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I'm a rising filmmaker and Visual & Media Arts student with a deep passion for creating compelling visuals through VFX, on-set supervision, and editing. I thrive in collaborative environments and love turning bold concepts into polished, story-driven sequences. Proficient with industry-standard software and workflows, I’m eager to contribute to ambitious projects in film and media, continuously learning new techniques and pushing creative boundaries.…I'm a rising filmmaker and Visual & Media Arts student with a deep passion for creating compelling visuals through VFX, on-set supervision, and editing. I thrive in collaborative environments and love turning bold concepts into polished, story-driven sequences. Proficient with industry-standard software and workflows, I’m eager to contribute to ambitious projects in film and media, continuously learning new techniques and pushing creative boundaries.

Jacob Schmidt

Visual Effects Artist, Video Editor, VFX Supervisor, +2

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I'm a rising filmmaker and Visual & Media Arts student with a deep passion for creating compelling visuals through VFX, on-set supervision, and editing. I thrive in collaborative environments and love turning bold concepts into polished, story-driven sequences. Proficient with industry-standard software and workflows, I’m eager to contribute to ambitious projects in film and media, continuously learning new techniques and pushing creative boundaries.…I'm a rising filmmaker and Visual & Media Arts student with a deep passion for creating compelling visuals through VFX, on-set supervision, and editing. I thrive in collaborative environments and love turning bold concepts into polished, story-driven sequences. Proficient with industry-standard software and workflows, I’m eager to contribute to ambitious projects in film and media, continuously learning new techniques and pushing creative boundaries.

Available to hire

I’m a rising filmmaker and Visual & Media Arts student with a deep passion for creating compelling visuals through VFX, on-set supervision, and editing. I thrive in collaborative environments and love turning bold concepts into polished, story-driven sequences.

Proficient with industry-standard software and workflows, I’m eager to contribute to ambitious projects in film and media, continuously learning new techniques and pushing creative boundaries.

Skills

Adobe After Effects

Blender

Experience Level

Adobe After Effects

Expert

Blender

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

VFX Supervisor at Release Me (Independent Film)

November 1, 2025 - Present

Supervised on-set special effects including blood squib operation and prosthetic applications; Managed prosthetics and makeup department, overseeing design and application protocols; Coordinated on-set effects execution with post-production VFX pipeline.

VFX Supervisor at Gaggle of Superheroes (GO SH) – EIV Series

October 1, 2025 - Present

Overseeing VFX across HDRI capturing, 2D compositing, and 3D compositing workflows; Managing effects production pipeline, coordinating with production and post-production teams; Ensuring consistency and quality across multiple VFX shots; Particle simulation and texturing.

Visual Effects Artist at Route 52 (Independent Film)

September 1, 2025 - Present

Executed 2D digital compositing using Adobe After Effects; Integrated mixed media techniques to achieve specific aesthetic visuals; Delivered composed shots meeting technical specs and creative director feedback.

Video Editor Intern at The Shark Group

May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Edited Instagram carousel content for Daymon John's official account using Adobe Premiere Pro and CapCut; Collaborated with management to format video content according to brand guidelines; Successfully delivered video content that was approved and published to Daymon John's Instagram account.

Special Effects Supervisor, Concept Artist at UNIVERSUM SATZ (Independent Student Film)

March 1, 2023 - Present

Managed post-production team of sound designers, editors, and colorists; Provided on-set technical supervision to optimize footage for post-production; Developed comprehensive technical workflows and shot plans for special effects; Coordinated cross-departmental communication between production and post-production teams.

Event Videographer and Editor at Freelance

March 1, 2023 - Present

Produced, shot, and edited various video projects for clients; Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and deliver tailored video content; Used Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects to create polished, professional-grade videos.

Video Streaming Coordinator at Temple Kol Ami Emmanu-El

June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Managed and executed live streams for services and events; Set up and maintained audio and visual equipment; Coordinated with staff to ensure smooth operation and high-quality streaming.

Special Effects Supervisor, Concept Artist at UNIVERSUM SATZ

February 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025