Nicolas Papin

I work freelance, directly with you. When a project needs more than one pair of hands (many shots, a tight deadline or a skill outside my expertise), I bring in trusted creatives as subcontractors and take responsibility for their work. You keep one point of contact, one quote and one invoice.

I mainly work on 3D CGI, motion design and art direction for brands, agencies and studios: projects that call for high-end visual execution. I can lead the creative direction or deliver work within a brief from another studio.

It starts with a clear understanding of your brief and intentions. I then explore visual references, moodboards and storyboards before building the project in Cinema 4D and Octane Render. I share work-in-progress previews so every decision is approved before the final render. The aim: no unwelcome surprises, and a result true to the original vision.

Yes, for prep work: moodboards, storyboards, refining the brief and repetitive tasks in Cinema 4D. The image or film you receive is never AI-generated: I make it in Cinema 4D and Octane Render. None of your files are sent to an AI tool without your consent. How I use AI

A clear brief (goal, audience, deliverables and deadline), any visual references and your brand assets (logo, guidelines and files). If the project is still taking shape, that’s fine: we can define it together in an initial conversation. A 50% deposit is required when the quote is signed to start production.

A blend of technical precision and design sensitivity. I don’t just deliver a 3D render: I consider composition, lighting, storytelling and intent. Every project is treated as a unique piece, with close attention to detail and careful execution from concept to final render. Above all, you work directly with me, without an intermediary.

It depends on complexity, but a complete CGI project typically takes 2 to 6 weeks. 3D packshots and environment visualizations can be delivered in a few days; more complex animations take longer for modeling, look development and rendering. I always share a detailed schedule before we begin.

Of course. Beyond the projects shown here, I can share more detailed case studies or references relevant to your sector on request. Some work covered by NDAs is not public but may be shown during a conversation. Contact me directly to discuss.

Each project is quoted based on the brief, deliverables and resources required. As a guide, a still-image packshot runs €450–600 excl. VAT for 1 angle, or €700–1,100 excl. VAT for 3 angles. An animated packshot up to 15 s (product turntable or trajectory) runs €900–1,800 excl. VAT. Set design starts at €300 excl. VAT per image when you supply a 3D file. More complex projects are quoted, and the online estimate gives a range for yours. You receive a detailed proposal before work begins, with a 50% deposit due on signing.

NDAs are respected, with white-label work available under your contract. If extra support is needed, I can bring in skilled freelancers under NDA, only where your contract permits subcontracting. I remain your sole point of contact.