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Niko Kumberger
Niko Kumberger

Niko Kumberger

  Australia

Working on an animated TV series, feature film or even composite for a non-animated movie! I am very interested in broadening my horizons.

When I was young, I was fascinated by the idea that an individual can make their own games, downloading Unreal Engine is where my creative journey started. By the time I was 15 my interests shifted to 3D Animation, from there - I was a traditional 2D Animator for 2 years. When I was 17 I got my first position as an animation compositor for Zantu, from there, the freelance work positions started arriving in my inbox. I am currently studying a Bachelor's in special effects and animation for film.

Learning: Flinders University / CDW Studios

Skills: Adobe After Affects Adobe After Effects Adobe Photoshop Arnold for Maya Autodesk Maya Clip Studio Paint Houdini Nuke X

Expertise: 2D Animation 3D Animation Visual Effects

  • Leveled up to Debut Jul 04, 2017
  • Leveled up to Player Jan 01, 2020
  • Leveled up to Contender TBD
  • Leveled up to Rookie TBD
  • Pro TBD

Experience

Compositor at Zantu Film
Remote (studio in Los Angeles) | Sep 2021 - Dec 2022

I was responsible for compositing shots for the animated film Zantu. This was a student film that expanded into a full production.

Compositor for Bob's World
Remote (team is based in California) | May 2022 - Dec 2022

I was responsible for look-dev and compositing of the YouTube series "Bob's World" from episode 3 onwards.

Current Education

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