Benjamin S.

Web Banner Adaptation

Munich, Germany

Experience

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Web Banner Adaptation

3M

  • Project: Web Banner Adaptation.
  • Adapt existing web banners to the new format.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Animation

BMW

  • Project: How to Flight 4.
  • Created 7 animations (5-10 seconds each) representing charge flow between car and house.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Animation & Screen Replacement

BMW

  • Project: How To 8.
  • Highlight BMW safety features, including automatic door.
  • Smartphone screen replacement.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Motion Design & Retouching

BMW

  • Project: How To 01.
  • Motion design.
  • Screen replacement & smartphone retouching.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Retouching

BMW

  • Project: X2 Training Film.
  • Retouch 3 displays.
  • Retouch dashboard display.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Explainer Film Production

BMW Motorrad

  • Project: Explainer Film FCW.
  • 1 min explainer film.
  • Responsibilities: 3D animation.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Event Graphics & Packaging

Doterra

  • Layout and production of event packaging.
  • Backgrounds, lower thirds, transitions.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Digital Layout Design

MINI

  • Project: Digital layouts.
  • Design layouts for backgrounds, greenscreen & transitions.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Retouching

MINI

  • Project: J01/U25 Photoshoot CM-21.
  • Retouch 21 OLED displays.
  • Insert into images.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Transition Animation

MINI

  • Project: New MINI Family Assets Focus Weeks.
  • Created seamless transition exterior -> dashboard.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Architectural Mockup Creation

Schilling Architecture

  • Mockup architecture of new building according to building plans.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

3D Graphic Transition

Webasto

  • Project: Container.
  • Transition real photo into 3D graphic.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Animation Adjustment

Webasto

  • Project: Adapt existing animation.
  • Insert new intro.
  • Adjust material.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Illustration Adaptation

Webasto

  • Project: Update NFZ illustrations.
  • Adaptation of 4 illustrations for configuration components.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Promotion Film Production

Webasto

  • Project: Busworld "Thermo Management Midibus".
  • 2 min promo film.
  • Responsibilities: 3D animation, motion design, packaging.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Promotion Film Production

Webasto

  • Project: RV Heat Fossil.
  • 2 min promo film.
  • Responsibilities: 3D animation, motion design, packaging.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Promotion Film Production

Webasto

  • Project: RV Electric.
  • 2 min promo film.
  • Responsibilities: 3D animation, motion design, packaging.
Jan 1999 - Present
26 years 8 months
Munich, Germany

Self-Employed

Fresh Animation

  • 3D animation.
  • Graphics.
  • Web design.
Jan 1997 - Dec 1999
3 years
Unterföhring, Germany

Freelancer Graphic Designer

Hippo TV GmbH

  • Graphic designer with a focus on 3D animation and motion graphics.
Jan 1995 - Dec 1997
3 years

Graphic Designer

Ananas TV GmbH

Jan 1993 - Dec 1995
3 years

Programmer

Fast Multimedia AG

  • Programmer in the area of video/multimedia.
  • Technologies used: C, Visual Basic.
Jan 1991 - Dec 1993
3 years

Freelancer Customer Service Representative

Fast Multimedia AG

3D Animator & Concept Developer

Bertrandt

  • The 1:28 minute film explains the concept behind "Harri", a platform for autonomous vehicles from Bertrandt.
  • The clip was published by Bertrandt on YouTube.
  • Software: Modo, After Effects.
  • 3D animation: Benjamin Shpigler.
  • Motion design: Sven Wölk.

VFX & 3D Animation Lead

MINI

  • The 1:19 minute film promotes the cooperation between BMW MINI and Sony for the game Gran Turismo.
  • The virtual concept car was integrated into existing real scenes.
  • The clip was published by MINI on YouTube.
  • Software: Modo, After Effects.
  • 3D animation: Benjamin Shpigler.
  • Shading: Robert Lechl.

3D Animator

Private

  • The 7 second spot shows a standard pack shot.
  • Produced a fictional pack shot to test and explore Blender capabilities.
  • Practiced modeling, shading, and geometry nodes.
  • Software: Blender, After Effects.
  • 3D animation: Benjamin Shpigler.

3D Animator

Webasto

  • The 1:30 minute film explains the processes involved in bidirectional charging with Webasto products.
  • Used as expert video and on website.
  • Software: Maya, After Effects.
  • 3D animation: Benjamin Shpigler.
  • Motion design: Sven Wölk.

3D Animator & Motion Designer

Webasto

  • The 3:15 minute film explains the components of the eBTM system from Webasto.
  • Thermal battery management optimizes the thermal performance of an electric car's batteries.
  • Used for trade show appearance and marketing.
  • Software: Modo, After Effects.
  • 3D animation & motion design: Benjamin Shpigler.

Summary

I support you in creating marketing material with ideas and a clear concept. The goal is always to create a modern, appealing presentation of your product. Reliable, on time and in budget.

  • Complex or invisible properties can be presented simply and clearly using animation. Prototypes can be brought to life in their natural environment.
  • Add value to your images through modern motion design. Even mundane videos become exciting and appealing through color and shapes.
  • Even with the best preparation for a film or photo production, mistakes can happen or the product is not yet ready for production. I will help you correct the material or update it to bring a standout.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 1990 - Jun 1992

LMU

Computer Science · Munich, Germany

Oct 1983 - Jun 1990

Luitpold-Gymnasium Munich

Munich, Germany

Oct 1981 - Jun 1983

Private High School Dr. Überreiter

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Certifications & licenses

Driving licence 3 and lb

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