CGI artist and generalist with 15 years of experience creating high-end still-life imagery and 5 years in CGI for advertising. I specialize in photorealistic cosmetics and jewelry visualization using Houdini and Redshift, blending studio photography lighting knowledge with advanced CGI workflows. I’ve delivered premium visuals for global luxury and beauty brands, collaborating closely with creative directors, producers, and post-production teams to maintain consistency across stills and advertising motion under tight deadlines.

Nobuo Niki

CGI artist and generalist with 15 years of experience creating high-end still-life imagery and 5 years in CGI for advertising. I specialize in photorealistic cosmetics and jewelry visualization using Houdini and Redshift, blending studio photography lighting knowledge with advanced CGI workflows. I’ve delivered premium visuals for global luxury and beauty brands, collaborating closely with creative directors, producers, and post-production teams to maintain consistency across stills and advertising motion under tight deadlines.

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CGI artist and generalist with 15 years of experience creating high-end still-life imagery and 5 years in CGI for advertising. I specialize in photorealistic cosmetics and jewelry visualization using Houdini and Redshift, blending studio photography lighting knowledge with advanced CGI workflows.

I’ve delivered premium visuals for global luxury and beauty brands, collaborating closely with creative directors, producers, and post-production teams to maintain consistency across stills and advertising motion under tight deadlines.

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Work Experience

Commercial Photographer
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2020
Specialized in still-life and product photography for cosmetics and luxury clients. Directed and executed studio lighting setups tailored to highlight materials and packaging. Partnered with retouching and CGI teams to seamlessly merge photography with digital assets.
Freelance CGI Artist & Photographer
January 1, 2010 - Present
Created high-end cosmetic product renders and motion spots using Houdini and Redshift. Blended photographic lighting expertise with CGI to achieve hyper-realistic outputs aligned with brand aesthetics. Delivered assets for advertising campaigns, ensuring consistency between stills and motion across platforms. Collaborated with agencies and clients to realize creative visions under tight deadlines.

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Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail