Noah Eckels
Elizabeth Bay,NSW
Summary
Highly passionate about art, technology and the creative processes involved in media creation and Film/TV. Also studied Visual Effects and 3D Animation full time at the Academy of Interactive Entertainment learning many skills including, solving technical problems with computers as well as being taught to use many different sets of software.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Visual Effects Artist
Upwork.com
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Utilized Nuke and Mocha Pro to rotoscope and create mattes for a New York Broadway production.
- Composited and colour graded plates together for stage backdrops using Nuke.
- 3D Modeled, textured, and animated various elements in Maya and composited them together with live-action plates ensuring that they blended seamlessly together.
- Created and rendered particle simulations as well as tracked and composited 2D elements into several shots to enhance the life of the production.
- Coordinated and collaborated with the production supervisor in Australia and New York to bring their own idea and vision to life on the big screen.
Nuke Compositor
Pop Family Entertainment
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Composited multi-pass EXR sequences including character and set animation, FX simulations, and lighting set-ups with the use of Nuke.
- Used various methods such as 3D camera projection as well as roto and paint to fix renders in post resulting in saving time to meet requirements.
- Enhanced visual effects quality by seamlessly integrating computer-generated imagery and post processing compositing techniques.
- Collaborated with the production team to establish a consistent visual style for various shots in a sequence.
- Streamlined workflows by developing efficient compositing techniques and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Improved project turnaround times by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Consistently met tight deadlines through effective communication with supervisors, producers, and other artists.
Junior Compositor
Enigma2
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained a top level of quality while working for high profile clients in television.
- Composited live-action footage and digital assets through the use of Nuke.
- Worked with supervisor to solve complex problems.
- Maintained consistency of finished work through careful adjustment of colour balance.
- Evaluated images and sequences for technical quality and aesthetic integrity with Davinci Resolve prior to final submission.
Night Shift Filler
Coles Supermarket
11.2016 - 07.2023
- Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Oversaw restocking of supplies and other functions to prepare for daytime business.
- Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Unloaded deliveries from trucks in prompt fashion.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Secured building for closing by completing run-through of sales floor, turning off electronic systems and turning on alarms.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Observed and monitored store's security cameras to reduce retail crimes.
- Trained back-up associates and led crew members in managing operations of storefront.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.1
Education
Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts - Visual Arts
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Docklands, VIC12.2022
Diploma of Visual Arts - Visual Arts
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Docklands, VIC12.2021
Diploma of Screen And Media - Visual Arts
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Docklands, VIC12.2021
Skills
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- PC Building
- Visual Effects/Media Creation
SKILLS
SOFTWARE
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneDrive, Outlook, Teams, OneNote
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, After Effects, Premiere Pro
- Red Giant's Trapcode Suite
- Blackmagic Design Fusion, Davinci Resolve
- AutoDesk Maya
- Pixar's Renderman
- The Foundry's Nuke
- Boris FX Silhouette, Mocha Pro
Timeline
Freelance Visual Effects Artist
Upwork.com
03.2024 - 05.2024
Nuke Compositor
Pop Family Entertainment
11.2023 - 02.2024
Junior Compositor
Enigma2
07.2023 - 09.2023
Night Shift Filler
Coles Supermarket
11.2016 - 07.2023
Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts - Visual Arts
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Diploma of Visual Arts - Visual Arts
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Diploma of Screen And Media - Visual Arts
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
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