Jayson Mashau
Summary
Creative and versatile multimedia designer with expertise in videography, lighting, graphic design, video editing, 3D modeling, and VFX. Passionate about visual storytelling and skilled at transforming ideas into captivating digital experiences. Excels at crafting breathtaking visuals, enhancing video content, and creating dynamic motion graphics and capturing stories through a lens and lighting. Driven by a desire to push the boundaries of creativity. Diverse skill set enables delivery of high-quality content across various media platforms while effectively collaborating with others. Seeking to contribute talents to a forward-thinking team that prioritizes visual excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
VFX Artist
Focal Productions
01.2024 - Current
- Contributed to successful project pitches with engaging concept art and storyboards, securing new clients for the studio.
- Delivered high-quality assets on time by effectively managing workload and meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
- Participated in client meetings to gather feedback and make necessary adjustments to meet their creative vision.
- Achieved seamless integration of live-action footage with CG elements by utilizing advanced compositing techniques.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to create visually stunning scenes for film and television projects.
Multimedia Intern
OL Afrika
01.2023 - Current
- Used InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create design ideas.
- Managed digital archives to maintain organized file management system of images and video clips.
- Assisted with post-production of video archives by scrubbing, cataloging and organizing clips.
- Collaborated with twenty-person team to construct interactive presentations and analyze processes, events and services.
- Used Adobe Photoshop to create storyboards and work plans.
- Manipulated color, light, texture and shadows to make objects and characters appear lifelike.
- Translated video, graphics and audio animation into distributable formats.
Graphic Designer
Psyche Studios
01.2022 - Current
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
Visual Effects Artist
Minute Made Films
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Advanced designs from concept toward implementation by creating mock-ups for review.
- Met challenging demands of productions by developing cutting-edge effects.
- Achieved production targets consistently by tracking and managing workflow through departments.
- Worked with directors, technical staff and editors to refine designs and better reach end goals.
- Created artistic designs for technical personnel to use in final effects.
- Prepared digital storyboards outlining creative progression of projects.
Video Editor
Psyche Studios
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Created short-form videos, animated gifs and motion graphics for social media posts.
- Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
- Combined text, video and other composited elements onscreen to create logical, coherent layouts.
- Enhanced video quality by applying color correction, grading, and special effects techniques.
- Increased viewer engagement through skillful use of pacing, rhythm, and transitions in video edits.
- Contributed new ideas and looked for ways to improve content editing and processes.
- Edited together video, audio still imagery and motion graphics for creative and informational multimedia projects.
- Improved client satisfaction by delivering visually engaging content tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
- Designed custom graphics and animations to enhance visual storytelling in video productions.
- Organized and worked with raw footage from multiple cameras and sources.
- Maintained organized digital archives of raw footage, final edits, and other assets for easy access and retrieval.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
- Developed creative solutions for complex editing challenges, enhancing the overall narrative impact of videos.
- Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure cohesive storytelling and visual continuity across multiple projects.
3D Artist
Psyche Studios
01.2020 - 12.2024
- Worked closely with art directors to ensure consistency in style and quality across all 3D assets.
- Worked with other artists, animators and programmers to execute projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Delivered high-quality work under tight deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude toward challenging tasks.
- Enhanced visual appeal of game environments by designing and modeling 3D assets.
- Solved technical challenges with innovative solutions, enhancing final product quality and reducing production time.
- Consistently met deadlines through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Streamlined the development process by optimizing 3D models for efficient rendering and performance.
Gaffer
Minute Made Films
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Implemented creative solutions under tight budgets while still delivering high-quality visual effects for small-scale projects or independent films.
- Optimized energy usage by utilizing eco-friendly solutions such as LED lights and solar power panels.
- Prepared contingency plans for unexpected changes during production, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
- Collaborated with directors and cinematographers to achieve desired visual effects, contributing to overall production value.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions during productions, adjusting lighting strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Enhanced lighting quality by designing and implementing tailored lighting setups for various film productions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Motion Picture Medium
AFDA
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2022 - 01.2024
Skills
Lighting
Graphic Design
Adobe Photoshop
Blender
Motion Graphics
Adobe After Effects
Videography
3D
Visual Effects (VFX)
Video editing
Camera tracking
Certification
Competence in First Aid, Level 1
Timeline
VFX Artist
Focal Productions
01.2024 - Current
Gaffer
Minute Made Films
02.2023 - 11.2024
Multimedia Intern
OL Afrika
01.2023 - Current
Visual Effects Artist
Minute Made Films
01.2023 - 12.2024
Graphic Designer
Psyche Studios
01.2022 - Current
Video Editor
Psyche Studios
01.2022 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Motion Picture Medium
AFDA
01.2022 - 01.2024
3D Artist
Psyche Studios
01.2020 - 12.2024
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