Abner B. Ortiz Fernández
Freelancer
Toa Baja
30
Years of experience
Adaptable Special Effects Artist and Video Editor bringing 26 years of comprehensive experience editing and manipulating video elements to create eye catching commercials and music videos. Communicative and systematic professional with strong portfolio. Proficient in Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightwave 3D, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and other software to add value to your projects.
Work History
Video Data Loader
19 Years 5 Months- Used Shot Put Pro in video shootings to offload video footage into hard drives.
- Insured the safety and integrity of video information.
- Coordinated with the director, director of photography, and camera department to assess proper focus, and exposure situations.
Motion Graphics Artist
19 Years 5 Months- Created 3-D models, animations, and photorealistic special effects using Lightwave 3D to transform everyday situations into art directors' vision.
- Devised 2-D animations to augment TV commercials using graphics and typography.
- Retouched videos to correct imperfections and enhance material according to producers' and directors' requests.
Tattoo Designer for Streaming TV Show "Startup"
2 Years 1 Month- Designed custom temporary tattoo for all major characters of the show.
- Guaranteed designs adhere to company brand standards and guidelines.
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
- Analyzed feedback from customers and staff to refine design concepts.
Motion Graphics Video Editor
1 Year- Utilized Avid DS to manipulate, splice, and edit digital video.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Cloud to construct animated graphics to augment visual impact of TV commercials.
- Worked with producers and other team members to meet deadlines.
Video Editor
3 Months- Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to accomplish exciting music videos to captivate music loving audiences.
- Partnered with colorists to develop look and feel of each music video.
- Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
Motion Graphics Artist
7 Years 9 Months- Used Adobe After Effects to compose digital video elements.
- Created 3-D models with textures, animations and photorealistic renders with shadows and lifelike features using Lightwave 3D.
- Used Adobe Photoshop to retouch, manipulate, and enhance still images to utilize them as animated video elements.
- Performed tracking and motion matching on digital video to help integrate graphics or to erase unwanted details.
- Created computer-generated simulations and effects.
- Designed and animated typographical elements to produce exciting components on TV commercials.
- Worked under tight deadlines alone or with direct supervision of clients.
- Trained and mentored junior editors on team.
Construction Supervisor
7 Months- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Eliminated project lags by inspecting work-in-progress, tracking lead times to achieve quality control specifications.
- Conducted weekly meetings with contractors to discuss project status and progress.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor Of Arts - Philosophy
Skills
Adobe Creative Cloud
Lightwave 3D
Mocha Pro
Visual Effects Creation
Motion Graphics Design
Digital Illustration
Three-Dimensional Modeling
Drawing and Sketching
Advanced Rotoscoping
Photorealistic Rendering
Camera Tracking
Animation
Match Moving
Digital Rendering
Composition Skills
Mac OS X Proficient
Microsoft Office Suite
Complex Problem Solver
Strong Analytical Skills
Attention to Detail
Excellent Team Player
Client Relationships
Languages
Spanish
C2
Bilingual or Proficient
English
C2
Bilingual or Proficient
Timeline
Tattoo Designer for Streaming TV Show "Startup"
Sony Pictures Television (US)
02.2016 - 03.2018Read More
Video Data Loader
Freelancer
03.2007 - CurrentRead More
Motion Graphics Artist
Freelancer
03.2007 - CurrentRead More
Motion Graphics Video Editor
Alfa Recordings
03.2006 - 03.2007Read More
Video Editor
NB-110
12.2005 - 03.2006Read More
Motion Graphics Artist
Paradiso Films
08.1997 - 05.2005Read More
Construction Supervisor
Dennis González & Assoc.
05.1996 - 12.1996Read More
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor Of Science from Mechanical Engineering
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Universidad De Puerto Rico
Bachelor Of Arts from Philosophy
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