I’m Elaf, a 3D artist and rigger with a passion for animation and digital storytelling. With experience in character rigging, motion design, and video editing, I bring ideas to life through compelling visuals and smooth animations. My expertise spans Blender, Maya, After Effects, and Cinema 4D, allowing me to craft detailed characters, environments, and dynamic motion graphics. I started as a 3D rigger for Koncorn, a children's YouTube channel, where I developed high-quality character rigs. Since 2022, I’ve worked as a freelance motion designer and video editor, collaborating with clients to create engaging animations that align with branding and marketing goals. My 3D Animation Diploma at ITI sharpened my skills in character animation, rigging, and modeling, culminating in a short animated film showcasing my abilities. Let’s connect and create something amazing together!

Elaf Badr

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I’m Elaf, a 3D artist and rigger with a passion for animation and digital storytelling. With experience in character rigging, motion design, and video editing, I bring ideas to life through compelling visuals and smooth animations. My expertise spans Blender, Maya, After Effects, and Cinema 4D, allowing me to craft detailed characters, environments, and dynamic motion graphics. I started as a 3D rigger for Koncorn, a children's YouTube channel, where I developed high-quality character rigs. Since 2022, I’ve worked as a freelance motion designer and video editor, collaborating with clients to create engaging animations that align with branding and marketing goals. My 3D Animation Diploma at ITI sharpened my skills in character animation, rigging, and modeling, culminating in a short animated film showcasing my abilities. Let’s connect and create something amazing together!

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I’m Elaf, a 3D artist and rigger with a passion for animation and digital storytelling. With experience in character rigging, motion design, and video editing, I bring ideas to life through compelling visuals and smooth animations. My expertise spans Blender, Maya, After Effects, and Cinema 4D, allowing me to craft detailed characters, environments, and dynamic motion graphics.

I started as a 3D rigger for Koncorn, a children’s YouTube channel, where I developed high-quality character rigs. Since 2022, I’ve worked as a freelance motion designer and video editor, collaborating with clients to create engaging animations that align with branding and marketing goals. My 3D Animation Diploma at ITI sharpened my skills in character animation, rigging, and modeling, culminating in a short animated film showcasing my abilities.

Let’s connect and create something amazing together!

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

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Education

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at Zewail City of Science and Technology
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2021
3D Art Diploma at Information Technology Institute
October 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022

Qualifications

3D Artist
February 1, 2021 - February 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming
    uniE608 Animated Pose
    A Blender-animated Kneeling Pike Push-Ups exercise created for a client's fitness app. The character starts in a kneeling position with hands on the floor and hips raised, lowering their head by bending the elbows before pushing back up. The animation loops smoothly, demonstrating proper form for users video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor idel animation game
    uniE608 Animated pose
    A Blender-animated Knees on Elbows exercise created for a client's fitness app. The character balances with bent arms, placing their knees on their elbows in a controlled position, engaging the core and upper body. The animation loops smoothly, demonstrating proper stability and form for users video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor idel animation game
    uniE608 Animated pose
    A Blender-animated Advanced Tuck Planche exercise created for a client's fitness app. The character balances on their hands with elbows bent, keeping the torso parallel to the ground and knees tucked close to the chest. The animation loops smoothly, showcasing core strength, balance, and proper form video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor idel animation game
    uniE608 Cheeseburger
    A 3D burger created in Blender, focusing on procedural techniques. Geometry Nodes were used to precisely scatter sesame seeds on the bun, showcasing efficiency and control in achieving realistic details. video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor game Assests
    uniE608 Playful Toaster
    A 3D animated toaster brought to life using the squash-and-stretch technique. This project explores dynamic motion and character animation principles to convey a playful and lively personality in a simple household object video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor Game Asset
    uniE608 Treasure Box
    This image is an animated 3D treasure chest opening in a stylized, game-like aesthetic. The chest is made of wooden planks with golden metallic reinforcements on the corners and a golden lock. The lighting is vibrant, with a purple and pink gradient background that gives a soft, glowing effect. The animation smoothly reveals the inside of the chest as it opens, suggesting a loot or reward system commonly seen in video games. The materials have a slightly cartoonish or hand-painted feel, making it visually appealing for game assets or stylized animation projects. video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor game Asset
    uniE608 Project Fennec
    Fennec is a project in which I sculpted an animal-like creature and created a lip-sync animation by applying a voice track. The entire project was made in Blender, including the modeling, rigging, and animation. The creature was textured using Adobe Substance Painter to add detail and realism, bringing the character to life in the final animation. video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor
    uniE608 Rabbit
    This stylized rabbit, created in Blender, features a playful fusion of both mediums. This work was an application for the Choi Jeong Hwan course, where I aimed to explore and expand my creative approach. Please see the full project here: https://www.twine.net/signin video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor
    uniE608 Project Lona
    This project focuses on studying female anatomy through sculpting, rigging, and animation in Blender, then texturing in Adobe Substance Painter. It allowed me to deepen my understanding of the female form while refining my skills in character creation, rigging, and animation techniques. This project was an opportunity to explore anatomical subtleties and apply them to realistic character movement. Please see the full project here: https://www.twine.net/signin video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor
    uniE621 Project Mei
    A 3D recreation of Mei's room from the movie Turning Red, modeled and textured in Blender. This project faithfully captures the iconic layout and details of the space, featuring multiple lighting setups to showcase the room in the morning, sunset, and nighttime atmospheres for a vibrant and dynamic representation. Please check the full project here: https://www.twine.net/signin photo graphicdesigner branding designer webdesigner
    uniE608 Project Felix
    This 3D model features a cheerful, red-headed boy, created in Blender with detailed rigging and textured in Adobe Substance Painter. His vibrant hair and expressive, energetic design capture his playful spirit, making him ideal for dynamic animated scenes. explainervideo video animator filmdirector advert videoeditor
    uniE608 Travel App Promo Video
    In this engaging video, created using Blender, a family uses the "Travelobot" app to plan and experience a seamless trip to Dubai. The app takes care of every detail, from booking flights and accommodations to suggesting top attractions and activities. As they explore the city, the family enjoys everything from the iconic Burj Khalifa to local markets and delicious food, all organized effortlessly by Travelobot. With real-time updates and personalized recommendations, the app ensures their journey is stress-free, leaving the family to focus on making lasting memories and having an amazing time in Dubai video explainervideo advert animator filmdirector videoeditor