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Aria T.

Surrey, Canada

$65/hr
4.8
225 jobs

Are you in need of captivating motion graphics, mesmerizing visual effects, or dynamic marketing videos? Welcome! I'm Aria, an After Effects ninja with over 20 years of expertise in animation and visual effects (VFX). My passion lies in crafting high-end, custom animated explainer videos from scratch, including scriptwriting and collaborating with top-notch voice-over artists worldwide. Why Choose Me? ✨ Experience: With 20 years in the industry, my skills have evolved into blockbuster-level animation (VFX) prowess. 💡 Innovation: I bring fresh ideas and creative solutions to every project, ensuring your video stands out from the competition. 🌟 Comprehensive Services: From script development to final video production, I provide end-to-end solutions tailored to your needs. 🎬 Professionalism: Expect clear communication, timely delivery, and a dedication to exceeding your expectations. Services Offered: 📝 Script development and editing 🎥 Scenario drafting 🎨 Custom vector illustrations in Adobe Illustrator 🎙️ Professional voice-over coordination 💻 Animation creation and VFX enhancement in Adobe After Effects 🎵 Royalty-free background music and sound effects integration Client Testimonials: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Aria was a great find. Professional and friendly. Fantastic with revisions and delivered the project on time, especially with a short timeline. Would recommend him in an instant!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Excellent designer. He worked on a total of 3 design tasks within this project and I was very pleased with with results !!! will definitely work with him again in the future !" Let's bring your vision to life! Contact me today to discuss your project and take the first step towards creating stunning visual experiences.

  • Visual Effects
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Explainer Video
  • Music Video
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Compositing
  • 2D Animation
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Rigging
  • Visual Effects Software
  • Animated Environment
  • Green Screen
Carmilla S.

Vancouver, Canada

$75/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Carmilla is a Vancouver-based interdisciplinary 3D artist and designer working at the intersection of spatial storytelling, immersive media, and creative technology. With a background in industrial design and motion graphics, she creates experiential environments that blend digital content with physical space. Her work spans cultural installations, brand activations, and interactive environments for clients including Starbucks, Crown Royal, and Destination BC. Carmilla specializes in translating conceptual narratives into technically refined, production-ready experiences that engage audiences in meaningful ways.

  • Industrial Design
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Product Rendering
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • Blender
  • Motion Design
  • Digital Art
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • CAD
  • 3D Art
  • Unreal Engine
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Motion Graphics
Mehri S.

Maple Ridge, Canada

$25/hr
5.0
6 jobs

Want to scale your video content and keep viewers hooked? Let’s make it happen. Hi, I’m 𝑀𝑒𝒽𝓇𝒾. I don’t just edit videos; I craft visual experiences that drive engagement, retention, and growth. Over the past 5 years, my edits and motion graphics have helped channels and brands rack up over 𝟏𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎+ views. If you are looking for a reliable, long-term post-production partner who understands pacing, sound design, and high-end motion graphics, you are in the right place. 🌟 My Power Zone (After Effects & Premiere Pro) After Effects is my second nature. I seamlessly blend advanced motion graphics into video workflows to create: • High-End Cinematic Content & Broadcast Intros • Engaging YouTube Videos (Cooking, Storytelling, Explainer) • Scientific & Corporate Explainer Videos (Hydrogeology, Tech SaaS) • Vibrant 2D Character Animation & Edutainment Content • Modern Brand Logo Animations & Promos 🚀 Why Clients Work With Me Long-Term: • Data-Driven Pacing: I edit for retention to keep your audience watching until the very last second. • Full-Cycle Workflow: From storyboarding and character design to advanced sound design and multi-language audio syncing. • Strict Deadline Discipline: 90+ full-length episodes delivered on time taught me how to manage tight schedules without compromising quality. • No AI Shortcuts: 100% authentic, high-quality human creativity (unless you explicitly request AI elements). Whether you need a cinematic promo, a high-retention YouTube edit, or a sleek SaaS product demo—I’m ready to take your raw footage and upgrade it. 𝚂𝚑𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚢𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚋𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚏 𝚒𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚝, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸’𝚕𝚕 𝚐𝚕𝚊𝚍𝚕𝚢 𝚝𝚊𝚔𝚎 𝚊 𝚕𝚘𝚘𝚔 𝚝𝚘 𝚜𝚎𝚎 𝚒𝚏 𝚠𝚎’𝚛𝚎 𝚊 𝚐𝚘𝚘𝚍 𝚏𝚒𝚝.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Commercial
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Editing
  • Explainer Video
  • Video Animation
  • Promotional Video
  • Logo Animation
  • Social Media Video
  • 2D Animation
  • Video Production
  • Kinetic Typography
  • Corporate Video
  • UI Animation
  • UI Graphics
  • Broadcast Advertising
  • CapCut
  • Templates
  • Short Video Ad
Yevhen B.

Edmonton, Canada

$34/hr
5.0
1,468 jobs

Hi there! 👋 Are you looking for a video editor who can turn your raw content into high-quality, clean, modern, professional videos? I help brands, startups, and creators with various video editing projects, promo videos, and social media videos that are designed to perform on today’s platforms. With 14+ years on Upwork and a 100% Job Success Score, I’ve created 1,0000+ videos, including YouTube Vlog videos, social media videos, explainer videos, marketing & promo videos, demo & product videos for startups, Fortune 500 companies, and nonprofits. My focus is always the same: quality video editing, consistent motion graphics, and clear storytelling. 🎬 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰𝘀 & 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 I provide professional: ✔️ Video Editing: YouTube videos, marketing videos, social media videos, podcast videos ✔️ Motion Graphics: modern motion graphics, kinetic typography ✔️ Social Media Video Editing: TikTok videos, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, short-form video ✔️ Marketing Video Production: short ads, promo videos, product demos, advertising videos, explainer videos ✔️ UGC Content Editing: UGC videos, Meta Ads, testimonials ✔️ Software & App Videos: tutorials, screencasts, SaaS explainer videos If you need video editing and motion graphics that look polished and consistent with your brand, I can help. 🎥𝗠𝘆 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 Many editors simply cut footage together. My approach combines structured video editing, clear motion graphics, and consistency. What you can expect: ✔️ Clean and modern video editing ✔️ Professional motion graphics and animated elements ✔️ Brand-consistent marketing videos and social media videos ✔️ Clear and engaging explainer videos ✔️ Smooth workflow and reliable communication ✔️ Platform-optimized videos (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, ads) My goal is to make your video content, explainer video, or marketing video look professional and easy to understand. 🤖 𝗔𝗜-𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 & 𝗔𝗜-𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 I also work with AI-generated content and AI-assisted video production to expand creative possibilities and improve efficiency. This includes generating custom visuals, AI avatars, voiceovers, and video elements, as well as enhancing existing footage with AI tools. Whether it’s AI video creation for marketing, explainer videos, or social media content, I focus on keeping everything clean, realistic, and aligned with your brand — using AI as a tool to support quality and consistency, not replace it. 📌 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 I started working on explainer videos and 2D animation for startups, helping companies explain complex ideas through animated videos and motion graphics. Over time, I expanded into: - Video editing for YouTube - Social media video editing - Marketing videos - Product and promo videos - Training videos and online courses Today, I combine video editing, motion graphics, and animation to create engaging videos that work across multiple platforms. 🛠️ 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗜 𝗨𝘀𝗲 Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe After Effects 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I had an excellent experience working with Yevhen. He delivered the job on time and exceeded my expectations. Yevhen was always organized and explained each milestone, so there were no surprises. The final videos turned out to be fantastic. I am definitely planning to use his services again and can highly recommend him. Thank you, Yevhen!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I worked with Yevhen and his team for about 2 years editing my Youtube videos, my channel is all about cooking, meal prepping, and mom content. His team is wonderful to work with, high quality editing style, and great time service. I highly recommend hiring Yevhen to edit your videos!" 📞 Let’s start with a quick call so I can walk you through my process and answer your questions. 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲, 𝗜 𝗮𝗺 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽! Last updated: July 24, 2026

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Color Correction
  • Color Grading
  • Video Production
  • Video Animation
  • Graphic Design
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • 2D Animation
  • Audio Editing
  • Video Advertising
  • Content Editing
  • Podcast Editing
  • YouTube Video
  • Social Media Video
  • TikTok Video
Usman S.

Montreal, Canada

$65/hr
5.0
12 jobs

I'm a CG/VFX artist with a passion for crafting stunning visuals and engaging stories. With over 6 years of experience in Film, Motion, and VFX, I bring a diverse skill set to every project, from compositing and motion graphics to rotoscoping, lighting, and texturing. I'm all about delivering high-quality work that exceeds expectations. Let's collaborate to bring your vision to life!

  • Visual Effects
  • 3D Animation
  • Houdini
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Motion Design
  • Compositing
  • Nuke
  • Color Grading
  • Video Editing
  • 3D Texturing
  • Photorealistic Rendering
  • 3D Rendering
Ihor I.

Winnipeg, Canada

$40/hr
5.0
144 jobs

I'm a 3D Graphic Designer, and my strength is helping marketers with 3D Product Visualization and Animation. • 10 Years of Experience in 3D Animation and Graphic Design • 100% Job Success Score (Top Rated Artist) • 1000+ Product Videos Created For the past several years, I’ve provided high-quality animated videos for many successful businesses, along with savvy startups and cutting-edge entrepreneurs. Every aspect of every job is important, which is why I bring a wide range of skills and above all passion for doing great work. Proficient in using Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, 3DS Max, V-ray, Blender and Unreal Engine. My key deliverables include: ✔ 3D Animated Product Videos ✔ Photorealistic Product Rendering ✔ Motion Graphic Design ✔ Social Media Ads (Facebook, Instagram, etc) ✔ Graphic Design Services ✔ Video Editing And more! I'm happy to offer a no-obligation consultation to discuss your business needs.

  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • 3D Animation
  • Unreal Engine
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Blender
  • 3D Product Animation
  • 3D Design
  • Video Animation
  • Video Editing
  • Social Media Video
  • 3D Rendering
  • 2D Animation
  • 3D Product Rendering
  • Photorealistic Rendering
  • Autodesk AutoCAD

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