I'm a Motion Designer with a passion for creating captivating visuals. I specialize in animation, visual effects, and graphic design, and I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite—including After Effects and Illustrator—as well as 2D and 3D animation tools like Maya and Cinema 4D. I enjoy storyboarding, keyframing, and compositing to craft engaging content that blends typography, digital design, and storytelling. I have a strong background teaching film production, visual effects, and editing as an adjunct professor. I bring creative direction and practical project management to every collaboration, driving innovative and effective visual solutions. In addition to my industry work, I contribute to higher education through roles at ASU and the University of Advancing Technology, helping students develop market-ready skills and a portfolio of work.

Corey O'Brien

I'm a Motion Designer with a passion for creating captivating visuals. I specialize in animation, visual effects, and graphic design, and I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite—including After Effects and Illustrator—as well as 2D and 3D animation tools like Maya and Cinema 4D. I enjoy storyboarding, keyframing, and compositing to craft engaging content that blends typography, digital design, and storytelling. I have a strong background teaching film production, visual effects, and editing as an adjunct professor. I bring creative direction and practical project management to every collaboration, driving innovative and effective visual solutions. In addition to my industry work, I contribute to higher education through roles at ASU and the University of Advancing Technology, helping students develop market-ready skills and a portfolio of work.

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I’m a Motion Designer with a passion for creating captivating visuals. I specialize in animation, visual effects, and graphic design, and I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Suite—including After Effects and Illustrator—as well as 2D and 3D animation tools like Maya and Cinema 4D. I enjoy storyboarding, keyframing, and compositing to craft engaging content that blends typography, digital design, and storytelling.

I have a strong background teaching film production, visual effects, and editing as an adjunct professor. I bring creative direction and practical project management to every collaboration, driving innovative and effective visual solutions. In addition to my industry work, I contribute to higher education through roles at ASU and the University of Advancing Technology, helping students develop market-ready skills and a portfolio of work.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Media Developer at Ascend Learning
March 1, 2019 - July 1, 2024
Produce and edit video content while pioneering new visual learning methods specifically for the NASM EDGE program. Captured video content for NASM EDGE's exercise library, edited resources, and supervised livestream content.
Interactive Video Editor at Harkins Theatres
January 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018
Created video and motion graphic content for Creative Services, Marketing, and Sales. Crafted animated content using 2D elements and developed 3D elements for promotional materials, transforming studio materials into dynamic content.
Video Editor and Motion Graphics Artist at Isagenix
December 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Edited videos and crafted animated graphics using Adobe Creative Suite and Cinema 4D. Managed projects while providing creative direction for graphic design and animation. Performed camera operations, color correction and grading, as well as sound engineering and design.
Adjunct Professor - Contract at University of Advancing Technology
March 1, 2019 - Present
Instruct college-level courses in video production, visual effects, and editing. Devise curriculum for courses such as DV140 - Digital Audio Fundamentals and DV145 - Introduction to Maya and 3D Studio Max. Teach a range of subjects including Digital Audio Fundamentals, Digital Video Production, Introduction to Maya and 3D Studio Max, and Digital Video Editing.
Faculty Associate - Contract at Arizona State University
August 1, 2022 - Present
Design and update course syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments for Film Production, Visual Effects, and Editing courses. Conduct lectures, workshops, and hands-on labs in Film Production, Visual Effects, and Editing, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Guide students in academic and career development and foster an inclusive learning environment.
Staff at Phoenix Film Festival
December 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Support festival operations and contribute to event execution.

Education

Master of Science at DePaul University – College of Computing and Digital Media
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2011
Bachelor of Arts at Northern Illinois University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2003

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet