AUTODESK MAYA
OLIVER H. POHORILLE
3D DESIGNER/MOTION DESIGNER
Cape Town,WC
Summary
Creative design professional with expertise in 3D modeling, rendering, and animation. Known for producing detailed and innovative visual content that meets and exceeds client expectations. Focused on team collaboration and adapting to dynamic project requirements, ensuring reliable and flexible contributions to project success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior 3D Designer
Freelance
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2018 - Current
- 7+ years of experience in 3D design and animation, proficient in industry-standard tools, including Maya, Cinema 4D, Arnold Renderer, and Marvelous Designer.
- Led creative direction and executed all stages of production: 3D modeling, texturing, shading, lighting, rigging, and animation across commercial and artistic projects.
- Delivered 3D animation and visuals for broadcast TVCs, as well as music videos, AR experiences, and full cross-platform campaigns for brands spanning fashion, tech, and lifestyle.
- Produced work for multiple outputs, including social media, in-store graphics, e-commerce, and digital installations, adapting content for various screen formats and environments.
- Directed and mentored teams of junior designers and freelancers, managing workflows from concept to final render, while maintaining creative quality and production deadlines.
- Specialized in cinematic camera control, lighting setups, and photorealistic rendering, with a focus on mood, storytelling, and brand alignment.
- Collaborated with agencies and global brands, ensuring a cohesive visual language and consistency across stills and animated content, from storyboarding to post-production.
- Developed innovative 3D designs with attention to detail, resulting in highly realistic renderings and animations.
- Performed thorough quality control checks on finished projects, ensuring flawless execution before final submission.
- Created custom 3D assets for integration into various multimedia projects, ensuring seamless compatibility.
- Used Adobe Photoshop to create realistic textures for graphics and 3D animations.
Junior 3D Animator
Freelance
Johannesburg, South Africa
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported rigging team with valuable input on character designs, optimizing rigs for better animation results.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop engaging animated content for diverse audiences.
- Maintained organized file structures and naming conventions, ensuring efficient asset management.
- Enhanced visual storytelling by creating high-quality 3D animations for various projects.
- Contributed to the success of multiple projects by creating compelling character animations and effects.
- Streamlined animation processes by implementing efficient workflows and tools, reducing production time.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Motion Picture Medium
05.2015 - 02.2018
Skills
Problem-solving abilities
Object stabilization
Time management
Excellent communication
CAD software
Graphics design
Animation
Editing
Story development
Team collaboration
Software
BLENDER
CINEMA 4D
ADOBE PREMIER PRO
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS
UNREAL ENGINE
MIDJOURNEY
Awards
DAZED MAGAZINE TOP 100 CREATIVES 2022, Design Futures Lab 2021
CLIENT PORTFOLIO
- NIKE
- PUMA
- ADIDAS
- PACO RABANNE
- JOHNNIE WALKER
- MTV
- SPORTSCENE
- BALMAIN
- VUSE
Timeline
Senior 3D Designer - Freelance
01.2018 - Current
Junior 3D Animator - Freelance
03.2016 - 01.2017
AFDA - Bachelor of Arts, Motion Picture Medium
05.2015 - 02.2018