About Me
About Me
About Me
Cinematic Artist • Real-Time Animation • Commercial Filmmaking • Aerial Cinematography
Cinematic Artist • Real-Time Animation • Commercial Filmmaking • Aerial Cinematography
Cinematic Artist • Real-Time Animation • Commercial Filmmaking • Aerial Cinematography
Hi, I’m Charlie.
Hi, I’m Charlie.
Hi, I’m Charlie.
I’m a cinematic artist and graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Cinematic Arts with a concentration in 3D Animation. My work blends real-time animation, commercial filmmaking, aerial cinematography, and visual storytelling to create cinematic experiences across both digital and live-action productions.
I’m a cinematic artist and graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Cinematic Arts with a concentration in 3D Animation. My work blends real-time animation, commercial filmmaking, aerial cinematography, and visual storytelling to create cinematic experiences across both digital and live-action productions.
I’m a cinematic artist and graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Cinematic Arts with a concentration in 3D Animation. My work blends real-time animation, commercial filmmaking, aerial cinematography, and visual storytelling to create cinematic experiences across both digital and live-action productions.
Originally born in Rwanda and raised in Santa Cruz, California, I’ve been fortunate to experience different cultures and perspectives throughout my life. Living and studying in Hawaiʻi further shaped my appreciation for storytelling, collaboration, and creating work with purpose.
Originally born in Rwanda and raised in Santa Cruz, California, I’ve been fortunate to experience different cultures and perspectives throughout my life. Living and studying in Hawaiʻi further shaped my appreciation for storytelling, collaboration, and creating work with purpose.
Originally born in Rwanda and raised in Santa Cruz, California, I’ve been fortunate to experience different cultures and perspectives throughout my life. Living and studying in Hawaiʻi further shaped my appreciation for storytelling, collaboration, and creating work with purpose.
I’ve always believed the best way to learn is by creating. Throughout my portfolio, I’ve intentionally challenged myself to take on projects that pushed me beyond my comfort zone; whether that meant teaching myself Unreal Engine to build photorealistic environments, learning Blender to create fluid simulations, creating a MetaHuman presenter when I couldn’t find an actor, or combining live-action footage with animation for commercial campaigns.
I’ve always believed the best way to learn is by creating. Throughout my portfolio, I’ve intentionally challenged myself to take on projects that pushed me beyond my comfort zone; whether that meant teaching myself Unreal Engine to build photorealistic environments, learning Blender to create fluid simulations, creating a MetaHuman presenter when I couldn’t find an actor, or combining live-action footage with animation for commercial campaigns.
I’ve always believed the best way to learn is by creating. Throughout my portfolio, I’ve intentionally challenged myself to take on projects that pushed me beyond my comfort zone; whether that meant teaching myself Unreal Engine to build photorealistic environments, learning Blender to create fluid simulations, creating a MetaHuman presenter when I couldn’t find an actor, or combining live-action footage with animation for commercial campaigns.
Over the past several years, I’ve created work for organizations including the University of Hawaiʻi Office of Sustainability, G70 Architects, Lanikai Homes Hawaiʻi, West Oʻahu Productions, and collaborative animation and film teams. My experience spans commercial media, real-time cinematics, virtual production, documentary filmmaking, drone cinematography, and both 2D and 3D animation.
Over the past several years, I’ve created work for organizations including the University of Hawaiʻi Office of Sustainability, G70 Architects, Lanikai Homes Hawaiʻi, West Oʻahu Productions, and collaborative animation and film teams. My experience spans commercial media, real-time cinematics, virtual production, documentary filmmaking, drone cinematography, and both 2D and 3D animation.
Over the past several years, I’ve created work for organizations including the University of Hawaiʻi Office of Sustainability, G70 Architects, Lanikai Homes Hawaiʻi, West Oʻahu Productions, and collaborative animation and film teams. My experience spans commercial media, real-time cinematics, virtual production, documentary filmmaking, drone cinematography, and both 2D and 3D animation.
Long term, my goal is to become a director and creative leader within the film and animation industry. Until then, I’m excited to continue growing, collaborating with talented teams, and contributing wherever I can while continuing to learn and create meaningful visual stories.
Long term, my goal is to become a director and creative leader within the film and animation industry. Until then, I’m excited to continue growing, collaborating with talented teams, and contributing wherever I can while continuing to learn and create meaningful visual stories.
Long term, my goal is to become a director and creative leader within the film and animation industry. Until then, I’m excited to continue growing, collaborating with talented teams, and contributing wherever I can while continuing to learn and create meaningful visual stories.
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What I Do
What I Do
What I Do
Real-Time Cinematics
Creating cinematic environments, lighting, camera movement, virtual production, and storytelling inside Unreal Engine.
Commercial & Branded Content
Producing promotional films, educational campaigns, and client-focused visual media.
Aerial Cinematography
Capturing cinematic drone footage for architecture, documentaries, landscapes, and commercial productions.
Animation & Visual Storytelling
Combining 2D animation, 3D animation, motion graphics, and storytelling into engaging visual experiences.
Software & Tools
Software & Tools
Software & Tools
Unreal Engine
Maya
Blender
Toon Boom Harmony
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
Photoshop
Illustrator
Marvelous Designer
Niagara
Sequencer
DJI Air 3
Creative Philosophy
Creative Philosophy
Creative Philosophy
“The best way to learn is by creating. Every project is an opportunity to push beyond my comfort zone, solve new creative challenges, and continue growing as both an artist and storyteller.”
“The best way to learn is by creating. Every project is an opportunity to push beyond my comfort zone, solve new creative challenges, and continue growing as both an artist and storyteller.”
“The best way to learn is by creating. Every project is an opportunity to push beyond my comfort zone, solve new creative challenges, and continue growing as both an artist and storyteller.”
Let’s Create Something Together
Let’s Create Something Together
Let’s Create Something Together
Whether you’re looking for a cinematic artist, Unreal Engine specialist, animator, drone cinematographer, or creative collaborator, I’d love to hear about your project.
Whether you’re looking for a cinematic artist, Unreal Engine specialist, animator, drone cinematographer, or creative collaborator, I’d love to hear about your project.
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