I am a VFX and Motion Graphics Artist with over 10 years of experience creating impactful visuals for primetime television and cinematic content. I specialize in 2D/3D compositing, stylized visual effects, and broadcast-grade motion design, with a proven record of optimizing post-production workflows and building remote-ready pipelines. I've contributed to award-winning series such as Sanggre, Voltes 5, and The Lost Recipe, working seamlessly with Adobe After Effects, Blender, and Unreal Engine to bring complex narratives to life. Throughout my career, I have developed expertise in compositing, environment and fluid simulations, and motion graphics, while leading VFX production under tight deadlines. I'm comfortable working in fast-paced environments and am available for freelance, project-based, or remote roles globally, always eager to deliver creative solutions and high-quality visual storytelling.

Johanna Razon-Ernesto

I am a VFX and Motion Graphics Artist with over 10 years of experience creating impactful visuals for primetime television and cinematic content. I specialize in 2D/3D compositing, stylized visual effects, and broadcast-grade motion design, with a proven record of optimizing post-production workflows and building remote-ready pipelines. I've contributed to award-winning series such as Sanggre, Voltes 5, and The Lost Recipe, working seamlessly with Adobe After Effects, Blender, and Unreal Engine to bring complex narratives to life. Throughout my career, I have developed expertise in compositing, environment and fluid simulations, and motion graphics, while leading VFX production under tight deadlines. I'm comfortable working in fast-paced environments and am available for freelance, project-based, or remote roles globally, always eager to deliver creative solutions and high-quality visual storytelling.

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I am a VFX and Motion Graphics Artist with over 10 years of experience creating impactful visuals for primetime television and cinematic content. I specialize in 2D/3D compositing, stylized visual effects, and broadcast-grade motion design, with a proven record of optimizing post-production workflows and building remote-ready pipelines. I’ve contributed to award-winning series such as Sanggre, Voltes 5, and The Lost Recipe, working seamlessly with Adobe After Effects, Blender, and Unreal Engine to bring complex narratives to life.

Throughout my career, I have developed expertise in compositing, environment and fluid simulations, and motion graphics, while leading VFX production under tight deadlines. I’m comfortable working in fast-paced environments and am available for freelance, project-based, or remote roles globally, always eager to deliver creative solutions and high-quality visual storytelling.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

3D VFX Artist and Compositor at GMA Network, Inc.
January 1, 2024 - July 18, 2025
Developed a Blender–Unreal pipeline for the Mesopotamian castle Sapiro in Sanggre 2025, reducing render time by 40%. Simulated high-fidelity fire, smoke, water, and destruction FX using Blender for Voltes 5 and Descendants of the Sun. Composited cinematic matte paintings, fluid simulations, and 2D particle effects for Lolong and The Lost Recipe. Delivered final composited VFX shots for The Lost Recipe, winning Best Visual Effects in a TV Series (Asian Academy Creative Awards). Led VFX production under tight broadcast deadlines, contributing to 7+ major series with 200+ composited scenes.
Graphic Designer at AdWorks
January 1, 2007 - July 18, 2025
Designed promotional campaigns for SM Provincial Malls and various client projects. Served as copywriter and creative team member, guiding junior artists and ensuring consistency in design execution.
2D VFX Artist and Compositor at GMA Network, Inc.
January 1, 2020 - July 18, 2025
Created high-quality VFX for green-screen effects, including keying, rotoscoping, tracking, and compositing. Designed particles, water simulations, and dynamic effects for shows like Encantadia, contributing to its visual grandeur. Partnered with teams to deliver polished outputs for profile series, including Victor Magtanggol and Mulawin vs Ravena.
Motion Graphics Artist and Animator at GMA Network, Inc.
January 1, 2020 - July 18, 2025
Designed and animated on-air promotional content for short-form projects and corporate campaigns. Directed pre-production planning and mentored junior artists, ensuring high-quality deliverables aligned with creative objectives.
3D VFX Artist and Compositor at GMA Network, Inc.
January 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Developed a Blender–Unreal pipeline for key projects, reducing render time by 40%. Simulated high-fidelity effects such as fire, smoke, water, and destruction for popular series. Composited cinematic matte paintings, fluid simulations, and 2D particle effects. Delivered award-winning visual effects shots and led production for multiple major series under tight broadcast deadlines.
Graphic Designer at AdWorks
January 1, 2007 - August 1, 2025
Designed promotional campaigns for various clients including SM Provincial Malls. Served as copywriter and creative team member, guiding junior artists and maintaining design consistency.
2D VFX Artist and Compositor at GMA Network, Inc.
December 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Created high-quality VFX for green-screen effects, including keying, rotoscoping, tracking, and compositing. Designed particles, water simulations, and dynamic effects for shows like Encantadia. Collaborated with teams to deliver polished visuals for multiple profile series.
Motion Graphics Artist and Animator at GMA Network, Inc.
December 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Designed and animated on-air promotional content for short-form projects and corporate campaigns. Directed pre-production planning and mentored junior artists to ensure quality deliverables aligned with creative goals.
3D VFX Artist and Compositor at GMA Network, Inc.
January 1, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Developed a Blender–Unreal pipeline for the Mesopotamian castle Sapiro in Sanggre 2025, reducing render time by 40%. Simulated high-fidelity fire, smoke, water, and destruction effects using Blender for Voltes 5 and Descendants of the Sun. Composited cinematic matte paintings, fluid simulations, and 2D particle effects for Lolong and The Lost Recipe. Delivered final composited VFX shots for The Lost Recipe, winning Best Visual Effects in a TV Series at the Asian Academy Creative Awards. Led VFX production under tight broadcast deadlines, contributing to over 200 composited scenes in 7+ major series.
Graphic Designer at AdWorks
January 1, 2007 - August 19, 2025
Designed promotional campaigns for SM Provincial Malls and various client projects. Acted as copywriter and creative team member, guiding junior artists and ensuring consistency in design execution.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of the Philippines, Diliman
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major in Visual Communication at University of the Philippines, Diliman
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Certificate Course in Autodesk Maya at Microcadd Institute, Inc.
January 1, 2008 - August 19, 2025

Qualifications

Certificate Course in Autodesk Maya
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Certificate Course in Autodesk Maya
January 1, 2008 - August 19, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services