 3D Character Animation Smooth, expressive, and storytelling-focused character animation designed to connect with your audience. ✔ Motion Graphics Modern motion graphics for websites, presentations, advertisements, product launches, and social media campaigns. ✔ Animated Ads and Social Media Videos Short-form videos designed to stop the scroll, capture attention, and improve engagement. ✔ Storyboarding and Animatics Detailed visual planning for scenes, transitions, camera movement, timing, and overall direction before full production begins. ✔ Rigging, Compositing, and VFX Professional character rigging, visual effects, lighting, rendering, compositing, and final polish. 🚀 My Production Process I follow a clear and organized workflow to keep every project efficient, transparent, and easy to manage: • Creative brief and project planning • Script review and visual direction • Storyboard and style frames • Animatic and timing approval • Animation and motion design • Voice-over, music, and sound effects • Revisions and final delivery This process helps avoid unnecessary revisions and ensures that the final animation matches your brand, message, and business goals. 💡 Types of Projects I Can Handle • 2D and 3D Explainer Videos • SaaS Product Videos • Product Demo Videos • Character Animation • Corporate Animation • Educational and Training Videos • Social Media Ads • YouTube Animation • Product Animation • App and Software Explainers • Promotional Videos • Storyboards and Animatics • Logo and Typography Animation • UI and Website Animation 🏆 Why Clients Choose Me ✔ Business-focused animation solutions ✔ Strong understanding of storytelling and visual communication ✔ Complete ownership from planning to final delivery ✔ Clear communication and regular progress updates ✔ Reliable delivery and organized workflow ✔ Attention to detail in every scene ✔ Flexible support for agencies, startups, and growing businesses ✔ Long-term collaboration mindset About Me I’m a 2D and 3D animator specializing in explainer videos, product animations, motion graphics, and character animation. I help businesses turn scripts, ideas, and complex concepts into visually powerful videos that are easy to understand and enjoyable to watch. My focus is not only on making the animation look good. I make sure every scene supports the message, keeps the viewer engaged, and helps the video achieve its purpose. 💬 Let’s Bring Your Idea to Life Have a script, storyboard, product, or even just a rough concept? Send me your project details, preferred style, video duration, and references. I’ll help you turn your idea into a professional animation that is clear, engaging, and built to deliver results. Keywords: 2D Animator, 3D Animator, 2D Animation, 3D Animation, Explainer Video, Animated Explainer Video, SaaS Explainer Video, Product Demo Video, Product Animation, Character Animation, 2D Character Animation, 3D Character Animation, Motion Graphics, Motion Designer, Corporate Animation, Promotional Video, Social Media Animation, Animated Ads, YouTube Animation, Educational Animation, Training Video, Storyboarding, Animatic, Character Rigging, 3D Rigging, Compositing, Visual Effects, VFX, Logo Animation, Typography Animation, UI Animation, App Explainer Video, Software Demo Video, Startup Video, Marketing Video, After Effects, Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, Unreal Engine, Rendering, Lighting, Animation Production, and Video Editing.

  • Motion Graphics
  • 2D Animation
  • Explainer Video
  • Video Editing
  • Animated GIF
  • Video Animation
  • Animated Explainer
  • Animation for Kids
  • Character Animation
  • Whiteboard Animation
  • Video Production
  • Animation
  • Illustration
  • 2D Illustration
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Model
  • 3D Lighting
  • 3D Texturing & Lighting
  • Live Action Explainer
Floyd L.

Bel Air, Maryland

$40/hr
4.9
326 jobs

Hey, I'm a guy who makes cartoons! I can also handle a lot of the production work (boarding, VFX, etc). I start from the ground-up, bringing your ideas to life using industry-standard Animation software like Toonboom and the Adobe Creative Suite, allowing my work to fit into your team's pipeline. I have over 10 years of experience, have worked amongst industry professionals from Jim Henson Co and Disney, created 2D-animated overlays for music videos, and trailers from everything from comics to games. I also make animation-ready avatars for use in applications such as streaming and Vtubing. (Using software like Adobe Character Animator, Rive, and Live2D). I'm current producing an animated pilot, so my experience extends to show running and talent acquisition in the animation sector. I have a BA in Visual Arts from UMBC. (And yes, I can animate stickmen).

  • Cartoon Art
  • Animation
  • Illustration
  • Character Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Character Animator
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Toon Boom Harmony
  • C
  • jQuery UI
  • Comics
  • 2D Animation
  • Lottie
  • Python

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