With a passion for 3D that dates back to 2010, I started my career in digital film and animation at the SAE Institute in Hamburg. Balancing my studies with mentorship, I served as supervisor for the film department, before graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in "Digital Film Making."
I've since worked on numerous projects, starting as a previs artist and moving into the production department, gaining valuable experience at companies like Constantin Film, Trixter, and MPC. At RISE FX, I embark on a daily adventure as a VFX Production Manager, collaborating with a team of talented visionaries to breathe life into fantastical realms, one pixel at a time.
Tools
My work relies on the effective use of Shotgrid and Google Sheets to keep projects organized and on track. I'm experienced in setting up Cinesync and SyncSketch sessions for client reviews, streamlining the feedback process.
My knowledge of file transfer applications such as Aspera, Sohonet, and Signiant ensures that all assets and shots are delivered promptly and efficiently. In addition to my proficiency in communication and multitasking, I bring a diverse range of skills to the table, enabling me to tackle tasks from different perspectives.
SHOWREEL
Curious about my work history and expertise? Take a glance at my latest showreel.
Portfolio
a selection of recent projects I worked on
Das Licht - feature film -
Syrian immigrant Farrah becomes a housekeeper for the troubled Engels family in Berlin, but when her dark past is revealed, can they face their secrets together?
When an ancient scarab grants him the Blue Beetle powers, a teenager must face his fears and fight against evil forces. Can he become the hero his city needs?
Discover the epic tale of humanity's fight against a mysterious underwater species threatening the very existence of our planet. Based on the international bestseller book "The Swarm" by Frank Schätzing.
Experience the excitement of Marnie's journey from spoiled house cat to courageous secret agent, as she and her squad of animal friends uncover the truth behind a series of art heists.
Every 100 years, a new Santa Claus is chosen, but this time Beutolomäus suspects something is amiss. Will he uncover the truth and save the holiday season?
Through five interconnected toilet-based tales, this pitch black comedy explores society's most shameful aspects, combining humor with introspection to challenge the audience's moral compass.
A place of darkness and secrecy, this factory holds a dark secret. The mechanical sounds of counterfeiting US dollars can be heard echoing through its hallways.
Experience the beauty and power of music with the Juan Hernandez Guitar. Handmade with the finest materials, this guitar delivers a rich and dynamic sound that will bring your playing to life.
Production Coordinator / Pipeline TD (Dragon Rider)
Constantin Film, Berlin
09/2017 - 12/2017
CGI Artist (5 Farmies)
Dock11 GmbH, Hamburg
04/2017 - 09/2017
CGI Artist (Beutolomäus)
MotionWorks GmbH, Halle (Saale)
11/2016 - 03/2017
CGI/ Previz-Artist, Production Assistant (Marnie's World)
Scopas Medien AG, Gent (Belgium)
01/2016 - 11/2016
CGI/ Previz-Artist (Marnie's World)
Scopas Medien AG, Hamburg
09/2015 - 01/2016
Marketing Services and Production
Qub Media GmbH (LitVideo GmbH), Hamburg
02/2015 - 08/2015
Shop Assistant
Die Kleine Konditorei GmbH, Hamburg
01/2015 - 01/2015
Assistant for set extensions (Toggolino, Super RTL)
MotionWorks, Halle / DenverMP, Berlin
09/2014 - 11/2014
Production Assistant, India
MotionWorks, Halle / DenverMP, Berlin
02/2014 - 12/2014
Internship, Prop/Set Modelling (Toggolino, Super RTL)
MotionWorks, Halle / DenverMP, Berlin
10/2010 - 06/2014
Shop Assistant
Die Kleine Konditorei GmbH, Hamburg
10/2012 - 11/2013
Supervisor for the film department (Game, Art & Animation)
SAE Institute, Hamburg
06/2012 - 02/2013
VFX Artist in “Toilet Stories”
Honnom Film, Hamburg
02/2012 - 04/2012
3D Artist in “NAD - Prince of Babylon”
Magnet Studios, Hamburg
Education
Diploma
in Digital Film and Animation
SAE Institute Hamburg
10/2010 - 09/2012
Bachelor of arts (hons.)
in Digital Film Making,
SAE Institute Hamburg
10/2012 - 06/2014
Higher Education Entrance qualification (Abitur)
Oberschule zum Dom, Lübeck
2001-2010
Language
German, English
(good working knowledge)
Professional Skills
Shotgrid, Ftrack, Client review utilizing tools (Cinesync, Syncsketch), File transfer applications
(Aspera, Sohonet, Signiant), Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere), Autodesk Maya, Google Suite, Proficiency in Mac/ Windows/ Linux
Knowledge
Handling incoming and outgoing VFX data, preparing and distributing dailies, coordinating and tracking the progress of tasks and shots, managing schedules, coordinating client calls
Get In Touch
Looking for an experienced VFX coordinator to join your team? Let's chat! I offer both on-site and remote services to fit your needs.
Nicolas Biel
14712 Rathenow
Germany
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Job title (Independent professions): VFX Coordinator
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Kingdoms of the East - Prince of Babylon
- Music Video -
Story Snapshot
Be transported back to the glory days of the Achaemenid Empire, as we delve into the story of the Prince of Babylon. A visionary leader, he paved the way for a new era of prosperity and cultural exchange.
Areas of responsibility:
model high poly assets
translation of references into 3d
blocking and camera work
create textures using Photoshop
compose rendering output with real footage
Project Visuals
Breakdown
Credits
Label:
Babylon-Music
Director:
Mohsen S. Madani
Additional Modeling and Keying:
Julian Cox
Runtime:
7 minutes
Software:
Autodesk Maya, Adobe After Effects
Mischievous Scales
- Character Animation -
Story Snapshot
With a mischievous grin and a twinkle in its eye, the little dragon was always up to something. Whether it was sneaking up on unsuspecting prey or hiding treasure in secret places, the dragon kept the forest buzzing with its clever pranks and mischievous ways.
Areas of responsbility
Category: Character Animation Date: 2012 Software: Autodesk Maya
A Symphony in Strings
- a fictional 3D Print Visualisation -
Story Snapshot
Unleash the full potential of your musical talent with the Juan Hernandez Guitar. Handcrafted with precision and passion, each note played on this instrument is a symphonic experience unlike any other. Let your fingers do the talking and elevate your sound to a new level of excellence.
Areas of responsibility:
creation of highres asset
shading and lookdev
creating a corporate image
create scene setup and compose the render output
Project Visuals
The Machinery of Deception
- 3D Animation -
Story Snapshot
The low lights of a mysterious factory cast an eerie glow upon the surrounding area. Within its walls, the mechanical sounds of a production line ring out, but something seems amiss. Wait, what's happened here? The truth is more sinister than you might imagine.
Areas of responsibility:
create assets and techniques that fit within the style
create textures and UV maps
animating objects and use of different types of constraints
3 Stations with focus on animation
setup different render layer
light the scene, create lightfog
compose the render output
Project Visuals
Credits
From Modelling to Rendering:
Nicolas Biel
Sounddesign:
Boy Detlefsen
Runtime:
700 Frames
Release date:
2014
Software:
Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite
The ultimate prairie experience: A journey through time
- Prop Modeling -
Story Snapshot
In the year 1862, a modern covered wagon roamed the prairies, equipped with four wheels and filled to the brim with wine, rum, and high-quality oil lamps. Every Greenhorn dreamed of owning such a vehicle, and what better way to experience it than to take a journey through time?
Areas of responsibility:
Model high poly assets for an advertisement
Optimize, refine and correct model geometry
applying shader, create camera setup
Project Visuals
3D Design
Project: Making of the cover Picture
About
Description coming soon
Category: Music Video Date: 2012 Software: Autodesk Maya, Adobe After Effects
Toilet Stories
- an indie feature film -
Story Snapshot
Get ready to confront the bleakest aspects of human behavior with a laugh with "Five Toilets - Five Stories." This fearless, daring black comedy takes you on a journey through five interwoven tales of vice and sin, illuminating the darkest corners of society with humor that's as bold as it is hilarious. Join us for an intimate theatrical experience that will test your moral judgment and tickle your funny bone.
Areas of responsibility: The task was to do the compositing by adding masks, keying the background and tracking the movement.
Category: Feature Film Date: 2014 Software: Adobe After Effects, Mocha
Project Visuals
Credits
Directed by:
Sören Hüper, Christian Prettin
Producer:
Volker Redeker, Dirk Roggan, Sören Hüper, Mario Mosner
Executive Producer:
Dominik Friebel
VFX:
Frederick Classen, Nicolas Biel
Studio:
Leitmotiv Film GmbH, Honnom Film GbR, PostBar Hamburg, Dualfilm Verleih
Beloved pre-school character Toggolino is back with a modernised design, 66 computer-generated TV commercials, and interactive online games on Super RTL. The updated look captures the essence of the original while bringing it into the 21st century. The colorful and lively TV commercials feature Toggolino and his friends in fun activities, while the online games engage young children and promote learning and development.
Areas of responsibility:
various set- and prop modeling
Production Assistant in Mumbai (India)
additional supervising for set extensions and online games for the "Toggolino" homepage (Toggolino Club)
Project Visuals
Credits
Client:
SuperRTL
Studio:
MotionWorks (Halle, Saale) / Denver MP (Berlin)
Runtime:
66 TV Spots, between 10 and 90 seconds
TV Release:
2015
Software:
Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects & Photoshop)
Hannah Frey - Clean Eating - Basics
- Advertisement -
Story Snapshot
Hanna Frey's book on clean eating is a comprehensive guide that teaches readers how to nourish their bodies with whole, natural foods. The book covers a range of topics including the benefits of a plant-based diet, how to read food labels, and tips for meal planning and prepping. With delicious recipes and practical advice, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle.
Areas of responsibility:
model high poly asset for advertisement in Cinema 4D
creating textures by using Photoshop
do camera setup and render the asset
compose the render output
Project Visuals
Credits
Studio:
qub media GmbH
Client:
Gräfe und Unzer
Runtime:
1 Minute
Release date:
2016
Software:
Cinema4D, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop
Five Farmies
- A children television series -
Story Snapshot
A curious cockatoo named MC Digga lands on a farm, where he meets a group of animals – Paco the dog, Kimi and Loona the rabbits, and Sören the donkey – eager to hear about his travels and adventures.
Areas of responsibility:
render management
monitoring rendering quality and quantity
communicating with the production team outstanding issues
maintain and track rendering priorities
manage transfer to external render cloud services
Project Visuals
Credits
Client:
Turner Broadcasting System Deutschland GmbH
Production:
Leitwolf TV- und Filmproduktion GmbH
Postproduction:
DFP Dock11 GmbH, Hamburg Germany
Channel:
Boomerang TV
Runtime:
8 Episodes a 11 minutes
TV release:
2017
Software:
Autodesk Maya, RoyalRender
Beutolomäus auf der Suche nach dem wahren Weihnachtsmann (ger.)
- A children television series -
Story Snapshot
In the enchanting world of "Beutolomäus," every hundred years a new Santa Claus is chosen to lead the magical holiday season. Beutolomäus, Santa's trusted gift bag and closest confidant, eagerly awaits the arrival of his new companion, Ruprecht Tumb. But when the chosen one turns out to be an imposter, Beutolomäus sets out on a daring adventure to find the real Santa Claus and save Christmas from certain disaster. Along the way, he'll make new friends and allies, face fearsome foes, and discover the true meaning of holiday spirit.
A pampered house cat's world is turned upside down when she becomes a spy on a secret mission, teaming up with an unlikely group of animal friends to prove their innocence and clear their names, all while trying to stay one step ahead of the real culprits.
Areas of responsibility:
creation of proxy assets for 3d previz
translation of the storyboard into 3d previz
blocking and camera work in 3d layout
rough layout animation
Production Assistant in Belgium (Gent)
creating the anim-prep files for the animators
technical supervision for the promo-trailer
update and maintain Shotgun database
Project Visuals
Credits
Production:
Scopas Medien AG
Co-production:
Grid Animation, Philm CGI, Seven Pictures, Scope Pictures, Schubert International Filmproduktion GmbH & Co. KG
Join Firedrake, a curious and adventurous silver dragon, on his journey to find the magical haven of dragons known as the "Rim of Heaven." With the help of his prickly friend, Sorrel, and an unlikely ally in orphan Ben, they must outwit the evil Nettlebrand and save their family's last refuge.
Areas of responsibility:
technical support for artists
coordinate between the studios
conforming 3d layout and exporting it to the studios
checking layout and and camera caches
sending/receiving I/O Material
staging 3D clouds as layout
placing mattepaintings in 3D space according to 2D composition
preparing test-scenes for other studios
updating and maintaining Shotgun database (task, asset & shot tracking)
A struggling musician living in Berlin-Kreuzberg is visited by a talking kangaroo who moves in and challenges him with philosophical questions. The unlikely duo join forces with neighbors to resist against a right-wing politician. The film humorously addresses societal issues while showcasing the bond between the two unlikely roommates.
In "The Suicide Squad," a team of anti-heroes is recruited for a dangerous mission that could save the world or seal their fate. Led by the ruthless Amanda Waller, they must navigate a treacherous jungle filled with enemies and deadly secrets. As the stakes rise and alliances are tested, can this ragtag group of misfits overcome their pasts and work together to achieve the impossible?
Areas of responsibility:
department coordinator for assets, lighting
working closely with the lead
tracking and reporting on shot progress
update and maintain the ftrack database
scheduling client calls
responsible for deliveries to the client/ material downloading
In a world of ancient powers and hidden legacies, Shang-Chi, a master of martial arts, faces a daunting challenge when he confronts the shadowy Ten Rings organization. As he delves into his family's past, will he embrace his true identity and become the hero he was destined to be?
Areas of responsibility:
Department Coordinator for Matchmove, Rotomation, Layout, FX and Editorial
Discover the epic tale of humanity's fight against a mysterious underwater species threatening the very existence of our planet. Based on the international bestseller book "The Swarm" by Frank Schätzing.
Areas of responsibility:
department coordinator for Matchmove, Layout, Roto/Prep, Lighting
organising dailies
working closely with department supervisor
client communication
upload/download material to/from the client
update and maintain the shotgrid database
Breakdown
Credits
Executive Producers:
Frank Doelger, Eric Welbers, Mark Huffam, Ute Leonhardt, Jan Wünschmann, Till Grönemeyer, Barbara Eder, Luke Watson, Moritz von Kruedener, Jan Theys
Production:
Schwarm TV Production (Joint company by Intaglio Films & ndF International Production)
Broadcaster:
ZDF, France Télévisions, Rai, Viaplay Group, Hulu Japan, ORF, SRF
Release date:
February 22nd, 2023
Blue Beetle
- superhero feature film by DC -
Story Snapshot
In the heart of an ordinary city lies an extraordinary hero waiting to emerge. "Blue Beetle" from DC introduces Jaime Reyes, a typical teenager whose life takes a fantastical turn when he stumbles upon a mysterious scarab. Empowered with incredible abilities, Jaime must navigate the challenges of wielding his newfound powers while protecting his loved ones and the city he calls home. As he unravels the secrets of the ancient artifact, will Jaime embrace his destiny and become a legendary defender?
Areas of responsibility:
department coordinator for animation / compositing
working closely with lead / department supervisor
tracking and reporting on shot progress
managing the delivery schedule
responsible for turnaround deliveries to the client
Fallout unfolds post-Great War, with Lucy emerging from a vault in 2296 Los Angeles. Facing mutants and ruthless survivors, Lucy's journey above ground unveils a nightmare. Can she and her group navigate the horrors while discovering the secrets of Philly, Caswennan, and other iconic locations like the Super Duper Mart?
Syrian immigrant Farrah becomes the housekeeper for the troubled Engels family in Berlin and helps them reconnect. When she reveals her own dark past, their lives are turned upside down. Can they face their secrets and stay united?
