Hello! I’m Elian Fernandes — a passionate visual designer based in Dublin, Ireland. With a strong foundation in video editing and a sharp eye for photography, I bring stories to life through compelling visuals. I believe every frame has a voice, and I’m excited to connect and collaborate on something truly unique together.
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT
After Effects, Premier Pro
After Effects, Premier Pro
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT
🎬 Project Title: Social Media Content – Posts / Reels / Stories / Carousels / Ads
📅 Timeline: 2020 – Ongoing
🎨 Role: Social Media Content Designer / Motion Artist / Visual Editor
🛠 Software Used: After Effects, Premiere Pro.
✨ Overview
This project was focused on creating scroll-stopping content tailored for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, or LinkedIn. The goal was to align visuals with brand voice, increase engagement, and deliver share-worthy creatives that connect with the target audience.
🧩 Responsibilities
📱 Designed motion posts optimized for mobile-first viewing
🎯 Aligned layout, typography, and visuals with brand identity
🎞 Created short-form videos and stories with catchy hooks
📤 Delivered assets in correct sizes and formats for various platforms
🧰 Tools & Techniques
Motion & Video: 🎞 After Effects, Premiere Pro
Techniques: 🎯 Auto-layout for carousels, kinetic text, looped animations, transitions, color grading, trendy reel templates
⚠ Challenges & Solutions
Faced quick turnaround, brand inconsistencies, lack of visual references.
Adapted by creating a micro-style guide, using motion to unify, batching content efficiently while maintaining creative quality.
✅ Outcome & Feedback
📈 Boosted visual engagement, impressions, and shares
🌟 Received positive client/team feedback for creativity and consistency
✔ Content performed well with minimal changes — highly aligned with platform trends
🧠 Reflection
Creating for social media taught me to think fast, design smarter, and adapt visuals for short attention spans. This project helped refine my ability to deliver impactful designs under pressure while keeping them fresh, relevant, and on-brand.
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MOTION GRAPHICS
After Effects, Illustrator
After Effects, Illustrator
MOTION GRAPHICS
🎬 Project Title: Motion Graphics – Explainer / Social Media / Promo Video
📅 Timeline: 2020 – Ongoing
🎨 Role: Motion Designer / Animator
🛠 Software Used: After Effects, Illustrator.
✨ Overview
This project focused on crafting dynamic visuals using motion to enhance communication and brand identity. The aim was to create smooth, engaging animations that captured attention and conveyed the message clearly — while maintaining design harmony and platform standards.
🧩 Responsibilities
🎞 Storyboarded and animated visual sequences from concept to completion
⚙ Designed assets or integrated supplied graphics into motion
🎯 Applied timing, easing, and transitions to elevate viewer engagement
🔊 Synced audio, SFX, or voiceovers to visual rhythm
📤 Exported for multiple platforms with correct aspect ratios & codecs
🧰 Tools & Techniques
Animation: 🌀 After Effects – keyframes, graph editor, expressions.
Design Integration: 🎨 Illustrator for asset prep
Techniques: ⏱ Motion tracking, parallax, kinetic typography, masking, morphing, transitions
⚠ Challenges & Solutions
Faced brief challenge — large asset files, unclear script, tight loop timing.
Solved by optimizing assets, collaborating with team, using expressions for smoother automation while keeping motion fluid and purposeful.
✅ Outcome & Feedback
🌟 Final animation delivered as per specs and style guide
🎯 Strong positive feedback on clarity, flow, and visual appeal
✔ Required minimal to no revisions — client/team praised attention to detail and creativity
🧠 Reflection
This project deepened my understanding of how motion can elevate static content and storytelling. It pushed me to be more detail-oriented with timing, transitions, and design consistency — and remains one of the most creatively fulfilling pieces in my portfolio.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
CorelDRAW, Illustrator, Photoshop
CorelDRAW, Illustrator, Photoshop
GRAPHIC DESIGN
🎬 Project Title: Graphic Design – Social Media / Branding / Posters / Marketing / Print / UI Design
📅 Timeline: 2016 – Ongoing
🎨 Role: Graphic Designer / Visual Designer
🛠 Software Used: Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW.
✨ Overview
This project focused on visually communicating ideas through strong design principles and brand consistency. The goal was to create eye-catching and purposeful designs that aligned with the client’s identity or campaign message — while staying adaptable across digital and print platforms.
🧩 Responsibilities
🎨 Created visual concepts aligned with client/brand goals
🖼 Designed static posts, banners, print layouts, or brand elements
📐 Applied typography, color theory, and composition effectively
📤 Prepared assets in multiple formats optimized for web and/or print
🧰 Tools & Techniques
Design Software: 🛠 Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW
Visual Strategy: 🎯 Color harmony, grid systems, typography pairing
Creative Elements: ✨ Icon design, mockups, style guides, asset packs
⚠ Challenges & Solutions
Faced brief challenge — tight turnaround, brand restrictions, lack of assets.
Overcame it by creating custom elements, repurposing content, revisiting layout direction to maintain quality and meet deadlines.
✅ Outcome & Feedback
✔ Delivered a complete and visually compelling set of designs
🌟 Positive feedback on creativity, alignment with brief, and visual balance
🎯 Required few or no revisions — clients were highly satisfied
🧠 Reflection
This project sharpened my visual storytelling skills and refined my eye for layout, balance, and detail. It reinforced the importance of adaptability, strong fundamentals, and understanding the psychology of design — making it a standout addition to my portfolio.
YOUTUBE VIDEOS
Audition, Da Vinci Resolve, Premier Pro
Audition, Da Vinci Resolve, Premier Pro
YOUTUBE VIDEOS
🎬 Project Title: YouTube Vlogs & Testimonials Compilation
📂 Category: YouTube Video Editing – Vlogs & Testimonials
📅 Timeline: 2020 – Ongoing
🎨 Role: Video Editor & Visual Storyteller
🛠 Software Used: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition
✨ Overview
This project series featured a creative blend of casual vlogs and client testimonials, crafted for YouTube and social platforms. The goal was to maintain authenticity while enhancing clarity, pacing, and visual engagement — striking a balance between storytelling and professional polish.
🧩 Responsibilities
📋 Reviewed raw footage to define narrative structure and key moments
✂ Cut and arranged clips for natural flow and emotional impact
🎞 Added music, graphics, and text overlays to reinforce the message
🎯 Applied color grading and sound enhancements for a clean final output
📤 Exported and optimized for YouTube viewing and mobile playback
🧰 Tools & Techniques
Editing: 🎬 Premiere Pro – multi-cam sync, jump cuts, pacing.
Motion & Graphics: 🎨 After Effects – text reveals, logo animations.
Sound: 🎧 Adobe Audition – noise reduction, voice clarity.
Style: ✨ Smooth transitions, B-roll cutaways, engaging hooks, subtitles for accessibility
⚠ Challenges & Solutions
Faced the challenge of inconsistent lighting, varied audio levels, candid footage.
Adapted by applying advanced color correction and clean audio filters, while creatively trimming content to highlight key expressions and client tone.
✅ Outcome & Feedback
🎯 Delivered high-quality videos that retained viewer attention and enhanced brand trust
📈 Helped increase video engagement and audience relatability
🌟 Received positive feedback for video tone, pacing, and visual clarity
✔ Minimal revisions — clients and creators were highly satisfied
🧠 Reflection
Working across both vlogs and testimonials taught me how to balance spontaneity with storytelling structure. These projects strengthened my ability to shape compelling narratives from real-life moments — sharpening both technical skill and creative instinct.
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Lightroom, Photoshop
Lightroom, Photoshop
PHOTOGRAPHY
🎬 Project Title: Nature / Food / Model / Product Photography
📅 Timeline: 2019
🎨 Role: Photographer
🛠 Equipment/Software Used: Sony Alpha 6000, Lightroom, Photoshop
✨ Overview
This project focused on capturing striking visuals in various g photography. The goal was to create a visually engaging and emotionally resonant series through thoughtful composition, controlled lighting, and professional editing — all aimed at elevating the subject’s natural appeal.
🧩 Responsibilities
📷 Planned the shoot to align with the concept and setting
💡 Directed lighting and setup to highlight key details
🎯 Executed framing and camera settings with creative intent
🖼 Selected and retouched final images to professional standards
📤 Delivered images optimized for digital platforms and/or print
🧰 Tools & Techniques
Camera Gear: 📸 Sony Alpha 6000, 50mm/kit lens, tripod, reflectors.
Editing: 🎨 Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop
Techniques:
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Nature: Natural lighting, depth of field, weather balance
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Food: Flat lays, lighting angles, color correction
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Model: Posing direction, skin retouching, tonal grading
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Product: Clean backgrounds, reflection control, sharpness
⚠ Challenges & Solutions
Faced brief challenge — harsh sunlight, reflections, movement, limited props.
Adapted through — golden hour shooting, use of diffusers, creative framing to maintain quality and fulfill the concept.
✅ Outcome & Feedback
Achieved a set of polished visuals that aligned with the project’s vision and aesthetic goals.
🌟 Praised for composition, clarity, and mood — often required minimal or no revisions.
✔ Successfully delivered on time, with positive feedback from clients.
🧠 Reflection
This shoot enhanced my ability to work across different styles of photography, each requiring unique creative and technical considerations. It reaffirmed the importance of patience, adaptability, and precision — and helped further develop my visual signature.
Nature Photography
MODEL PHOTOGRAPHY
FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY
PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
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