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Maya Final Project with VFX Breakdown
Watch in HD (Click the gear icon after clicking play) This is my final project for my animation and visual effects class at the Academy of Art University. I had never touched Maya a few months ago and I’m really happy with how far I’ve come. There is still so much to learn! Everything created … Continue reading
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Decided to shoot some video of Ryan and Matt rehearsing their cover of “Awake My Soul” by Mumford & Sons at the last minute. No planning, no microphone, just two guys practicing in the park. Look forward to a planned out video soon!
This is a Rocksmith contest video I shot (Canon T2i), edited (Premiere Pro), and created the motion graphics for (After Effects). Feedback from Ubisoft: “I think this is absolutely fantastic, seriously great work. I didn’t think it would come out this clean!” “You rock sir, thanks a ton!”
Music: Röyksopp Forever by Röyksopp List of work in order of appearance: 1. Test model and Animation for Short film (2012) My Part: Everything Software: Blender 2. Silver Cord Graphic Novel Kickstarter Video (2012) My Part: Rotoscoping + Compositing + Animation + Editing Software: After Effects + Photoshop + Premiere Pro 3. Ubisoft: Just Dance … Continue reading
The Silver Cord is two book “techno epic/spiritual fiction” graphic novel created by Wired co-founder Kevin Kelly along with several talented writers and artists. The first 210 page book is already complete and available to read for free at silver-cord.net. The purpose of the Kickstarter page is to raise funding for the creation of book … Continue reading
Here is a Sizzle Video I made for the Murray State Racers basketball team to highlight the successes of their 2012 season. Be sure to watch the end for some animated graphs! Feedback from the client: “Thanks for everything!!!” This is only being used for my portfolio to showcase my motion graphics and video editing … Continue reading
This is a video I edited for Ubisoft celebrate Assassin’s Creed gaining over 3 million Facebook Fans. From the Facebook page: THANK YOU ASSASSINS!! In honor of reaching THREE MILLION fans on Facebook, we produced a video to help express our incredible gratitude to the most extraordinary game community on the planet!
Posted with Ubisoft’s permission. I was given a trailer that was already edited and was tasked with removing all of the gory parts to make it appropriate for all ages.
Posted with Ubisoft’s permission. As a freelance video editor for Ubisoft, I was tasked with making this video to show the gaming community’s response to playing Ghost Recon Online, a free online first person shooter. Feedback: “Everyone is happy with your work, thank you.”
Video I made for my dad of him playing lead guitar on “Sunshine of Your Love” with the band Dweller in San Francisco at El Rio.
My wife and I were so honored to shoot this beautiful wedding for a wonderful couple. We had so much fun and I think the video didn’t turn out too bad either! Kim runs a lifestyle and beauty blog called {blending beautiful} and here is where you can find Travis’ web design and interactive media … Continue reading
This is a Sizzle Video I made for luxury Swiss watch maker, TAG Heuer. Made with Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro. Quote from client: “I LOVE this!! So great!” This is only being used for my portfolio to showcase my motion graphics and video editing capabilities and is not intended to promote any … Continue reading
This short film focuses on two criminals at a point of no return and the seemingly limited choices they have. Written and Directed by Dan Kendall and Ryan Devisser Cinematography and Editing by Dan Kendall Sound Recording by Chris Smithson Starring Ryan Devisser and Tony Perdue Filmed in Pacifica, California 2011
This is a demo reel featuring some of the Sizzle Videos I’ve made recently. You can see the full length clips by clicking here. Go to Demo Reels for more. Made with Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro. This is only being used for my portfolio to showcase my motion graphics and video editing … Continue reading
This is a video I made to hype up a new company service called CisionWire. They wanted an old school superhero style so I used footage from the original Batman movie and incorporated it into actual comic book frames. Made with Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro. Quote from the company’s Senior Vice President: … Continue reading
Animated short about a little tree. I hand drew each frame with pencil and ink and then scanned each one onto my computer where I assembled the animation using Adobe After Effects and Final Cut Pro. Music by Kevin MacLeod of incompetech.com
I shot and edited this horror movie parody trailer, written by my friend Ray Carey.
I shot and edited this short film about a backstabbing con man. Written by my friend, Ryan Devisser.
