Marshall Shorten

VFX and animation student at DePaul University with a focus on tone-driven visual work across music video, animation, and sound design. Experience in compositing, editing, and environmental design, with a strong interest in translating mood across visual and audio elements. Background includes freelance creative work and production experience in collaborative settings.

Freelance Music Video + Visual Work — 2025–2026

Created and directed visuals for “I Want It All” and “SNW (Party w/ Us)” (2026) for Fairys and Brewster Durbin
Focused on stylized VFX, pacing, and tone-driven editing across both projects

“Unblemished Mud” (2025)

Led sound design and VFX work
Built a cohesive visual and audio tone through compositing, effects layering, and mix

“Snow and Scale” (2026)

Created background art and animation
Focused on environmental tone, texture, and integration with character motion

Overture Awards Finalist (2023)

Recognized for excellence in creative work at a regional level

Freelance Art and Illustration — 2019–Present

Ongoing client work across digital illustration, animation, and visual development

• Studied collegiately with all of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere)
• Strong background in animation and visual media workflows
• Sound design and audio mixing experience
• Fine dining and customer service training
• 12+ years swim team, 3 years varsity