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PRODUCTION PIPELINE

A great animation project shouldn't feel like a shot in the dark. Over the last 15 years, I’ve refined a collaborative, step-by-step pipeline that ensures no creative detours, no missed deadlines, and absolutely no high-stress surprises. Here is exactly how we’ll work together from first scribble to final render:

MY TECH STACK

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I utilize an industry-standard pipeline to ensure seamless integration with your existing team and workflows.
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Expertise & Training
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  • Formal Training: I hold specialist qualifications from Mackinnon & Saunders (Puppet Fabrication & Stop-Motion) and Escape Studios (Maya & ZBrush).
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  • Pre-Production: Visual development and prototyping using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
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  • 3D Workflow: Modelling, rigging, and animation in Autodesk Maya; high-res sculpting in ZBrush; real-time/AR workflows in Unity.
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  • Animation & Post-Production: Professional VFX and compositing using Adobe After Effects, Trapcode Particular and Premiere Pro.

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TRUSTED BY

Phase 1: The Creative Kickoff

We align on goals, timelines, and deliverables. I build a comprehensive Creative Brief that acts as our production compass, ensuring 100% alignment before a single asset is built.

Phase 2: Visual Development

We lock in the aesthetic. I design high-fidelity style frames, character designs, and asset concepts so you can approve the exact look and color scheme before production begins.

Phase 3: Technical Production (2D/3D)

Production begins in structured, agile sprints. Whether rigging custom assets in Maya, drafting hand-drawn 2D sequences, or prepping stop-motion components, you receive regular milestone reviews.

Phase 4: VFX, Compositing & Mastering

I assemble all assets in After Effects, adding dynamic lighting, VFX, and compositing polish. The final hand-off is a broadcast-ready, meticulously formatted master delivery.

THE PROCESS

SERVICES

Creative Direction & Development
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  • Creative Strategy: Turning abstract ideas into concrete visual narratives.
  • Logo, UI & Brand design.
  • Storyboarding & Animatics: Translating concepts into actionable shot lists.
  • Character & Asset Design: Creating bespoke visual assets that define your brand.
  • Style Framing: Establishing the visual tone and look-dev for the final product.
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Production Pipeline
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  • 2D Animation: Character animation, motion graphics, and frame-by-frame storytelling.
  • 3D Generalist (Maya): Modelling, rigging, lighting, and rendering complex 3D scenes.
  • VFX & Compositing: Professional-grade compositing and visual effects integration.
  • Technical Pipeline: Optimization for broadcast, web, and interactive platforms.
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Post-Production & Delivery
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  • Video Editing: Narrative editing, pacing, and rhythm control.
  • Final Delivery: Encoding and optimization for any required platform (Social, TV, Web).
  • Sound Integration: Sound Effects, voice overs & sound-aware timing for a polished final experience.
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WHY AGENCIES PARTNER WITH ME

One Partner, Full-Pipeline Control:

Eliminate the friction of managing separate storyboard artists, 3D modelers, animators, and compositors. I handle the entire chain, guaranteeing absolute creative and technical consistency from script to screen.

Zero Overhead, Studio-Grade Quality:

Get senior-level creative execution delivered straight to your pipeline without the bloated markups, account managers, or bureaucratic delays of a traditional studio.

Educator-Level Communication:

My background in university lecturing means I know how to explain complex technical pipelines clearly. I streamline the feedback loop to keep projects moving fast.

Predictable Project Pricing:

No unexpected invoices or creeping hourly rates. I provide a single, transparent project fee that covers your entire pipeline, including milestone revisions, so you stay completely in control of your budget
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