Aina Mariah, a video editor at REV Media Group, revealed in an interview that she learned how to make Digital Special Effects (VFX) while in the COVID-19 lockout by viewing YouTube lessons.
Aina has been a video editor for about five years, and she has continually learned new techniques to improve her work. She takes the initiative to educate herself and seeks out the work of diverse VFX artists as fuel for her creative endeavors.
A Rising VFX Content Creator
When someone says VFX, who comes into your mind? Yup, Sofyank. But embrace yourself, as you are about to be introduced to the girl version of him, Aina Mariah!
Digital Special Effects (VFX)
Image via @sofyank96
By simply mentioning VFX, many people are to think of ZachKing, the king of creating contents in VFX, or the well-known local personality, Sofyank.
In Malaysia, the young man from Kelantan is a well-known VFX artist. His fame has increased after he won the Ultimate VFX Challenge in Los Angeles in April and claimed the title of champion. Not only in Malaysia, he is also famous worldwide.
‘Aina Tricks’ Sensation
Have you seen this one?
Aina can be seen hanging off the edge of a building like Spider-Man in this TikTok video.
Impressed would be an understatement. Many people were astounded by her talent for video editing, while others were intrigued by the methods she employed. Her popularity has been rising since this video blew up on TikTok. She did not only attract the attention of Malaysians but also the Indonesians.
Aina decided to start a series called “Aina Tricks” after producing a number of VFX videos on her own platform.
She concentrates on transitions, illusions, and special effects in this series. Every one of her videos is excellent in grabbing viewers on social media, particularly on Instagram and TikTok.
From Vision To Reality
Images via @ainamariah
Anyone would be enthralled to work with their idol. It doesn’t happen to everyone but it happens to Aina. She managed to get guidance from Sofyank himself after her popularity in this field of content creation started increasing. She had also been blessed with the opportunity to collaborate with him.
Not to forget, Auntie Purple!
In an interview with SAYS, she expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to work with her idol, Sofyank.
I’m thrilled to learn from him, even though I felt a bit nervous at the same time. Alhamdulillah, everything went smoothly. I won’t forget that moment.
Aina Mariah, A Rising VFX Content Creator
Isn’t it inspiring to see young people today making their dreams come true? Her success story reminds us that there is always good in everything and nothing is impossible if we work hard for it. Rising from the struggle of the pandemic, she had taken the opportunity to gain something positive out of it. If you are to learn something after reading this, take this value and start making changes to your life.
