I’m a 3D motion designer and Houdini artist creating premium product visuals for beauty, wellness, fragrance, and tech brands. I specialize in cinematic animation, simulations, and polished CGI that help products stand out across campaigns, launches, and social media.…

Usman Shaikh

I’m a 3D motion designer and Houdini artist creating premium product visuals for beauty, wellness, fragrance, and tech brands. I specialize in cinematic animation, simulations, and polished CGI that help products stand out across campaigns, launches, and social media.…

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I’m a 3D motion designer and Houdini artist creating premium product visuals for beauty, wellness, fragrance, and tech brands. I specialize in cinematic animation, simulations, and polished CGI that help products stand out across campaigns, launches, and social media.

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Work Experience

Freelance Visual Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2022 - Present
Communicated with clients remotely to understand requirements, answer questions, and provide regular updates; managed multiple assignments from initial request through revisions and final delivery; resolved creative and technical issues while keeping clients informed of progress; organized feedback, deadlines, files, and deliverables to ensure requests were completed accurately; translated client needs into clear production tasks and practical solutions; produced video, packaging, graphic design, and 3D content for consumer brands and other clients.
Cashier at A&W
July 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Welcomed customers and helped determine their orders; processed customer orders and recorded them in the restaurant database; relayed orders to kitchen staff; ensured orders were delivered to customers in a timely manner; accepted cash and returned correct change; tallied money in the cash drawer at the beginning and end of each shift; placed food orders into appropriate bags and boxes; responded to customer inquiries, issued receipts, and recorded customer suggestions; kept eating, service, and kitchen spaces clean and organized; helped kitchen staff when needed.
Order Picker at Fleurexpert
November 1, 2020 - February 28, 2021
Picked, organized, and verified orders for delivery or pickup; used appropriate lift truck equipment to prepare customer orders; worked in a team environment to support customers at the service desk including general customer questions, taking calls, operating the cash register, and doing product returns; staged items correctly for delivery; operated scanners to ensure proper order picking and accurate inventory management; used computer terminals and/or portable phones to check inventory, look up orders, and notify customers when products were ready for pickup; planned ahead for future deliveries and streamlined processes.
Sales Associate/Cashier at Staples
July 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020
Maximized sales opportunities by using current selling techniques and company programs; provided store coverage and assistance across areas where business needs required and supported associate training; communicated regularly with the manager to maximize sales; directed customers to merchandising within the store; processed transactions at the cash register, issued receipts; maintained company merchandising standards including pricing, signage, promotional planners, ad setups, and displays; secured company assets and managed physical inventory; maintained general cleanliness of assigned areas; identified and communicated improvement suggestions across store operations.
In-House Video Editor at TVP Studio
April 1, 2018 - August 31, 2019
Manipulated and edited film pieces to be invisible to the audience; understood production team needs and specifications; reviewed scripts and raw material to create shot decision lists; trimmed footage and assembled sequences; incorporated music, dialogue, graphics, and effects; produced rough and final cuts ensuring logical sequencing and smooth running; collaborated with stakeholders across production to post-production; continuously researched and implemented new editing technologies and industry best practices to maximize efficiency.

Education

3D Animation & Visual Effects (AEC) at ESMAM ontréal - École Supérieure des Métiers Artistiques
September 1, 2021 - August 31, 2023
Bachelor’s Degree, Film Studies (Film Studies) at Concordia University Montréal
September 1, 2019 - May 31, 2021
A Levels (Psychology, Computer Science and Media Studies) at Southshore College Karachi
September 1, 2016 - May 31, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail
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