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I'm Stefan van Niekerk, a 3D Designer/3D Modeler/Animator and Visual Effects Artist with a passion for turning concepts into polished visuals. I bring 3 years of innovation-driven expertise in hard-surface modeling, organic sculpting, texturing, shading, lighting, and motion design. I thrive on collaborative, cross-department teamwork to deliver creative solutions on tight deadlines. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, I've worked on diverse branding and animation projects for clients such as Cornetto, Jacobs Krönung, Oh So Heavenly, Discovery Bank, Cadbury, and LEGO, and I have had opportunities to engage with high-profile projects through Wondermerk Studios. I value a friendly, professional approach and am always eager to take on new challenges.…I'm Stefan van Niekerk, a 3D Designer/3D Modeler/Animator and Visual Effects Artist with a passion for turning concepts into polished visuals. I bring 3 years of innovation-driven expertise in hard-surface modeling, organic sculpting, texturing, shading, lighting, and motion design. I thrive on collaborative, cross-department teamwork to deliver creative solutions on tight deadlines. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, I've worked on diverse branding and animation projects for clients such as Cornetto, Jacobs Krönung, Oh So Heavenly, Discovery Bank, Cadbury, and LEGO, and I have had opportunities to engage with high-profile projects through Wondermerk Studios. I value a friendly, professional approach and am always eager to take on new challenges.

Stefan van Niekerk

3D Animator, 2D Animator, 3D Modeler, +7

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I'm Stefan van Niekerk, a 3D Designer/3D Modeler/Animator and Visual Effects Artist with a passion for turning concepts into polished visuals. I bring 3 years of innovation-driven expertise in hard-surface modeling, organic sculpting, texturing, shading, lighting, and motion design. I thrive on collaborative, cross-department teamwork to deliver creative solutions on tight deadlines. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, I've worked on diverse branding and animation projects for clients such as Cornetto, Jacobs Krönung, Oh So Heavenly, Discovery Bank, Cadbury, and LEGO, and I have had opportunities to engage with high-profile projects through Wondermerk Studios. I value a friendly, professional approach and am always eager to take on new challenges.…I'm Stefan van Niekerk, a 3D Designer/3D Modeler/Animator and Visual Effects Artist with a passion for turning concepts into polished visuals. I bring 3 years of innovation-driven expertise in hard-surface modeling, organic sculpting, texturing, shading, lighting, and motion design. I thrive on collaborative, cross-department teamwork to deliver creative solutions on tight deadlines. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, I've worked on diverse branding and animation projects for clients such as Cornetto, Jacobs Krönung, Oh So Heavenly, Discovery Bank, Cadbury, and LEGO, and I have had opportunities to engage with high-profile projects through Wondermerk Studios. I value a friendly, professional approach and am always eager to take on new challenges.

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I’m Stefan van Niekerk, a 3D Designer/3D Modeler/Animator and Visual Effects Artist with a passion for turning concepts into polished visuals. I bring 3 years of innovation-driven expertise in hard-surface modeling, organic sculpting, texturing, shading, lighting, and motion design. I thrive on collaborative, cross-department teamwork to deliver creative solutions on tight deadlines.

Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, I’ve worked on diverse branding and animation projects for clients such as Cornetto, Jacobs Krönung, Oh So Heavenly, Discovery Bank, Cadbury, and LEGO, and I have had opportunities to engage with high-profile projects through Wondermerk Studios. I value a friendly, professional approach and am always eager to take on new challenges.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Afrikaans

Fluent

English

Fluent

Work Experience

3D and 2D Generalist at Wondermerk Studios

December 20, 2022 - Present

Effectively worked on projects weekly with changing requirements, all under strict deadlines and requiring timely project completion. Professional commitment and collaboration with team members across departments to provide creative solutions and support for projects. The opportunity to work with Disney+ on Kizazi Moto Episode 4 and branding/visual production for multiple clients such as Plascon, Cornetto, Jacobs Krönung, Oh So Heavenly, Discovery Bank, Cadbury Lunch Bar, Ingrams, Maybelline New York, Amstel Radler, Cremissimo, Steady Aim, Chick Inn, Cadbury Finger, Walls Heart brand, and LEGO.