3D Explainers

Cinematic 3D Explainers

When flat drawings isn’t enough, 3D animation adds the depth, scale, and wow factor your project deserves. I specialize in high-fidelity 3D explainers that allow viewers to fly through complex environments, see internal product mechanics, and experience your brand in a fully realized digital world.

Uses

Abstract 3D Visualizations: Using metaphors and high-end textures to explain intangible services (like SASS, Cloud Security, or AI).

Industrial & Technical Explainers: Showing the inner workings of complex machinery or how an object is made.

High Quality Product Explainers: Creating a premium product animation for high-end consumer goods.

The Process

Step 1: The Debrief

We discuss your requirements, files, mood boards, and style.

Step 2: Storyboard & Animatic

Conceptual still frames and a low-detail 3D blockout to ensure the timing and camera moves are perfect.

Step 3: Look Development

Refining the modeling, shading, lighting, and materials of the 3D scene.

Step 4: Simulation, Rendering, and Motion Graphics

Adding the final polish: physics simulations, particles, and layered motion graphics.

Step 5: Final Delivery

You receive a high quality, ready to use file (ProRes, MP4, or your preferred file type).

Examples & Use Cases

SAM Explainer

Explainer | 3D | After Effects

Air Burst Munitions

Explainer | 3D | After Effects

Pickleball Noise

Explainer | 3D | After Effects

Gargoyle Explainer

Explainer | 3D | After Effects

Ramjet Engines Explainer

Explainer | 3D | After Effects

F-35 Special

3D | After Effects | Blender

Hurricane ITE

Explainer | 3D | After Effects

San Diego’s AAPI Heritage

Explainer | 3D | After Effects

Winter Weather 2022

3D | After Effects | Blender

Hydroplaning Explainer

3D | After Effects | Blender

Winter Weather Outlook 2021

3D | After Effects | Blender

Hurricane Scale Explainer

3D | After Effects | C4D

TEGNA Mobile App Explainer

Explainer | 3D | After Effects

Speeding Explainer

3D | After Effects | Blender

Lake Effect Snow Explainers

3D | After Effects | Blender

COVID-19 Explainer

3D | After Effects | C4D

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions:

On average, a 60-second animated graphic takes between 1 to 6 weeks from the initial debrief to final delivery. This allows time for storyboarding, feedback cycles, sound design, and render time. Simpler projects can be done in as little as 24-48hrs. If you have a tighter deadline, let me know and we can discuss options or simplifying the visual style.

I can work with what you have! If you already have a script and recorded VO, I can jump straight into storyboarding. If you’re starting from scratch, I can assist with script development and help source professional voice talent that fits your brand’s tone.

Absolutely! During the storyboarding phase, I focus on integrating your brand’s color palette, typography, and tone. Whether you need the video to feel like an extension of your brand or a completely new cinematic experience, we establish that look together before any animation begins.

My process is designed to prevent any surprise results. I typically include two rounds of major revisions: one at the Storyboard/Style Frame stage and one after the first full animation draft. This ensures we are aligned on the vision at each stage throughout the process. Minor tweaks are normally not charged as a revision.

The standard delivery is a high-bitrate 4K or 1080p MP4 (H.264) optimized for web and social media and a .mov optimized for editing into your timeline. If you need specific formats, just let me know during the debrief and I'll deliver in that codec.

Project files can be included.

Once the final payment is made, you own the full usage rights to the final rendered video. I retain the right to showcase the work in my portfolio (unless we have a signed NDA).