Xuan (Kristy) Huang
FX Artist · 3D Generalist · VFX Supervisor · Freelancer
About me
VFX Artist and 3D Generalist with 8+ years of experience spanning broadcast motion graphics, episodic television VFX, on-set supervision, and freelance production. Specialized in fluid simulations, FX dynamics, and Houdini-driven pipelines. Credits include Netflix's The Diplomat, Apple TV+'s The Changeling, and American Horror Story. Currently working as a freelance FX artist and VFX supervisor across post-production and live event clients.
Experience
Freelance FX Artist & VFX Supervisor
Various Clients · New York, NY
- FotoKem — Collaborated on post-production VFX including FX simulations and on-set supervision support.
- InnovatorX — Created motion graphics, FX simulations, and broadcast visuals for live and digital productions.
- Delivered end-to-end FX work independently: simulation, lighting, and client communication.
FX Artist
FuseFX · New York, NY
- Created fluid simulations, explosions, and dynamic FX for major episodic productions.
- Key credits: Netflix's The Diplomat (explosion & ocean sequences), Apple TV+'s The Changeling, American Horror Story, The Blacklist.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors and compositing teams to integrate FX seamlessly into live-action footage.
CG Intern
SideFX · Santa Monica, CA
- Developed production-quality projects in Houdini for internal and client-facing demos.
- Tested new Houdini features and provided detailed feedback to the development team.
Teaching Assistant
Savannah College of Art and Design · Savannah, GA
- Supported professor with Game Environment course lectures.
- Ran extra help sessions and delivered select independent lectures.
Animator
Shanghai Yushi Network Technology · Shanghai, China
- Produced promotional video packaging and special effects for digital campaigns.
Animator & VFX Producer
Siyi Studio · Guangzhou, China
- Produced video animations, broadcast motion graphics, and post-production for TV programs and advertising.
- Credits include 2016 Lantern Festival Evening Program, Humor Observer, and Ping An Group campaign.
Animator & VFX Producer
Guangdong Jingshi Visual Culture and Media · Guangzhou, China
- Designed logo animations and special effects for broadcast; built AE–PR–Avid collaborative workflow.
- Contributed to Millions of Challenges and Love in the Sea Island.
Animator & VFX Producer (Intern)
Guangdong Radio and Television Station · Guangzhou, China
- Gained foundational broadcast production experience across multiple television programs.
Education
Master of Fine Arts, Visual Effects
Savannah College of Art and Design · Savannah, GA
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Digital Media Arts
Nanfang College of Sun Yat-Sen University
Awards
Excellent Work Prize — B. Duck Proposition
13th Academy Awards of Chinese College Students' Advertising Art Festival
Finalist — Multimedia Animation
5th National Crazy Creative Traffic Safety Creative Competition