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Shahnam H.

Creative Director | Houdini VFX | 3D and Motion Graphics

"Elite Art Direction and Audio Visual Engineering for Film, Commercials and Tech" Hello, I am a Creative Director and Multidisciplinary Artist specializing in VFX, high-end 3D, and motion design. With a career spanning over a decade and multiple international awards, I began my journey in high-intensity productions of live-action VFX—skills I have since diversified into premium 3D animation and commercial motion design. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with filmmakers, musicians, global brands, and startups. To date, my portfolio includes over 140 projects, 15 films, 8 music videos, and 10 award wins and nominations. My work bridges the gap between technical complexity and elite art direction. When we collaborate, your project is backed by deep technical proficiency and a strategic creative vision—ensuring your message resonates perfectly with your intended audience. CLIENTS I COLLABORATE WITH: ▶️ FILMMAKERS, MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS requiring photorealistic, seamlessly integrated visual effects for live-action or full CG films and music videos, ▶️ COMMERCIAL BRANDS (Luxury goods, Biotech, Skincare sectors) that need High End commercial CGI designed to instantly capture attention on TV and social media. ▶️ START-UPS that require high-impact launch and feature focused films that assist in sales funnel and secure investor funding. ▶️ CONSUMER, GAMING TECH AND DEFENSE sectors that require translating complex CAD data into high-end, precision-modeled cinematic product films. If you are looking for exceptional visuals and sound that leave a lasting impression and elevate your brand, you are in the right place. PRIMARY TOOL STACK: ▶️ SideFX Houdini: The industry gold standard for elite VFX, simulations, and CG pipeline work. ▶️ Nuke: The industry-leading node-based VFX compositing software. ▶️ Adobe Creative Cloud: After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Substance 3D. Please view my portfolio and reach out with your idea. We'll bring it to life, no matter the scope or budget. Let's create something extraordinary!

🇵🇰Karachi, Pakistan$35/hr100% JSS4.93 (70)Since Jul 2012
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Earnings and projects

MRR
$150

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#123,316 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#17,148 / 52.9k
Revenue, last 30 days
$200

Last 6 months: $900

World#81,881 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#11,012 / 52.9k
Total earnings
$39k

Billed in all: $53k

World#91,480 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#8,133 / 52.9k
Per project
$438

$225 in the last 6 months

World#195,236 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#21,278 / 52.9k
Projects, last 6 months
4
100% fixed0% hourly
World#51,813 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#10,787 / 52.9k
Projects in all
90

Across 97 contracts

98% fixed2% hourly
World#31,807 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#4,758 / 52.9k

Earnings, last 30 days

$52.8k+$200 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$52.5k$52.6k$52.7k$52.8kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 21% in Autodesk Maya

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  2. #51Nuke196 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #5Top 26%
  3. #66Houdini266 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #4Top 25%
  4. #206Compositing713 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #18Top 29%
  5. #314Autodesk Maya1,468 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #31Top 21%
  6. #3193D Product Animation893 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #59Top 36%
  7. #510Visual Effects1,774 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #77Top 29%
  8. #880Motion Design2,808 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #97Top 31%