Scharl Venter

Senior 3D Motion Designer and Creative Lead with 19 years of full-pipeline experience, finding the weight and timing that makes a render feel alive rather than just moving things from A to B. I've delivered for globally recognised brands including Epson, PwC, Dufry, Kodak Alaris, and Planet Fitness, with deep experience in large-scale industrial simulations for mining and energy. I lead and mentor designers into motion and 3D, and work equally well directing independently or inside a cross-functional team.

Senior 3D & Graphic Designer at Tandem Create (2026-08 – Present)

As Senior 3D & Graphic Designer at Tandem Create, a creative agency delivering impactful design solutions for a range of clients, I create visually engaging designs across digital and print media, with a focus on brand work that aligns with each client's vision and resonates with their audience. I have delivered work for well-known brands including Waltons, Lenovo and Motorola. I produce high-quality motion graphics and 3D visuals using Adobe After Effects and other 3D software, and I retouch and enhance photography to meet project requirements.

I work closely with the marketing team to keep design strategy cohesive and effective, and I apply current industry trends and best practices across every project. My toolkit includes Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Blender and AI generative platforms supported by a strong grounding in brand design principles and both digital and print production processes.

Senior 3D Motion Designer at FGX Studios (2023-01 – 2026-06)

I am a Lead Motion Designer and 3D Animator, delivering high-quality animation, brand campaigns, and visual storytelling across digital platforms, social media, and interactive media. I take ownership of the full creative process, from concept development and storyboarding through to final delivery, often given full creative direction to shape how a campaign should look and feel before a single frame gets animated. I present concepts directly to clients, translating creative direction into work that meets both brand and business goals.

I've delivered work for globally recognised brands including Epson, PwC, Dufry, Kodak Alaris, Makro, and ASAR. Alongside project delivery, I lead and mentor a small team of designers, helping them grow into motion and 3D while maintaining the highest standard of quality across multiple high-priority projects at once.

E-learning Content Designer at Optimi (2022-01 – 2022-12)

I developed engaging graphics and interactive Adobe Captivate modules for accessible online learning solutions, ensuring every deliverable was clear, usable, and aligned with instructional design principles. I took pride in producing detailed content that genuinely enhanced the learning experience across

Managing Director & Senior 3D Animator Lead at Level of Detail (2019-02 – 2022-01)

I founded and directed Level of Detail, a boutique 3D animation studio specialising in high-fidelity simulation and training content for the mining sector. I led all creative and operational output, producing technically precise 3D animated training videos, simulations, and visual content that translated complex technical data into clear, accurate, and engaging visuals for Exxaro and Anglo American. I built the studio from the ground up, managing client relationships, creative direction, and delivery from end to end.

Director & Senior 3D Animator Lead at Hard Hat Animation (2015-04 – 2019-02)

I co-founded Hard Hat Animation, a specialist studio producing fully animated 3D incident reconstructions and training simulations for the mining sector.

As Lead Project

Director and Animator, I delivered high-volume IRS and training content for Exxaro's Rock Engineering department, translating complex incident reports into forensically accurate 3D animation. Precision, technical depth, and deadline discipline were non-negotiable on every project.

Mid-Weight 3D Designer at Createch Interactive (2014-10 – 2015-01)

I was responsible for producing technically detailed animated simulations covering water plant filtration processes and geological hazard scenarios. I translated complex engineering and environmental briefs into accurate, visually compelling 3D animated video content, building the technical foundation that has informed every project since.

Freelancer at Freelance (2014-05 – 2015-09)

I took on various freelance projects through Freelancer.com and small local 3D companies, keeping my skills sharp and my pipeline active across a range of briefs and clients.

Junior 3D Designer at Simulated Training Solutions (2010-03 – 2014-05)

I started at Simulated Training Solutions as a complete beginner and left four years later as a mid-weight animator. Working across LMS systems and simulated training videos for the mining sector taught me the technical discipline and client instincts that have shaped every project since. Everything I have built started here.