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Rian McDaid

@rianmcdaid

Enthusiastic motion designer with a passion for creative storytelling.

Zimbabwe
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment where I can grow creatively and tackle exciting projects.

I am a talented artist with a diverse skill set in motion design, animation, and video editing. My journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Animation from Northumbria University, where I graduated with first-class honours. Since then, I have honed my craft in various roles, including my current position as a Motion Graphics Designer at Sixty Seconds, where I create engaging explainer videos and support materials for clients.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with teams to produce high-quality marketing assets and infographics, utilizing tools like After Effects and Cinema 4D. My experience spans across different projects, from designing props for animated series to creating 3D visualizations for construction projects. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy the challenge of problem-solving, always eager to learn and adapt to new technologies and techniques.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Motion Graphics Designer

Sixty Seconds

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Designed and produced explainer videos for clients, including creating After Effects templates for the company app. Managed the in-house render PC and provided support for AE templates, while also editing client podcasts and creating Rive assets.

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Motion Graphics Designer

Global Cycling Network

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Developed infographics, marketing assets, and 3D maps using After Effects for various projects. Collaborated effectively with the motion design team to fulfill briefs and utilized Cinema 4D for asset creation.

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Designer

Sixteen South Studios

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Designed props and backgrounds in Photoshop for the 'Pinkalicious & Peterrific' series. Actively participated in workbooks, contributing to discussions on implementing props from storyboard animatics.

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3D Artist

Graham Construction

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Produced detailed 3D images for Graham Construction, visualizing the construction process of an upcoming bridge. Collaborated closely with architects to ensure accurate scaling and proportions in all visualisations.

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Motion Graphics Designer

Football Talents Shanghai

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Developed a Motion Graphics animation to promote Football Talents Shanghai's business. Additionally, edited multiple promotional videos to support marketing efforts.

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Video Editor

The Eglantine Bar

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 5 months)

Edited promotional videos for The Eglantine Bar using Adobe Premiere, enhancing their marketing presence. Applied strong video editing skills to deliver engaging visual content.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

NU

Northumbria University

Bachelor of Arts, Animation

Grade: First-class Honours

Achieved First-class Honours in Animation. Developed a wide range of skills in motion design, animation, illustration, and video editing. Gained expertise in various software including Adobe Creative Suite and 3D modeling tools.

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