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Nicola A.

Centurion, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Hi, I am Nix. I'm a passionate 2D animator freelancing in the industry since 2019. I specialize in frame-by-frame animation and motion graphics. Other key skills include advertisements, video editing, and logo animation. I studied Motion Graphics and Animation at The Open Window Institute, where I received a Pangolin Award for "Best Traditional Animation" in 2018.

  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • 2D Animation
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Blender
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Game Design
  • Game Development
  • Rotoscoping
  • Video Editing
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Design
Daniel P.

Centurion, South Africa

$35/hr
4.7
60 jobs

Professional VFX Artist Specializing in Nuke for Feature Films, TV Series, and Commercials Hello! I’m Daniel, a passionate VFX artist with extensive experience in visual effects for feature films, TV series, and commercials. With a robust background working in a top-tier VFX studio, I have honed my skills in Nuke, delivering high-quality visual effects that captivate and engage audiences. What I Offer: • Expertise in Nuke: Advanced compositing, rotoscoping, and tracking to create seamless and stunning visual effects. • Feature Films: Experience working on major motion pictures, enhancing storytelling through visual effects. • TV Series: Crafting compelling visuals that elevate the narrative and maintain consistency across episodes. • Commercials: Producing eye-catching effects that drive engagement and leave a lasting impression. Why Work With Me: • Professionalism: Dedicated to meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards of quality. • Collaboration: Strong communicator and team player, ensuring a smooth workflow and effective project management. • Creativity: Innovative solutions and a keen eye for detail to bring your vision to life. I’m excited to bring my expertise to your next project and help you achieve outstanding results. Let’s create something amazing together! Feel free to reach out to discuss your project needs and how I can assist you.

  • Visual Effects
  • Nuke
  • Match Moving
  • CGI
  • Rotoscoping
  • Green Screen
  • Chroma Keying
Jonan G.

Joubertina, South Africa

$50/hr
4.8
322 jobs

Hi! You can call me Jay, it's a little easier to pronounce. I lead a creative team that specializes in making promotional videos for SaaS products. SaaS products can sometimes be a little complicated to explain - that's where a promo video can come in handy, both to sell the SaaS product, and to educate the end user. With 2D & 3D animation, vivid illustration, smooth voice over and sound design - we make your SaaS product look the best it possibly could. We've had 10 years experience, producing videos for Tata, Konica Minolta, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Starbucks Coffee, Marriott International Hotels, and many more - but our heart remains with the startup, the small company that's trying to get its product out there. We provide full video service from start to finish - that includes: ✔️ Scriptwriting ✔️ Storyboarding ✔️ Concept ✔️ Design direction ✔️ Animation ✔️ Voice over ✔️ Sound design ✔️ Post Production ✔️ Social media expertise and advice Don't hesitate to send over any questions you have - even if you're just curious, or need some advice, I'm always happy to connect. Contact me, and let's get your SaaS product out there into the wide world!

  • 3D Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Audio Production
  • Storyboarding
  • Animation
  • Music
  • 2D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Motion Design
  • Animated Explainer
Mokhalaka M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$50/hr
5.0
8 jobs

As a passionate voice-over artist and 3D animator, I bring stories to life through both sound and visuals. My unique combination of voice acting and animation skills allows me to create immersive, engaging experiences that connect with audiences on multiple levels. Voice-Over Artist: With a versatile vocal range, I deliver performances that suit a wide variety of projects, from commercials and corporate narrations to animated characters and video games. My voice is adaptable, expressive, and capable of capturing the perfect tone—whether it’s energetic, soothing, or dramatic. I’m experienced in recording for: - Commercials - Video games and animation - Corporate videos and e-learning - Audiobooks and podcasts I’m dedicated to understanding the emotion, purpose, and subtleties behind each project, ensuring every word resonates with the target audience. 3D Animator: As a 3D animator, I have a deep passion for creating dynamic visuals that are both realistic and fantastical. Whether it’s a lifelike character or a vibrant world, I ensure each frame is crafted with precision. My expertise includes: - Character Animation - VFX

  • Autodesk Maya
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
Jacques R.

Cape Town, South Africa

$200/hr
5.0
30 jobs

Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a visual storyteller, digital artist and producer who specializes in creating media across an extensive range of visual, audio and photographic contexts. I utilise a broad array of tools and disciplines. I am capable of delivering consistent high quality creative media quickly. My approach to video production of any kind is driven by the purpose of each project. I strive to use unique storytelling devices to achieve a strong connection with audiences and tend to develop concepts which promote reactions on an emotional level. I also have 12 years experience directing & shooting documentaries & short films for corporate and commercial brands around the world. My primary video editing software is Premiere Pro and After Effects (12 years). I also have 15 years of experience in Photoshop and approximately 2 years with Davinci Resolve.

  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Production
  • Cinematography
  • Digital Photography
  • Video Editing

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