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Hi, I’m Helgi Óskarsson, a seasoned Visual Effects Artist and Manager with over 20 years in the creative industry. I’ve built a career delivering end-to-end media, from 3D animation and VFX to photography, videography, color correction, and motion graphics.
I’ve led teams across studios and freelance networks, mentored artists, and collaborated with clients to craft compelling narratives for commercials, TV, and film. I’m passionate about solving problems, learning quickly, and driving projects to successful completion.
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Language
Icelandic
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English
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Danish
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German
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Work Experience
Founder & Creative Director at Viking Productions LLC.
June 1, 2024 - PresentFounded Viking Productions, delivering creative content and visual storytelling for commercial and local clients. Responsible for the end-to-end production including photography, videography, and integration of 2D/3D animation to produce visually compelling media.
Video Producer / Senior Technical Artist at Directive Games North
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025Oversaw rigging, skinning, and in-game animation workflows; managed asset organization and conducted quality control. Led end-to-end video production, including post-production and color grading.
Senior Graphic Designer / 3D / VFX designer at Pixelhunters
May 31, 2016 - July 22, 2025Created award-winning projects and commercials for multiple clients. Collaborated with a professional team to create quality animations.
Graphic Department Manager at Game Design Solutions
February 28, 2019 - July 22, 2025Managed a team of freelancers worldwide and the graphic design and 3D department. Responsible for creating UI interfaces, 3D animations, and stills for casino games.
Technical Animator & Advisor at Gunhil Studios
February 29, 2024 - July 22, 2025Collaborated on rigging and technical development for the main character in a feature film, including designing dynamic rigs and creating fur and Yeti feather systems optimized for animation and production.
Technical Animation Supervisor at Icon Creative Studio / Walt Disney Animations Studio
September 30, 2023 - July 22, 2025Supervised and managed a team of Shot Finaling Artists and Technical Animators, overseeing finalization, adjustment, and simulation of hair and cloth for all characters across shots.
CG Supervisor at M2 Animation Studio Co. Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Supervised a team of 3D/CG artists in the making of an animation.
Lead Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at STÖÐ 2
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025In charge of all 2D and 3D graphics for live evening TV news. Managed in-studio high-end cameras used for live news broadcasting.
Visual Effects Teacher at SAE University
November 30, 2018 - July 22, 2025Taught Visual Effects and filming courses to a class of 25 students, focusing on shooting, planning VFX shots, and creating visual effects in various software.
3D Generalist Artist at Blackstone Studios
May 31, 2009 - July 22, 2025Responsible for creating commercials, 3D animations, and architectural visualizations for various clients in Dubai. Worked both on sets and with clients.
3D VFX Artist at Draumsýn
May 31, 2008 - July 22, 2025Worked as a 3D VFX Artist and compositor on TV commercials and films, closely collaborating with major film production companies and creating advertising campaigns for top corporations in Iceland.
3rd Assistant Camera Operator at Pegasus EHF
October 31, 2006 - July 22, 20253rd Assistant Operator and Grip on feature films, commercials, and music videos productions.
Founder & Creative Director at Viking Productions LLC.
June 1, 2024 - PresentFounder of Viking Productions, delivering creative content and visual storytelling for commercial and local clients. Responsible for end-to-end production including photography, videography, and the integration of 2D/3D animation to produce visually compelling media.
Video Producer / Senior Technical Artist at Directive Games North
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025Oversaw rigging, skinning, and in-game animation workflows; managed asset organization and conducted quality control. Led end-to-end video production, including post-production and color grading.
Senior Graphic Designer / 3D / VFX designer at Pixelhunters
May 31, 2016 - July 22, 2025Made award-winning projects and commercials for various big clients in the UAE. Worked collaboratively with a team of professionals to create beautiful animations.
Graphic Department Manager at Game Design Solutions
February 28, 2019 - July 22, 2025Managed a group of freelancers globally and the department of Graphic Design and 3D. Responsible for creating UI interfaces, 3D animations, and stills for Casino games.
Technical Animator & Advisor at Gunhil Studios
February 29, 2024 - July 22, 2025Collaborated on rigging and technical development for the main character in a feature film, including designing and implementing dynamic rigs, and creating fur and Yeti feather systems optimized for animation and production use.
Technical Animation Supervisor at Icon Creative Studio / Walt Disney Animations Studio
September 30, 2023 - July 22, 2025Supervised and managed a team of Shot Finaling Artists and Technical Animators, overseeing the finalization, adjustment, and simulation of hair and cloth for all characters across shots.
CG Supervisor at M2 Animation Studio Co. Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Supervised a team of 3D/CG Artists in the making of an animation.
Lead Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at Stöð 2
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025In charge of all 2D and 3D graphics created for the live evening TV news. Managed the in-studio high-end cameras used for live News broadcasting.
Visual Effects Teacher at SAE University
November 30, 2018 - July 22, 2025Taught a class in Visual Effects and filming. Had a class of 25 people and taught them how to shoot and plan for VFX shots and to create Visual Effects in 3DS Max, Maya, After Effects and more software.
3D Generalist Artist at Blackstone Studios
May 31, 2009 - July 22, 2025Responsible for creating commercials, 3D Animations and Architectural Visualisations for a number of clients in Dubai. Worked both on film sets and with numerous clients.
3D VFX Artist at Draumsyn
May 31, 2008 - July 22, 2025Worked as a 3D VFX Artist and a Compositor on TV commercials and films. Collaborated closely with major film production companies in Iceland and created advertising campaigns for many large corporations.
3rd Assistant Camera Operator at Pegasus EHF
October 31, 2006 - July 22, 20253rd Assistant Operator and Grip on the production of feature films, commercials and music videos.
Founder & Creative Director at Viking Productions LLC.
June 1, 2024 - PresentFounded Viking Productions delivering creative content and visual storytelling for commercial and local clients. Responsible for end-to-end production including photography, videography, and integration of 2D/3D animation to produce visually compelling media.
Video Producer / Senior Technical Artist at Directive Games North
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025Oversaw rigging, skinning, and in-game animation workflows; managed asset organization and conducted quality control. Led end-to-end video production, including post-production and color grading.
Senior Graphic Designer / 3D / VFX Designer at PixelHunters
May 31, 2016 - July 22, 2025Created award-winning projects and commercials for big clients in the UAE. Worked collaboratively with a professional team to produce beautiful animations.
Graphic Department Manager at Game Design Solutions
February 28, 2019 - July 22, 2025Managed a group of freelancers worldwide and the Graphic Design and 3D department. Responsible for creating UI interfaces, 3D animations, and stills for Casino games.
Technical Animator & Advisor at Gunhil Studios
February 29, 2024 - July 22, 2025Collaborated on rigging and technical development for the main character in a feature film. Designed and implemented dynamic rigs, and created fur and Yeti feather systems optimized for animation and production use.
Technical Animation Supervisor at Icon Creative Studio / Walt Disney Animations Studio
September 30, 2023 - July 22, 2025Supervised and managed a team of Shot Finaling Artists and Technical Animators. Oversaw the finalization, adjustment, and simulation of hair and cloth for all characters across shots.
CG Supervisor at M2 Animation Studio Co. Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Supervised a team of 3D/CG artists in the making of an animation.
Lead Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at Stöð 2
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025In charge of all 2D and 3D graphics for live evening TV news. Managed the in-studio high-end cameras used for live news broadcasting.
Visual Effects Teacher at SAE University
November 30, 2018 - July 22, 2025Taught a class on Visual Effects and filming. Educated a class of 25 students on shooting, planning for VFX shots, and creating Visual Effects in 3DS Max, Maya, After Effects, and other software.
3D Generalist Artist at Blackstone Studios
May 31, 2009 - July 22, 2025Created commercials, 3D animations, and architectural visualizations for clients in Dubai. Worked on film sets and with numerous clients.
3D VFX Artist at Draumsýn
May 31, 2008 - July 22, 2025Worked as a 3D VFX Artist and compositor on TV commercials and films. Collaborated with major film production companies in Iceland on advertising campaigns for large corporations.
3rd Assistant Camera Operator at Pegasus EHF
October 31, 2006 - July 22, 20253rd Assistant Operator and grip on production of feature films, commercials, and music videos.
Founder & Creative Director at Viking Productions LLC.
June 1, 2024 - PresentFounded Viking Productions, delivering creative content and visual storytelling for commercial and local clients. Responsible for end-to-end production including photography, videography, and integration of 2D/3D animation to produce visually compelling media.
Video Producer / Senior Technical Artist at Directive Games North
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025Oversaw rigging, skinning, and in-game animation workflows; managed asset organization and conducted quality control. Led end-to-end video production, including post-production and color grading.
Senior Graphic Designer / 3D / VFX designer at Pixelhunters
May 31, 2016 - August 1, 2025Created award-winning projects and commercials for multiple big clients in the UAE. Collaborated with a professional team to create beautiful animations.
Graphic Department Manager at Game Design Solutions
February 28, 2019 - August 1, 2025Managed a team of freelancers worldwide and the Graphic Design and 3D department. Responsible for creating UI interfaces, 3D animations, and still images for casino games.
Technical Animator & Advisor at Gunhil Studios
February 29, 2024 - August 1, 2025Collaborated on rigging and technical development for main character in a feature film, including designing and implementing dynamic rigs and creating fur and Yeti feather systems optimized for animation and production.
Technical Animation Supervisor at Icon Creative Studio / Walt Disney Animations Studio
September 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025Supervised and managed a team of Shot Finaling Artists and Technical Animators, overseeing the finalization, adjustment, and simulation of hair and cloth for all characters across shots.
CG Supervisor at M2 Animation Studio Co. Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - August 1, 2025Supervised and mentored a team of 3D/CG Artists in the making of an animation project.
Lead Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at Stöð 2
December 31, 2021 - August 1, 2025Managed all 2D and 3D graphics created for live evening TV news and operated high-end in-studio cameras used for live broadcasting.
Visual Effects Teacher at SAE University
November 30, 2018 - August 1, 2025Taught a class in Visual Effects and filming, instructed 25 students on shooting, planning VFX shots, and creating visual effects in 3DS Max, Maya, After Effects, and other software.
3D Generalist Artist at Blackstone Studios
May 31, 2009 - August 1, 2025Created commercials, 3D animations, and architectural visualizations for various Dubai clients, working both on film sets and with numerous clients.
3D VFX Artist at Draumsýn
May 31, 2008 - August 1, 2025Worked as a 3D VFX Artist and compositor on TV commercials and films, collaborating closely with major Icelandic film production companies on advertising campaigns for major corporations.
3rd Assistant Camera Operator at Pegasus EHF
October 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025Served as 3rd Assistant Operator and Grip on feature films, commercials, and music videos production.
Founder & Creative Director at Viking Productions LLC.
June 1, 2024 - PresentFounder of Viking Productions, delivering creative content and visual storytelling for commercial and local clients. Responsible for end-to-end production including photography, videography, and integrating 2D/3D animation to produce visually compelling media.
Video Producer / Senior Technical Artist at Directive Games North
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025Oversaw rigging, skinning, and in-game animation workflows; managed asset organization and quality control. Led end-to-end video production, including post-production and color grading.
Senior Graphic Designer / 3D / VFX designer at Pixelhunters
May 31, 2016 - August 1, 2025Produced award-winning projects and commercials for various clients in UAE. Collaborated with a team of professionals to create beautiful animations.
Graphic Department Manager at Game Design Solutions
February 28, 2019 - August 1, 2025Managed a group of freelancers worldwide and the Graphic Design and 3D departments. Responsible for creating UI interfaces, 3D animations, and stills for casino games.
Technical Animator & Advisor at Gunhil Studios
February 29, 2024 - August 1, 2025Collaborated on rigging and technical development for a feature film's main character. Designed and implemented dynamic rigs, and created fur and Yeti feather systems optimized for animation and production.
Technical Animation Supervisor at Icon Creative Studio / Walt Disney Animations Studio
September 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025Supervised and managed a team of Shot Finaling Artists and Technical Animators, overseeing the finalization, adjustment, and simulation of hair and cloth for all characters across shots.
CG Supervisor at M2 Animation Studio Co. Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - August 1, 2025Supervised a team of 3D/CG Artists in the making of an animation.
Lead Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at Stöð 2
December 31, 2021 - August 1, 2025In charge of all 2D and 3D graphics created for live evening TV news. Managed the in-studio high-end cameras used for live news broadcasting.
Visual Effects Teacher at SAE University
November 30, 2018 - August 1, 2025Taught a class in Visual Effects and filming to 25 students. Covered shooting and planning VFX shots and creating Visual Effects using 3DS Max, Maya, After Effects, and other software.
3D Generalist Artist at Blackstone Studios
May 31, 2009 - August 1, 2025Created commercials, 3D animations, and architectural visualizations for various clients in Dubai. Worked on film sets and client projects.
3D VFX Artist at Draumsýn
May 31, 2008 - August 1, 2025Worked as a 3D VFX Artist and Compositor on TV commercials and films. Collaborated closely with major film production companies in Iceland producing advertising campaigns for top Icelandic corporations.
3rd Assistant Camera Operator at Pegasus EHF
October 31, 2006 - August 1, 20253rd Assistant Operator and Grip on feature film, commercials, and music videos production.
Founder & Creative Director at Viking Productions LLC.
June 1, 2024 - PresentFounder of Viking Productions, delivering creative content and visual storytelling for commercial and local clients. Responsible for end-to-end production including photography, videography, and the integration of 2D/3D animation to produce visually compelling media.
Video Producer / Senior Technical Artist at Directive Games North
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025Oversaw rigging, skinning, and in-game animation workflows; managed asset organization and conducted quality control. Led end-to-end video production, including post-production and color grading.
Senior Graphic Designer / 3D / VFX designer at Pixelhunters
May 31, 2016 - August 1, 2025Made and won awards for projects and commercials for a number of big clients in the UAE. Worked together with a team of professionals and created beautiful animations.
Graphic Department Manager at Game Design Solutions
February 28, 2019 - August 1, 2025Managed a group of freelancers from all over the world and the department of Graphic Design and 3D. Responsible for creating UI interfaces, 3D animations and stills for Casino games.
Technical Animator & Advisor at Gunhil Studios
February 29, 2024 - August 1, 2025Collaborated on rigging and technical development for the main character in a feature film, including designing and implementing dynamic rigs, and creating fur and Yeti feather systems optimized for animation and production use.
Technical Animation Supervisor at Icon Creative Studio / Walt Disney Animations Studio
September 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025Supervised and managed a team of Shot Finaling Artists and Technical Animators, overseeing the finalization, adjustment, and simulation of hair and cloth for all characters across shots.
CG Supervisor at M2 Animation Studio Co. Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - August 1, 2025Supervised a team of 3D/CG Artists in the making of an animation.
Lead Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at Stöð 2
December 31, 2021 - August 1, 2025Was in charge of all 2D and 3D graphics created for the live evening TV news. Managed the in-studio high-end cameras used for live News broadcasting.
Visual Effects Teacher at SAE University
November 30, 2018 - August 1, 2025Taught a class in Visual Effects and filming. Had a class of 25 people and taught them how to shoot and plan for VFX shots and to create Visual Effects in 3DS Max, Maya, After Effects and more software.
3D Generalist Artist at Blackstone Studios
May 31, 2009 - August 1, 2025Was responsible for creating commercials, 3D Animations and Architectural Visualisations for clients in Dubai. Worked both on film sets and with numerous clients.
3D VFX Artist at DraumSyn
May 31, 2008 - August 1, 2025Worked as a 3D VFX Artist and a Compositor on TV commercials and films. Collaborated closely with major film production companies in Iceland, creating advertising campaigns for many of the biggest corporations.
3rd Assistant Camera Operator at Pegasus EHF
October 31, 2006 - August 1, 20253rd Assistant Operator and Grip on the production of feature films, commercials and music videos.
Founder & Creative Director at Viking Productions LLC
June 1, 2024 - November 13, 2025Delivering creative content and visuals storytelling for commercial and local clients. Responsible for end-to-end production including photography, videography, and the integration of 2D/3D animation to produce visually compelling media.
Supervisor - Shot Finaling & Technical Animation at Viking Productions LLC
September 2, 2023 - September 2, 2023Collaborated on rigging and technical development for the main character in a feature film, including designing and implementing dynamic rigs, and creating fur and Yeti feather systems optimized for animation and production use.
3D/VFX Artist
February 29, 2024 - February 29, 2024Collaborated on rigging and animation workflows for the main character in a feature film and contributed to dynamic rigging and production workflows.
3D/CG Artist & Live News Graphics Designer
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021In charge of all 2D and 3D graphics created for the live evening TV news and managed in-studio high-end camera use for live News broadcasting.
3D/CG Artist & Composer
May 1, 2008 - May 1, 2008Worked on 3D/CG art and composing for TV commercials and films.
Graphic Designer & 3D Artist
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2016Managed a group of freelancers and the department of Graphic Design and 3D; created UI interfaces, 3D animations and stills for film sets and with numerous clients in the UAE.
3rd Assistant Operator & Grip
October 1, 2006 - October 1, 2006Assistant/operator and grip on the production of feature films, commercials and music videos.
Founder at Viking Productions
February 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024Delivering creative content and visuals storytelling for commercial and local clients. End-to-end production including photography, videography, and integration of 2D/3D animation to produce visually compelling media.
Graphics Artist - 2D/3D at Live TV News
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021In charge of all 2D and 3D graphics created for the live evening TV news. Managed in-studio high-end cameras used for live news broadcasting.
Lead 3D / CG Supervisor at Disney TV Series (Contract)
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023Supervised and managed a team of Shot Finaling Artists and Technical Animators; oversaw finalization, adjustments, and simulations of hair and cloth for all characters and environments across every shot for a full Disney TV Series.
Art Director / Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at Dubai (Freelance)
February 1, 2019 - February 1, 2019Managed a group of freelancers in Graphic Design and 3D; created UI interfaces, 3D animations and stills for casino clients and other projects.
Art Director / Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at Dubai (Freelance)
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2016Managed a group of freelancers in Graphic Design and 3D; worked with professionals to create animations and visualizations.
3D Visual Artist & Compositor at Dubai (Film, TV & Advertising)
May 1, 2008 - May 1, 2008Worked as a 3D VFX Artist and Compositor on TV commercials and films.
3D Artist / Visualizations at Dubai
May 1, 2009 - May 1, 2009Creating commercial, 3D animations and architectural visualizations for clients in Dubai; worked on film sets and with numerous clients.
3rd Assistant Operator & Grip at Dubai
October 1, 2006 - October 1, 20063rd Assistant Operator and Grip on the production of feature films, commercials and music videos.
Education
Diploma with Honors in 3D Animation & Visual Effects at Vancouver Film School
October 1, 2006 - December 14, 2007Bachelors Degree in Natural Sciences at University of Iceland
December 16, 2005Bachelors Degree in Natural Sciences with majors in Math & Physics
Bachelor of Arts at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007Bachelor of Science at Fjölbrautaskóli Suðurnesja
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005Bachelor of Arts at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007Bachelor of Science at Fjölbrautaskóli Suðurnesja
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005Bachelor of Arts at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007Bachelor of Science at Fjölbrautaskóli Suðurnesja
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005Bachelor of Arts at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007Bachelor of Science at Fjölnbrautaskóli Suðurnesja
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005Diploma at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007Associates Degree at Fjölnbrautaskóli Suðurnesja
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005Bachelor of Arts at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007Bachelor of Science at Fjölbrautaskóli Suðurnesja
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 20053D / VFX Diploma (Honours) at Vancouver, Canada
January 1, 2007 - November 13, 2025Qualifications
Forex Trading
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016Forex Trading
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016Forex Trading
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016Forex Trading Course
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016Forex Trading
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016Forex Trading
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 20163D / VFX Diploma with honors
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007Associate Degree in Math & Physics
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 20053D / VFX Diploma with honors
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007Associate Degree in Math & Physics
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Diploma in 3D / VFX (Honours)
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025Industry Experience
Computers & Electronics, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Other, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Software & Internet
My 3D / VFX animation demo reel.
I directed, shot and created this commercial for Hotel Blafell in Iceland.
A little project I did by myself at home just for fun.
I worked as the Video Producer, Graphic Designer and Animator on this promo. I edited and color corrected the whole thing and created all graphics.
I worked as a Technical Animator on the Firebuds Season 2 series.
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