Background:
In late 2023, the Charlotte Hornets approached Wheelhouse with a sizable, multi-faceted project. The many elements of this project challenged me not only creatively but also technically. The deliverables consisted of:
- One (1) x jersey reveal video
- One (1) x in-arena hype video
- One (1) x in-arena hype video supporting animations
- Eight (8) x in-arena player intro animations
- One (1) x replay animation
About:
Client: Charlotte Hornets
Studio: Wheelhouse
My Role: VFX , Lead Animator, Cam Op
Custom 3D coin asset built in C4D, reused multiple times.
Custom 3D robotic bee for the jersey reveal video.
In-arena player intro animations. Designed for 14 separate screens.
In-arena hype video supporting animations.
Client: Charlotte Hornets
Studio: Wheelhouse
Producers: Adam Colborne & John Allred
Director: Chris Waltman
Cam Op/VFX/Lead Animator: Elliot Wilks
Lead Editor: Eric Schlenker