Hi, I’m Gerard, a dynamic Graphic Designer, 3D animator, and e-learning specialist with over 15 years of hands-on experience crafting engaging digital content. I blend technical precision with creative storytelling to bring complex concepts to life through immersive visuals, interactive modules, and scalable training solutions. From leading LMS development and instructional design at The Boiler Room to delivering compelling 3D assets for diverse clients, I thrive in collaborative, innovation-forward environments. I’m passionate about shaping effective learning experiences that boost performance while keeping the user experience at the center.

Gerard van Rooy

Hi, I’m Gerard, a dynamic Graphic Designer, 3D animator, and e-learning specialist with over 15 years of hands-on experience crafting engaging digital content. I blend technical precision with creative storytelling to bring complex concepts to life through immersive visuals, interactive modules, and scalable training solutions. From leading LMS development and instructional design at The Boiler Room to delivering compelling 3D assets for diverse clients, I thrive in collaborative, innovation-forward environments. I’m passionate about shaping effective learning experiences that boost performance while keeping the user experience at the center.

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Hi, I’m Gerard, a dynamic Graphic Designer, 3D animator, and e-learning specialist with over 15 years of hands-on experience crafting engaging digital content. I blend technical precision with creative storytelling to bring complex concepts to life through immersive visuals, interactive modules, and scalable training solutions.

From leading LMS development and instructional design at The Boiler Room to delivering compelling 3D assets for diverse clients, I thrive in collaborative, innovation-forward environments. I’m passionate about shaping effective learning experiences that boost performance while keeping the user experience at the center.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Creative Professional at Self-Employed (Centurion, Pretoria)
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2004
Delivered 3D animation, logo and website design, and brand identities for diverse clients; produced a 3D advertisement for Waltons; designed complete website solutions for an insurance company; developed brand identity and logos for an emerging software company.
Freelance 3D Artist / Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2004 - December 1, 2006
Delivered 3D animations, website designs, and logo creation for diverse clients; created 3D advertisements (e.g., Waltons via Lode Studios partnership); designed complete website solutions for an insurance company; developed brand identities and logos for emerging software companies; built a reputation for innovative design solutions and client collaboration.
Senior Multimedia Specialist | e-Learning Designer | Instructional Designer at The Boiler Room
October 1, 2012 - June 1, 2025
Led design and delivery of high-quality e-learning content and 3D animation for corporate training programs. Built interactive solutions, managed cross-functional collaboration, and leveraged LMS platforms to achieve measurable learning outcomes. Key achievements include founding the Developer Department (2014) and serving as Lead Moodle LMS Developer and Designer (2015-2025). Worked across energy, mining, and industrial sectors delivering interactive e-learning, 3D animation, simulations, and visual storytelling; contributed to all aspects of production pipelines and client engagements; animated main characters for major projects such as 'The Body Defenders' 3D movie.
Animation Modeller at ACT Animation
January 1, 2009 - December 1, 2014
Animated and modeled various 3D assets for feature animation production.

Education

B.Com Financial Accounting at University of Pretoria
January 11, 1999 - April 14, 2004
BA in Visual Communication at The Open Window School for Visual Communication
January 15, 2007 - December 18, 2009
Mayor in 3D Animation

Qualifications

BA in visual communication
January 11, 2007 - December 18, 2009
Major in 3D Anmation

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Agriculture & Mining, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Other