Daniel K Raffel

Background

About Daniel K Raffel

I have a Bachelor of Science in Media Arts & Animation from the Art Institute of Portland, OR. My strengths lie in my abilities to systematically solve and complete complex problems and shots, perform seamless integration of CG elements into live action plates using provided render passes, and to manage assets and teams to complete challenging sequences according to budget and time constraints. I am an accomplished visual effects compositor with over 16 years of experience in feature films, episodic television, and high-end media production. My expertise spans filming, compositing, editing, and incorporating cutting-edge AI tools into traditional pipelines. I am a proud member of the Visual Effects Society (VES), dedicated to combining artistic vision, technical precision, and innovative problem-solving to create visually compelling projects and staying at the forefront of industry standards. My career has been defined by delivering photorealistic composites that seamlessly integrate CG elements with live-action footage. Projects such as: Sonic the Hedgehog (MPC Vancouver), Transformers 4: Age of Extinction (Method Studios), and The Amazing Spider-Man (Sony Imageworks) have honed my skills in Nuke, compositing, and creative problem-solving. As a Compositing Sequence Lead on Once Upon a Time (Zoic Studios), I managed teams of 4-8 compositors, ensuring high-quality shot delivery under tight deadlines. My recent work on The Fall Guy, The Continental, Peacemaker and Monarch Legacy of Monsters further demonstrates my ability to handle complex compositing tasks for contemporary projects. In my current role as a Flight Media Specialist at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, I continue to refine my skills in digital media production using high end production tools such as sony DSLR mirrorless full frame cameras and lenses insta 360 pros, go pros and drones, a green screen studio, a studio sound recording booth with software tools such as Nuke, DaVinci Resolve, and Premiere Pro while ensuring accessibility compliance. This role has strengthened my ability to work independently and deliver high-quality visuals under time constraints, skills I am looking forward to bringing to future projects. If you have any questions, or require any additional information, do not hesitate to contact me.