Javad Ramazani
Javad Ramazani Art works
EB-1 Artist | VFX Director | Digital & Physical Fabrication Specialist
I am an EB-1 Visa holder (recognized for Extraordinary Ability) and a distinguished visual artist with over 25 years of international experience in the media industry. Currently, as a scholar within the Portland State University (PSU) Honors College, I specialize in bridging the gap between high-end digital technology and master craftsmanship.
Recent U.S. Achievements & Academic Excellence
PSU Honors College Scholar: Currently pursuing advanced research and creative practice within the prestigious Honors program.
2026 All-Oregon Academic Team Member: Recognized as one of the top students in the state of Oregon.
Cumulative 4.0 GPA (President’s List): Maintaining a perfect academic record throughout my U.S. education.
STEAM Lab Technician (2025): Provided high-level technical support for digital fabrication and interdisciplinary research projects.
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society: Active member of the international honors organization for academic excellence.
2026 All-Oregon Academic Team Member: Recognized as one of the top students in the state of Oregon.
Cumulative 4.0 GPA (President’s List): Maintaining a perfect academic record throughout my U.S. education.
STEAM Lab Technician (2025): Provided high-level technical support for digital fabrication and interdisciplinary research projects.
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society: Active member of the international honors organization for academic excellence.
Creative Leadership & Jury Experience
Jury Chair & National Judge: Served as the Chairperson of the Jury and a lead judge for various national film and arts festivals, overseeing the evaluation of professional creative works.
International Festival Juror: Invited as a distinguished jury member for numerous international film and animation festivals.
International Festival Juror: Invited as a distinguished jury member for numerous international film and animation festivals.
The "Total Maker" Philosophy
My work is driven by the "Total Maker" philosophy—a seamless integration of digital mastery (3D modeling, VFX, and motion graphics) with traditional physical fabrication (welding, carpentry, and glass casting). I view art as an essential tool for critical thinking, environmental awareness, and social transformation.
Global Career Highlights
VFX & Animation Leadership: Directed over 20 award-winning films and supervised VFX for 12 feature films.
International Recognition: Winner of 15 national and international awards, including the Golden Statuette for Technical Achievement.
University Instruction: 24 years of experience teaching Animation and VFX at the university level, mentoring over 250 students.
International Recognition: Winner of 15 national and international awards, including the Golden Statuette for Technical Achievement.
University Instruction: 24 years of experience teaching Animation and VFX at the university level, mentoring over 250 students.
Technical Mastery
Digital Production: Expertise in 2D/3D Animation, Character Design, and Motion Graphics using After Effects, 3ds Max, Blender, and Maya.
Advanced Fabrication: Certified specialist in Woodworking, Steel Sculpture Welding, Glass Casting, and complex Mold Making.
Advanced Fabrication: Certified specialist in Woodworking, Steel Sculpture Welding, Glass Casting, and complex Mold Making.
Professional Memberships:
Oregon Media Production Association (OMPA)
Portland Art Museum
Oregon Media Production Association (OMPA)
Portland Art Museum