I’m Ellen Andries, a freelance visual- and motion designer. I translate complex or sensitive topics into accessible animations, illustrations, motion graphics, and graphic design. I work both digitally and illustratively, from concept and storyboard to final execution. I help organizations in the non-profit, cultural, and public sectors—nationally and internationally—communicate their message clearly, humanely, and visually. Since 2020 I’ve led MyEndo, a creative impact project on health communication that blends live-action and animation to raise awareness and influence policy related to women’s health.

Ellen Andries

I’m Ellen Andries, a freelance visual- and motion designer. I translate complex or sensitive topics into accessible animations, illustrations, motion graphics, and graphic design. I work both digitally and illustratively, from concept and storyboard to final execution. I help organizations in the non-profit, cultural, and public sectors—nationally and internationally—communicate their message clearly, humanely, and visually. Since 2020 I’ve led MyEndo, a creative impact project on health communication that blends live-action and animation to raise awareness and influence policy related to women’s health.

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I’m Ellen Andries, a freelance visual- and motion designer. I translate complex or sensitive topics into accessible animations, illustrations, motion graphics, and graphic design. I work both digitally and illustratively, from concept and storyboard to final execution.
I help organizations in the non-profit, cultural, and public sectors—nationally and internationally—communicate their message clearly, humanely, and visually.

Since 2020 I’ve led MyEndo, a creative impact project on health communication that blends live-action and animation to raise awareness and influence policy related to women’s health.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Animator / Motion-Graphic Designer / Creative Director / Producer / CEO at AMad Production
January 1, 2013 - Present
Animator and motion/graphic designer contributing to multiple productions; held leadership roles including Creative Director, Producer and CEO; worked with clients such as UNICEF, ICRC, Green Cross, and various NGOs; led visual storytelling projects and social media campaigns (including health-communication initiatives).
Creative Designer at What! Graphics Studio
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
Creative design and motion design projects for a diverse client base including music videos and promotional content.
Motion Designer at Belgacom TV (Proximus)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Motion design work for Belgacom TV/Proximus, producing animated content and promotional visuals.

Education

Visual Arts (Beeldvorming) at Secondary Art Institute, Ghent, Belgium
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2002
Master of Fine Arts - Graphic Design at Royal Academy of Fine Arts, Ghent, Belgium
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Animation Class at Academy of Fine Arts, Ghent, Belgium
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Animation Bootcamp at School of Motion
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026

Qualifications

Visual Arts (Beeldvorming)
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2002
Master of Fine Arts - Graphic Design
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Animation Class
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Master in Fine Arts - Graphic Design
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Animation Bootcamp
June 1, 2016 - July 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Government, Education