I am Nils Arne Brekke, a creative leader and technical expert with over 20 years of experience in 3D animation, visual effects, and digital production. I have a proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering award-winning work across film, architecture, and media, combining strong storytelling with robust technical pipelines. In my role as CEO/Creative Director at Steamheads, I guide cross-disciplinary teams, mentor talent, and push the boundaries of cutting-edge technologies to create immersive visual experiences. I am passionate about collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality outputs that resonate with audiences and clients alike.…

Nils Arne Brekke

I am Nils Arne Brekke, a creative leader and technical expert with over 20 years of experience in 3D animation, visual effects, and digital production. I have a proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering award-winning work across film, architecture, and media, combining strong storytelling with robust technical pipelines. In my role as CEO/Creative Director at Steamheads, I guide cross-disciplinary teams, mentor talent, and push the boundaries of cutting-edge technologies to create immersive visual experiences. I am passionate about collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality outputs that resonate with audiences and clients alike.…

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I am Nils Arne Brekke, a creative leader and technical expert with over 20 years of experience in 3D animation, visual effects, and digital production. I have a proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering award-winning work across film, architecture, and media, combining strong storytelling with robust technical pipelines.

In my role as CEO/Creative Director at Steamheads, I guide cross-disciplinary teams, mentor talent, and push the boundaries of cutting-edge technologies to create immersive visual experiences. I am passionate about collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality outputs that resonate with audiences and clients alike.

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Experience Level

Work Experience

CEO/ Creative Director at Steamheads AS
January 1, 2015 - Present
Lead strategy, creative direction, and delivery of digital production projects; oversee pipelines and team management across Steamheads’ projects, driving innovative solutions and high-quality visual output.
Senior Graphic Designer at Portal One AS
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Design and implement graphic assets, branding, and visual storytelling for Portal One's projects; collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to meet client goals.
Chairman of the Board at Marihøna Barnehage
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Governance and strategic oversight for the kindergarten; leadership and organizational development.
Senior 3D Generalist at Stripe AS, Norway
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
3D modeling, animation, lighting, and rendering for client projects; development of pipelines and asset creation.
3D Artist & VFX Specialist (Freelance) at Freelance
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Provided 3D art, visual effects and related production services for various clients.
Visionarium Manager/Digital Artist at Selvaag BlueThink, Norway
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Managed Visionarium projects and digital artwork; created visualization content for clients.
Technical Director & 3D Generalist at Telenor Eiendom Holding (Expo Multimedia)
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Technical direction, workflows, and 3D production for Expo Multimedia projects.
Technical Director & 3D Generalist at Telenor Keypartner, Norway
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
Technical direction and 3D production for Keypartner projects.
3D Generalist & System Administrator at Telenor Expo Media, Norway
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001
3D generalist work and system administration for Expo Media projects.
3D Modeler & Project Leader at Indicom Ltd, Norway
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
3D modeling and project leadership for client projects.
Teacher's Assistant at Vancouver Film School, Canada
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
Teaching assistant for VFS courses.

Education

Diploma with Honors, Visual FX Stream at Vancouver Film School (VFS), Canada
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Diploma with Honors, 3D Animation and Digital Effects at Vancouver Film School (VFS), Canada
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997
Software Systems for the Arts and Media at University of Hertfordshire, UK
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1996
Diploma, Graphic Design at Idefagsskolen, Norway
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1995
Marketing and Data Administration at Handelssgymnas, Norway
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1994

Qualifications

Bentley Award for Best Use of New Technology
January 1, 1999 - February 4, 2026
Nominated for Best Architectural Visualization (3D Festival)
January 1, 2000 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services

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