I'm Amy McCarthy, a graphic and motion designer based in Cork, Ireland. I bring 4+ years of experience designing for digital and print, with growing expertise in motion graphics and animation. I'm passionate about design and storytelling, translating briefs into engaging visuals across social media, web, marketing, print and video.…

Amy McCarthy

I'm Amy McCarthy, a graphic and motion designer based in Cork, Ireland. I bring 4+ years of experience designing for digital and print, with growing expertise in motion graphics and animation. I'm passionate about design and storytelling, translating briefs into engaging visuals across social media, web, marketing, print and video.…

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I’m Amy McCarthy, a graphic and motion designer based in Cork, Ireland. I bring 4+ years of experience designing for digital and print, with growing expertise in motion graphics and animation. I’m passionate about design and storytelling, translating briefs into engaging visuals across social media, web, marketing, print and video.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer (Remote, Contract) at TCGplayer (an eBay company)
March 1, 2025 - Present
Created on-brand digital assets across Photoshop, Illustrator and Figma. Supported Marketing & Copywriting teams with creative design for an e‑commerce audience. Maintained project management and communication through Jira, Slack and Teams. Contributed creative input in cross-functional meetings to improve campaigns.
Junior Graphic & Motion Designer (Hybrid, Contract) at Otter Products
December 1, 2024 - September 21, 2025
Supported EMEA and APAC e-commerce and marketing campaigns to boost engagement and sales. Delivered high-quality print, digital, social, product, and web visuals using the Adobe Suite. Collaborated across teams to deliver high-quality design under tight deadlines.
Graphic & Motion Designer (Freelance) at Cork Nature Network
December 31, 2024 - September 21, 2025
Spearheaded visual identity development, including brand positioning, promotions, and animations. Collaborated with the marketing team to create concepts and visual styles for campaigns. Increased customer engagement through characters and animations. Produced motion graphics for video using After Effects and Premiere Pro.
Graphic & Motion Designer (Remote, Freelance contract) at SeqBiome
September 30, 2021 - September 21, 2025
Led projects and delivered branding and design for a B2B pharmaceutical company seeking promotion to the B2C market. Modernised corporate image with contemporary UI design in Figma. Presented concepts to stakeholders and produced UI prototypes and print materials; designed logos, animations and infographics to boost audience engagement.
Graphic Designer at eBay TCGplayer
March 1, 2025 - Present
Designed e-commerce web banners, infographics and e-newsletters. Translated briefs into compelling visuals for marketing campaigns. Adapted designs for desktop and mobile formats. Integrated feedback swiftly to refine deliverables.
Junior Graphic & Motion Designer at Otter Products
February 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Designed images, layouts and motion graphics for Amazon listings. Produced visuals in Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and After Effects. Partnered with Senior Designer to meet tight deadlines. Followed established design workflows and brand guidelines.
Graphic & Motion Designer at Cork Nature Network
October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Designed brochures, posters, and social media visuals. Contributed to team brainstorming with innovative design solutions. Created animations using After Effects and Premiere Pro.
Graphic & Motion Designer at SeqBiome
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Designed website UI prototypes and presentations in Figma. Offered strategic design insights to improve overall output. Produced logos, infographics, and animations for product promotion.
Graphic Designer at Lucas Products & Services
June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Developed design concepts and print-ready artwork. Ensured accuracy in copy, layout, dimensions and colour. Operated and maintained printing equipment.

Education

Masters in Motion Graphics at LABASAD Barcelona School in Art & Design
May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025
Short-term Animation Courses at Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Arts BA Visual Communications at Munster Technological University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
QQI Level 5 & 6 at Cork College of FET, Douglas Street Campus
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
MA Motion Graphics at LABASAD Barcelona School of Art and Design
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
BA Visual Communications at Munster Technological University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

The art of the walk cycle
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2025
Storyboarding for animation
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2025
Essence of the pose
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Retail