Client
JAR OF SPARKS, Territory Studio
Role
> art director
> storyboard artist
> vfx compositor
> composer
> audio designer
Awards:
2023 Motion Awards (nominated)
Tools used:
> Blender
> Infinite Painter
> Bitwig Studio
> Adobe AfterEffects
> DaVinci Resolve + Fusion
Overview
Animated short film for a video game studio reveal (ex Halo Infinite, Destiny staff).
As the project was still in early development, we were unable to feature any explicit gameplay elements, so we opted to produce a series of abstract vignettes, beginning with a microscopic event, eventually building to a vast cosmic conclusion.
The final result was nominated for the 2023 Motion Awards.
Screenshots:
As part of my compositional process, I explored several tonal variations of the score with varying levels of density.
Here is a notable variation that employs a recurring angular motif designed to evoke the client’s triangle logo and trisyllabic branding.
Alternate Soundtrack
I produced a set of 30 hand-painted storyboard panels, which quickly established the tone and pacing of the film. Here is a brief selection:
Storyboards
