Bill Hinkson

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Bill Hinkson is a seasoned animation and design professional with over 25 years of experience in the industry.

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Bill Hinkson is a seasoned animation and design professional with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Affectionately known as “The Ice Man” for his ability to manage pressure with exceptional poise, Bill is a talented motion graphics artist and video producer. He specializes in 3D animation, motion graphics, editing, and broadcast design, delivering consistently high-quality results.

Throughout his career, Bill has contributed to numerous high-profile broadcast projects, including work for the Food Network, the SPEED series, and Discovery’s American Pickers. His portfolio showcases a massive range, from explainer videos to enterprise videos for clients such as Pepsi, BIC, IBM, Dell and UKG.

Bill has held significant roles at renowned companies such as Blue Chip Films, Rejectbarn Design & Animation, and Palace Digital Studios. His technical proficiency encompasses a wide range of software, including Maxon Cinema 4D, Figma, After Effects and the full Adobe Suite of products. Whether working in agency environments or independently through his own studio, Bill remains a reliable and over-delivering partner on any video project.

  • Joined August 2024

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Media & Entertainment

Projects · 2

Here’s a quick demo reel of the services I can provide.

  • 2D Animator
  • 3D Animator
  • Animator
  • +2

Tasked with showcasing a new software product we shot this video with an Academy Award Nominated Producer to create a fun and informative video.

  • Animator
  • Creative Director
  • Motion Graphic Designer

Work experience· 5 roles

Owner/Animator & Designer · Bill Hinkson DesignApr 2009 – Present · 17 yrs 8 mos
Lead Designer · Blue Chip FilmsMar 2008 – Mar 2009 · 1 yr 1 mo
Managing Partner · Rejectbarn Design & AnimationDec 2001 – Mar 2008 · 6 yrs 4 mos
Motion Graphics Designer · Palace Digital StudiosMar 1998 – Dec 2001 · 3 yrs 10 mos
Character Designer & Animator · Headspin TechnologiesMar 1997 – Mar 1998 · 1 yr 1 mo

Education

Degree in 3D and Advanced 3D Animation · School of Communication Arts1995 – 1996

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