welcome to my portfolio.
Hi, I'm Jake - a design, production and post artist capable of developing and actualizing productions in unique and innovative ways with extensive experience in creative and stategic design, video production, marketing, and post-production through a variety of disciplines.
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LOGOS, ILLUSTRATIONS, GRAPHICS PACKAGES, PRINT & MULTIMEDIA DESIGN,3D TEXTURING, PHOTO REPAIR & ENHANCEMENT, TRADITIONAL ART
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SCREENWRITING, STORYBOARDING, PLANNING, PRODUCING, DIRECTING, VIDEOGRAPHY, LIGHTING, ON-LOCATION SOUND
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NON-LINEAR EDITING, COMPOSITING, MOTION GRAPHICS, ANIMATION, MOTION TRACKING, VISUAL EFFECTS, 3D MODELING & RENDERING, VIDEO ENCODING
About
A few words about Jake.
So who is this guy?
I'm Jake - a designer, production and post artist. I've been operating my freelance business, VFXJAKE, on local and remote basis for over 9 years now on projects ranging from graphic design and animation to interviews and promotional videos. Presently, I teach courses in production and post with the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Avid Media Composer & DaVinci Resolve at East Tennessee State University. I also do contract work for StudioNow in Nashville, TN as well as New Patients Inc. in Las Vegas, NV. In my spare time, I continue to pursue my passion for filmmaking and design by creating short films and animation projects among other endeavors.
Design Skills
My design skills include creating original logos and illustrations, designing graphics packages for both print and video, developing visual stategies to drive marketing and branding initiatives, co-ordinating and designing layouts for a variety of print materials, building layered textures for use in 3d shaders, HDRI photography, photographic enhancement and repair, and traditional line art.
Production Skills
My production skills consist of concept development including both storyboarding and screenwriting, leading production teams, creative direction of both narrative and interview-style productions in both long and short form, shooting on a variety of HD videocameras and DSLRs, lighting and on-location sound, and maintaining a streamlined workflow that meets the budgetary and time-sensitive needs of the client.
Post-Production Skills
My post-production skill set includes proficiency with a variety of operating systems and software packages, non-linear editing, compositing 2d and 3d elements, motion graphics and animation, development and deployment of visual effects utilizing both 2d and 3d dynamics, 2d and 3d motion tracking, 3d rendering and video encoding for various ouputs from multimedia to Blu-Ray, as well as 3d modeling and shader development.
My Toolbox
I posess skills and experience with several software packages including After Effects, Audition, Avid Media Composer, Cinema 4D, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Studio, Fusion, Illustrator, InDesign, Maya, Mocha Pro, PfTrack, Photoshop, and Premiere among others.
My Credentials
Download a copy of my resume Here
Portfolio
Check out the links below to view some of my 3d, compositing, design, narrative, and promo projects.
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Choices Teaser
Movie Trailer
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Spaces Pilot
Web Series
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Carter Legacy
Documentary
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Taste Budz
Logo Design
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Townie Meeting 2013
Promo Video
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The Burn Rose: Book I
Book Cover Design
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What's Your Superpower?
Promo Video
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ETSU CPA Promo
Promo Video
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Spaces - Episode 2
Web Series
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Faculty Orientation 2012
Promo Video
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Choices Poster
Movie Poster Design
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ETSU Online Commercial
Promo Video
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Scratch Foodworks
Logo Design
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Townie Meeting 2012
Promo Video
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Spaces - Episode 3
Web Series
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One Breath Away
Book Trailer
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Spaces - Episode 4
Web Series
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ELPA Course Overview
Promo Video
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Carter Legacy DVD Cover
DVD Cover Design
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Dyer's Eve
Short Film
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Keep ETSU ROTC
Promo Video
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African Angelz Fashion Show
Promo Video
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Snap Running Club
Promo Flyer Design
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The Heretic
VFX Breakdown
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Carter Railroad Museum
Promo Video
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OSU Department Intro
Motion Graphics intro
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Why Choose ETSU?
Promo Video
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Mary B Martin 2013 Promo
Promo Video
Reels
Watch and download the reels below to view the best of my recent work.
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2015 DEMO REEL
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2015 EDITOR REEL
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2014 MOTION GRAPHICS REEL
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2013 COMPOSITOR REEL
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2009 3D REEL
Links
Looking for more? Check out the links below to view my other portfolios, media collections, film projects and my blog.
3D Generalist Portfolio
Click above to visit my 3d portfolio to view a sampling of my past projects, renders, and animations.
Compositor Portfolio
Visit my compositing portfolio to view my compositing reel and visual f/x breakdowns from past projects.
Editor Portfolio
Follow the above link to view my editing reel as well as examples from previous projects, promos, and shorts.
Graphic Design Portfolio
In my graphic design portfolio you will find examples of my 2D print, digital, and traditional projects.
Motion Graphics Portfolio
My motion graphics portfolio highlights recent animations created for promo videos, documentaries, and shorts.
Jake's Behance Portfolio
Visit my Behance portfolio to view some of my past projects in depth with stills and production notes.
Jake's Flicks on Vimeo
Jake's Flicks on Vimeo includes a variety of my previos worksranging from promo videos to film projects and trailers.
Jake's YouTube Channel
My YouTube channel also contains a variety of all my past works featuring all my production and post skills.
Dyer's Eve
Learn more about The Dyer's Eve Film Project including character bios, backstory, or just watch the short.
Choices
Visit the official site of my independent feature - Choices the Film.
Jake's Blog
Check out my blog to find out what I've been up to and the process behind my various projects.
Get in touch
Have a project in mind? Facing a deadline? Looking to hire? Drop me a line or give me a call and let's discuss how I can best assist you in reaching your goals or completing your project.
- Contact info
- Jake VanHuss
- Telephone: (423)-202-4611
- Email: vfxjake@gmail.com
- Email: jake@vfxjake.com
- Email: info@vfxjake.com
About Jake
I provide original and innovative solutions for your design, production and post-production needs.
