Victor (Wei Kang) Lin
VFX & Digital Compositing Artist
I am Victor (Wei Kang) Lin,
a VFX & Digital Compositing Artist
with a passion for creating stunning visual effects in films, video games, and other forms of media. I graduated from SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) in the spring of 2022, where I received my M.F.A. in Visual Effects with a focus on compositing.
Education
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Film from Shih Hsin University in Taipei, Taiwan, and went on to pursue my Master of Fine Arts in Visual Effects from SCAD. During my time at SCAD, I honed my skills in compositing, lighting, look development, and 3D modeling. I also had the opportunity to collaborate with The Mill on a mock commercial project, where I worked on matte painting and Unreal Engine environment creation.
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Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA
Master of Fine Arts in Visual Effects
(Fall 2019 - Spring 2022) -
Shih Hsin University, Taipei, Taiwan
Bachelor of Arts in Film, Department of Radio, Television, and Film (Division of Film)
(2013 - 2016)
Professional Experience
Before graduating from SCAD, I completed a 2D Compositing Internship at Hinge in Portland, Oregon. There, I contributed to commercial and episodic projects by assisting with rotoscoping and project file setup. I gained experience in collaborative compositing workflows and honed my skills in Nuke and After Effects.
Prior to my internship, I worked as the Head Motion Graphic Designer and Video Editor at Whatsmedia Inc. in Taipei, Taiwan, where I created videos for clients and government projects. I gained experience in motion graphics, video editing, and improved my leadership and communication skills.
In addition to my work in the film industry, I also have experience as a freelance singer and performer for B-MAX vocal group in Taipei, Taiwan. And as an ambassador for international guests at the 50th Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival, I welcomed foreign guests, managed schedules, and provided translation services.
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2D Compositing Intern
Hinge - Portland, OR (Jun 2021 - Dec 2021)
As an intern at Hinge, I contributed to commercial and episodic projects by assisting with rotoscoping and setting up project files. I gained experience in collaborative compositing workflows and honed my skills in Nuke and After Effects. -
Head Motion Graphic Designer / Video Editor
Whatsmedia Inc. - Taipei, Taiwan (Feb 2019 - Jun 2019)
As the Head Motion Graphic Designer and Video Editor at Whatsmedia, I was responsible for creating videos for multiple clients and government projects in Taiwan. I gained experience in motion graphics and video editing, and improved my leadership and communication skills.
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Singer / Performer (Freelance)
B-MAX vocal group - Taipei, Taiwan (Dec 2013 - Nov 2019)
As a freelance singer and performer for B-MAX vocal group, I performed and hosted for music festivals, events, and weddings throughout Asia. -
Ambassador for International Guests
50th Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival - Taipei, Taiwan (Oct 2015)
As an ambassador for international guests at the 50th Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival, I welcomed foreign guests, managed schedules, and provided translation services from Chinese to English and vice versa.
Skills
My expertise lies in compositing, lighting, look development, environment art, world building, 3D modeling (hard surface and organic), real-time rendering, and optimizations. I am also proficient in software such as Maya, Nuke, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Marmoset Toolbag, Adobe After Effects, Unreal Engine, Houdini, Davinci Resolve, Photoshop, and Mocha. Additionally, I have strong communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively and creatively.
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Software
Maya, Nuke, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Marmoset Toolbag, Adobe After Effects, Unreal Engine, Houdini, Davinci Resolve, Photoshop, Mocha
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Renderer
Arnold, Renderman, Mantra
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Systems
Windows, Linux, Mac OS
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Languages
Chinese, English
Strengths
I have gained experience in a range of technical and collaborative strengths that have allowed me to create stunning visuals and achieve the desired results in my projects. I am constantly exploring new techniques and improving my skills to stay ahead in this constantly evolving industry
- Compositing
- Lighting
- Look Development
- Environment Art
- World Building
- 3D Modeling (Hard Surface & Organic)
- Real-time Rendering & Optimizations
- Communication
- Organization
- Leadership
- Composition and Framing
- Creativity
- Teamwork
Collaborative Projects
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Matte Painting/Environment
SCAD x The Mill - Savannah, GA (Mar 2021)
Worked on matte painting and Unreal Engine environment for a mock commercial in The Mill's collaborative mentorship class.
Academic Achievements
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Graduate Achievement Honor Scholarship
**Graduate Achievement Honor Scholarship**
2019 - Present -
Short Film - Lion Plaza (Associate Director)
Multiple International Awards and Nominations
