YAM ADEN VIRGIL SAIKI
Mequon,WI
Summary
Adept in transforming concepts into visual narratives, I've excelled in creating impactful video content for notable clients like Nissan at DCI Marketing. My expertise spans from storyboard creation to motion graphics, leveraging tools like Adobe After Effects. Known for enhancing brand identity through compelling visual design, my work effectively bridges client communication, showcasing a blend of creative and technical prowess.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Full-time/Independent Contractor
DCI Marketing
Milwaukee, USA
01.2017 - Current
- Designed and developed video assets for corporate events and social media
- Created engaging customer-facing videos for Nissan, Infiniti, and Subaru, displayed in dealerships across North America
- Produced internal presentations for creative reviews, ensuring alignment with client vision and brand identity
Freelance
05.2010 - Current
- Company Overview: Global
- Developed storyboards for composer Alexandre Azaria (Transporter 2-3, The Lockout)
- Created concept art for director Alban Ravassard
- Ongoing personal graphic novel writer and illustrator
- Global
Full-time Contractor
seventyseven
Milwaukee, USA
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed video content for corporate events, social media, and promotional campaigns
- Designed and delivered presentations for internal creative teams, helping streamline client communication
Freelance
Combined Jewish Philanthropies
Boston, USA
02.2014 - 07.2014
- Created video assets for corporate events and social media
- Developed presentations for internal reviews and organizational pitches
Freelance
BIGfish
Boston, USA
01.2014 - 02.2014
- Produced video assets for in-store displays and social media channels
- Developed explanatory presentations for product demonstrations and client projects
Staples
Framingham, USA
02.2013 - 11.2013
- Company Overview: Headquarters Office
- Managed projects from concept (storyboards) to final execution, overseeing video production and editing
- Developed video assets for in-store displays and social media
- Worked on improving the corporate visual identity and consistency across all communication materials
- Headquarters Office
Granon Digital/Granon Film
Paris, France
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Designed the company’s visual identity and digital assets for promotional use
- Contributed to post-production on videos shot for corporate clients, including animation and motion graphics
- Innovated on digital video techniques and improved the company's demo reel
Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris
Paris, France
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Worked on national and regional projects aimed at supporting small businesses
- Researched and developed corporate visual identities for various campaigns
- Presented ideas and concepts for promotional materials and business outreach
L’École des Gobelins
Paris, France
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Created the school’s 2012 holiday greeting card and contributed to event branding
- Collaborated with industry professionals on various design and motion graphics projects
The Public Society
New York, USA
11.2010 - 05.2011
- Assisted with design and delivery of print projects for clients
- Worked closely with the CEO to refine corporate visual identity and client-facing materials
Education
BFA - Illustration-Cartooning
School of Visual Arts
New York, NY05.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design & Visual Communication
L’École Des Gobelins
Paris, FranceSkills
- Motion Graphics Design
- Concept Art
- Visual Design
- Brand Identity
- Layout & Typography
- Print and Digital Media Design
- Motion Graphics
- Animation
- Adobe After Effects
- Video Editing
- Storyboarding
- Visual Effects
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- InDesign
- Final Cut Pro
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Workstatus
U.S. Citizen
Languages
- French, Native/Bilingual proficiency
- Spanish, Conversational proficiency (spoken)
Internationalexperience
- Vienna, Austria
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Africa
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- New York City, NY
- Paris, France
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Full-time Contractor
seventyseven
01.2018 - 07.2019
Full-time/Independent Contractor
DCI Marketing
01.2017 - Current
Freelance
Combined Jewish Philanthropies
02.2014 - 07.2014
Freelance
BIGfish
01.2014 - 02.2014
Staples
02.2013 - 11.2013
Granon Digital/Granon Film
01.2012 - 05.2012
Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris
09.2011 - 05.2012
L’École des Gobelins
08.2011 - 05.2012
The Public Society
11.2010 - 05.2011
Freelance
05.2010 - Current
BFA - Illustration-Cartooning
School of Visual Arts
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design & Visual Communication
L’École Des Gobelins
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