So you're a business owner...
What can Michelle do for you?
Unique Explainer Videos:
- 2D Explainer Videos Based on your script
YOUR logo - animated:
- 2D or 3D Logo Animation for your Youtube channel, social media videos
So you're a business owner...
What can Michelle do for you?
Unique Explainer Videos:-
2D Explainer Videos Based on your script
YOUR logo - animated:
- 2D or 3D Logo Animation for your Youtube channel, social media videos
So you're a Game Studio...
What can Michelle do for you?
Unique 3D Assets for your Game:
- 3D Character Modeling from concepts or descriptions
- 3D Character rigging using Blender
- 3D Character Animations specificly animated for your game's core mechanics
So you're a Game Studio...
What can Michelle do for you?
Unique 3D Assets for your Game:
- 3D Character Modeling from concepts or descriptions
- 3D Character rigging using Blender
- 3D Character Animations specificly animated for your game's core character mechanics
So you're a Writer / Author...
What can Michelle do for you?
Advertising for your social media:
- Custom 3D Static Mock Ups for posting on social media!
- Custom 3D Mock-Up Animations for book releases!
Self published authors such as Tayla Jean Grossberg and Gaelan Wort have worked with Michelle where she illustrated fantasy maps, book covers and more for their various books respectively.
Have a chat with Michelle today by clicking on the "Book an Appointment" button below!
So you're a Writer / Author...
What can Michelle do for you?
Advertising for your social media:
- Custom 3D Static Mock Ups for posting on social media!
- Custom 3D Mock-Up Animations for book releases!
Self published authors such as Tayla Jean Grossberg and Gaelan Wort have worked with Michelle where she illustrated fantasy maps, book covers and more for their various books respectively.
Have a chat with Michelle today by clicking on the "Book an Appointment" button below!
Long form 2D Animation
Corporate Explainer Video
SGCI
Working alongside the sound- and scriptwriter for this video, I created the visuals and animations for these icon-based explainer videos. The clients already had their script ready and I incorporated their branding colours based on their SGCI logo.
Some concerns I had for this tight deadline driven project was project scope: each shot or sequence accompanied every few seconds of spoken voice over - meaning that creating the icon assets as well as animating every shot within the given deadline was going to be a challenge. In the end, the client decided they really wanted every shot included - so the original deadline was extended. Communication between artists, animators and clients is very important to me as I want the client to always be happy with the end product, so coming up with solutions or comprimises for the sake of the project goals will always be a part of my job as well.
Long form 2D Animation
Corporate Explainer Video
SGCI
Working alongside the sound- and scriptwriter for this video, I created the visuals and animations for these icon-based explainer videos. The clients already had their script ready and I incorporated their branding colours based on their SGCI logo.
Some concerns I had for this tight deadline driven project was project scope: each shot or sequence accompanied every few seconds of spoken voice over - meaning that creating the icon assets as well as animating every shot within the given deadline was going to be a challenge. In the end, the client decided they really wanted every shot included - so the original deadline was extended.
Communication between artists, animators and clients is very important to me as I want the client to always be happy with the end product, so coming up with solutions or comprimises for the sake of the project goals will always be a part of my job as well.
Short form 2D Animation
This piece was illustrated and animated by using Adobe Illustrator and After Effects.
This piece was illustrated and animated using Blender Grease Pencil (Frame By Frame Animation).
During my internship as a Personal Assistant and multimedia designer back in 2022, I created this logo animation that ended up not being used by the company. Each frame was illustrated in Clip Studio Paint and also animated in the program as well, giving the final animation an almost cut-out stop-motion-esque look.
This logo animation uses a style what I like to call "morph-animation" where shapes transition from one to the next within the same shape. This was created using the shape-key animation technique on a few different flat vector (curve) objects within blender. For the text portion, 3D shapes were utilised alongside some deformation nodes in Blender as well. Combining 2D and 3D then makes this piece a 2.5D animation!
Please note that for this video I only worked on the visuals - the sound was created separately by an unknown sound designer.
Here I used Blender nodes to create a cool text transition effect!
Short form 2D Animation
This piece was illustrated and animated by using Adobe Illustrator and After Effects.
This piece was illustrated and animated using Blender Grease Pencil (Frame By Frame Animation).
During my internship as a Personal Assistant and multimedia designer back in 2022, I created this logo animation that ended up not being used by the company. Each frame was illustrated in Clip Studio Paint and also animated in the program as well, giving the final animation an almost cut-out stop-motion-esque look.
This logo animation uses a style what I like to call "morph-animation" where shapes transition from one to the next within the same shape. This was created using the shape-key animation technique on a few different flat vector (curve) objects within blender. For the text portion, 3D shapes were utilised alongside some deformation nodes in Blender as well. Combining 2D and 3D then makes this piece a 2.5D animation!
Please note that for this video I only worked on the visuals - the sound was created separately by an unknown sound designer.
Here I used Blender nodes to create a cool text transition effect!
WE FEEL... WE FREAK OUT... WE CREATE!
Meet the Artist
WHY MICHELLE?
With a BA degree in 3D Animation and over three year's working expierience with various gaming, logo, explainer video and book illustration projects, Michelle is the right fit for your next creative idea.
Michelle brings a wealth of expertise to your book project. Having worked with multiple mediums including 3D animation and character modeling, Michelle understands the technical and artistic elements that make a 3D mockup not just appealing, but a true representation of your book’s potential.
Book your free virtual consultation meeting with Michelle.
What does Animation Cost
in South Africa?
Animation is a craft that takes a lot of time because of each create choice the animator makes during the process, from concepting to storyboarding to rough animatics and finally to the final animation.
To get a better idea of the current creative industry salaries, we can take a look at Talent Africa's comprehensive salary survey from 2024.
This will also give you an estimate on what to expect for your quote for your project.
- 0-2 years (light) means 0 to 2 years experience in that particular position and NOT 0 to 2 years total working experience
- The same applies for medium and heavy weight. It is experience in the particular position and NOT total working experience
- This survey is not intended to be prescriptive, but is a report on what AD TALENT (not the entire industry) has experienced in the past 12 months
Position
0-2 yrs (light)
2 – 5 yrs (medium)
5 – 9 yrs (heavyweight)
Animator
R12 000 – R18 000
R16 000 – R35 000
R26 000 – R57 000
Multimedia Designer/3D
R13 000 – R20 000
R16 000 – R38 000
R30 000 – R45 000
Motion Designer
R18 000 – R38 000
R35 000 – R45 000
R42 000 - R45 000+
What does an animator do?
Here's what Prospects says about what an animator does:
Tasks typically involve:
- liaising with clients and developing animation from their concepts
- creating storyboards that depict the script and narrative
- drawing in 2D to create sketches, artwork or illustrations
- designing 3D models, backgrounds, sets, characters, objects and the animation environment
- developing the timing and pace of the movements of a character or object during the sequence of images and ensuring they follow the soundtrack and audio requirements
- using technical software packages, such as Blender
- building up accurate, detailed, frame-by-frame visuals
- working to production deadlines and meeting clients' commercial requirements
- working as part of a broader production team, which might include liaising with printers, copywriters, photographers, designers, account executives, website designers or marketing specialists
- What does a multimedia designer / 3D designer do?
- Here's what ZipRecruiter and Glassdoor says about what a multimedia designer does:
A multimedia designer creates digital art and interactive content for video games, web content, commercials, TV, and film. As a multimedia designer, you develop special effects using audio, video, graphics, and other electronic media.
Your job duties include preparing project proposals, developing mockups for approval, collaborating with team members to complete projects, and making changes based on feedback.
Multimedia specialists develop multimedia products aimed at entertaining or educating their audiences. They discuss requirements with clients and coordinate development teams. They test information products, adjust work based on client feedback, and cooperate with technical staff. Multimedia specialists work in various industries, including motion pictures, computer design, publishing, and computer systems design. They use digital programs to create visual effects and animations for various media formats.
Multimedia specialists create content using video, photography, graphics, illustrations, and sound, and their work is used on the web and in mediums including television, movies, and interactive entertainment. They design, develop, and deliver aesthetically pleasing and engaging media packages. They might assist in creating films or television programs, e-books, or interactive music experiences. Multimedia specialists need a bachelor's degree in multimedia design, art, or graphics design.
Multimedia specialists develop multimedia products aimed at entertaining or educating their audiences. They discuss requirements with clients and coordinate development teams. They test information products, adjust work based on client feedback, and cooperate with technical staff. Multimedia specialists work in various industries, including motion pictures, computer design, publishing, and computer systems design. They use digital programs to create visual effects and animations for various media formats.
Multimedia specialists create content using video, photography, graphics, illustrations, and sound, and their work is used on the web and in mediums including television, movies, and interactive entertainment. They design, develop, and deliver aesthetically pleasing and engaging media packages. They might assist in creating films or television programs, e-books, or interactive music experiences. Multimedia specialists need a bachelor's degree in multimedia design, art, or graphics design.
What does a motion designer do?
Here's what Celarity says about what a motion designer does:
Similar Job Titles:
Animation Artist, Graphic Designer
Motion Graphics Designers, sometimes just called motion designers, create artwork for the web, television, or film. They use visual effects, animation and other cinematic techniques to bring life to their creations. Today’s Motion Graphics Designer creates live video content, graphics, and animation for handheld electronic devices, web programs, video games, and for smartphones and mobile platforms, including apps.
Use artistic and creative skill set to create
Use a strong background in Animation
Work closely with creative teams and clients
Communication, Honesty, and Pure Creativity!
These are the key traits you can expect when working closely with me on your project!
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