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Osvaldo Andreaus

Visual Effects Supervisor & Creative Leader
Mastering Photorealistic Compositing, 3D Animation, and AI for Compelling Visual Narratives

With over 15 years of experience in the entertainment industry, I've contributed to visually stunning shows for companies like Disney, Netflix, Warner Bros., HBO, Showtime, and more. My passion extends beyond film and television to the captivating world of videogames, where interactive storytelling and immersive experiences push the boundaries of art and technology.

My core skill is photorealistic compositing, complemented by expertise in motion graphics and visual design. I'm driven by a constant desire to explore new creative frontiers, whether it's crafting captivating cinematic moments or designing engaging gameplay experiences. My diverse skill set allows me to seamlessly blend artistic vision with technical execution, ensuring efficient and innovative workflows.

As a founder of garius.media, a cloud-native visual effects studio, I spearheaded the development of Groundwork, a node-based cloud console for streamlining production workflows. I was also deeply involved in creating in-house tools to optimize our pipeline, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality projects.

I'm an active member of the Visual Effects Society (VES), Post New York Alliance (PNYA), and International Game Developers Association (IGDA).

Compositing

Compositing is my specialty. I have seamlessly integrated numerous 3D elements into footage, corrected wig and makeup issues, softened various skin imperfections, and created countless matte paintings to enhance or remove elements from the scenes.

Motion Graphics

While I may not work with motion graphics every day, I learned from some of the best instructors at SVA and frequently find myself using After Effects. I've also created graphics that were later composited into videos.

I have a deep passion for visual storytelling, frequently utilizing my own drawings to craft animatics for various projects.

3D

My latest venture is in 3D design using Blender. While I've previously utilized it to create smoke and particle effects for various shows, I've recently delved deeper into character creation, shading, and geometry nodes.

Coding

I have experience writing Python scripts and software to optimize my workflow. Additionally, I have explored C# while learning Unity and GDScript for Godot.

In general, I'm not afraid to roll up my sleeves and dive in!

Experience

garius.media, NYC — VFX Supervisor / Creative Leader / Co-Founder — JAN 2019 - PRESENT

Drove the company's design and creative direction, shaping brand identity and the visual style of projects. Key contributor to the design and development of Groundwork, a cloud-based console for streamlining VFX workflows. Spearheaded the creation of in-house tools to optimize the pipeline and foster a collaborative environment.

Hopr, NYC — 3D / Compositor / Motion Graphic / R&D / VFX Supervisor — 2010 - PRESENT

Key compositing team member (7+ years) with diverse project experience. Spearheaded 3D asset creation for the Google Pixel Simulator website and pipeline development for Simulator and Guidebooks. Supervised on-set shots for a commercial to ensure VFX integration.

East Side Effects, NYC — Senior Compositor — 2018 - 2022

Side FX, NYC — Senior Compositor — 2018

Crafty Apes, NYC — Senior Compositor — 2017

Phosphene, NYC — Senior Compositor — 2017

Zoic Studios, NYC — Senior Compositor — 2016 - 2017

The Molecule, NYC — Senior Compositor / VFX Supervisor — 2010 - 2017

Thrived in a fast-paced environment juggling multiple shots for various shows. Compositing expertise included 3D integration, rotoscoping, clean-up, and matte painting. Covered for the VFX supervisor on set to ensure successful shoot execution.

Big Film Design, NYC — Senior Compositor — 2011 - 2020

The Colony / After Party, NYC — Digital Compositor — 2010 - 2021