City of Cape Town - New Year 2016-2017
About

Sean Leask

Designer, animator & editor

As a graphic designer and brand developer, I have worked with renowned wine label brands like Diemersdal, Haute Carbriere, and Blaauwklippen. I have also created distinctive brand identities for notable establishments such as Pepper Club Hotel & Spa, Kwandwe Nature Reserve, and Fox & Hedgehog Consulting.

With a focus on the hospitality industry, I dedicated six years to working with organisations like the Kove Collection, Alphen Hotel, and The Collection by Liz McGrath.

My venture into the film industry began when I had the opportunity to serve as the editor for the first drone video filmed on hotel premises in South Africa for The Cellars-Hohenhort Hotel in 2014.

Since then, I have worked on diverse film projects, including a promotional fundraiser video for Lasec Laboratories and a documentary filmed in Rwanda titled “Adapting Rwanda – Growing Rwanda’s Tea and Coffee Sectors in a Changing Climate.”

During my time as a camera operator at Hero Film, I filmed a 360 VR video for the City of Cape Town, showcasing thrilling activities such as abseiling down Table Mountain, paragliding off Signal Hill, and sandboarding on the Atlantis dunes.

Additionally, I created a VR video for Nedbank Experience, presented to an audience of over 10,000 people at the Soweto Soccer Stadium during the Nedbank Cup of 2016.

I also directed and edited the Netball 2023 Winning City AV, which was broadcasted to spectators at the 2019 Netball World Cup in Manchester.

During my tenure at Soapbox Films, I was a cinematographer and editor for the City of Cape Town projects, particularly during the Water Crisis. The videos I worked on were featured on the City’s digital platforms and significantly influenced behaviour change, resulting in a remarkable reduction of water consumption by 600 million litres per day.

Furthermore, I have contributed to the City of Cape Town’s Online Stock Library by filming and photographing a substantial portion of its content.This library is a valuable resource, providing a wide range of industry-related content to the global media. 

I have also conceptualised, designed, and animated a full CG realm for Old Mutual’s Superfund Summit Conference. And I’ve crafted 3D graphics and logo animations for the Old Mutual Leadership Sessions, which garnered positive feedback.

In 2020, I was involved in an award-winning sports documentary centred around the Springboks and the Rugby World Cup 2019 called Chasing the Sun. As a VFX artist, I was responsible for all of the composite work and for creating opening title sequences.

Since then, my focus has shifted towards motion graphics, VFX, and 3D motion work as demonstrated in my TV commercial work for SuperSport.

Additionally, I have created training content for Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors without Borders) and content for the iGaming Brands division at Digioutsource.

As I continue on my professional journey, I am increasingly directing my attention towards 3D motion and content creation, with a strong emphasis on immersive storytelling.

Skills & Experience

My Tech Stack

I have proficiency in the full Adobe Suite, and other industry-standard tools such as Blender, Adobe Suite, Davinci Resolve, and Substance Painter, enabling me to incorporate cutting-edge techniques and deliver exceptional results.

Filming in Kenya for Climate Change Documentary
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Services

I'm with you from brief to screen

Concept & Storyboarding

From wireframe to storyboard, the process of brainstorming and problem-solving is crucial in any project. Undoubtedly, effective planning lays the foundation for success, ensuring that every step is carefully thought out and executed with precision.

Design & Production

From brand design and printed collateral to digital media and seamless integration across all platforms, I specialise in delivering a comprehensive and cohesive experience. With meticulous attention to detail, I ensure that every element remains consistent and impactful, leaving a lasting impression on your audience.

Videography & Editing

From the initial setup and filming to the meticulous post-production process and the incorporation of captivating motion graphics, I excel at crafting videos that evoke deep emotions and leave a lasting impact.

5/5
Sean has a solid work ethic, communicates well and shows excellent attention to detail. He does not require constant supervision and can work and solve problems autonomously. He learns quickly and is prepared to do what is necessary to get a job done. And done well.

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