ESPN
Animator and Compositor for e-sports live broadcast graphics
THE STORY
ESPN was hosting a major eSports event that would be streamed live and featured on air with highlights of the biggest moments. They approached me to help create graphics that would captivate their audience and enhance the event's visual appeal.
Graphics included:
Lower thirds
Countdown transitions
Team logo reveals
Stingers
Logo and countdown animation bugs
THE WORK
Our work was integral to the channel’s coverage of several mainstream eSports. One of our most interesting projects involved compositing a countdown. I used the 3D team's incredible environments and scenes, and added effects such as explosions, smoke, and particles to create a layered and dynamic sequence. Check out the video below to see a breakdown.
THE AUDIENCE
Gamers are a discerning audience accustomed to high-quality graphics and cutting-edge technology. The challenge was to create graphics that would impress this demanding demographic and keep them engaged throughout the event.