Hi, I’m Ionut Radu, a senior motion designer based in Bucharest with over a decade of experience crafting visuals for advertising, gaming, and digital campaigns. I specialize in 2D animation, video editing, and motion graphics, collaborating with diverse teams to bring ideas to life on time and on budget. I enjoy shaping brand identities and creating visually engaging stories that resonate with audiences. I’m passionate about solving creative challenges and delivering high-quality work. I thrive in collaborative environments and love partnering with teams and clients who value innovative storytelling and impactful visuals. I’m open to opportunities to contribute to bold projects and push the boundaries of motion design.

Ionut Radu

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Hi, I’m Ionut Radu, a senior motion designer based in Bucharest with over a decade of experience crafting visuals for advertising, gaming, and digital campaigns. I specialize in 2D animation, video editing, and motion graphics, collaborating with diverse teams to bring ideas to life on time and on budget. I enjoy shaping brand identities and creating visually engaging stories that resonate with audiences. I’m passionate about solving creative challenges and delivering high-quality work. I thrive in collaborative environments and love partnering with teams and clients who value innovative storytelling and impactful visuals. I’m open to opportunities to contribute to bold projects and push the boundaries of motion design.

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Hi, I’m Ionut Radu, a senior motion designer based in Bucharest with over a decade of experience crafting visuals for advertising, gaming, and digital campaigns. I specialize in 2D animation, video editing, and motion graphics, collaborating with diverse teams to bring ideas to life on time and on budget. I enjoy shaping brand identities and creating visually engaging stories that resonate with audiences.

I’m passionate about solving creative challenges and delivering high-quality work. I thrive in collaborative environments and love partnering with teams and clients who value innovative storytelling and impactful visuals. I’m open to opportunities to contribute to bold projects and push the boundaries of motion design.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at DWF
February 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Led the creative team to realize the artistic and strategic vision of campaigns. Supervised the end-to-end production process from initial concept to final implementation. Developed and presented creative concepts to clients and internal teams, and implemented feedback to improve performance.
2D Animator at Playtika
April 1, 2024 - Present
Rigged and animated 2D artwork for characters, objects, scenes, and UI elements using After Effects and Spine. Developed animation techniques to enhance user experience in game environments and collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
Senior motion and graphic designer at BCW Brussels
August 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024
Led creative initiatives for B2B and corporate communications; developed and presented creative concepts; evaluated and improved team performance; collaborated with cross-functional teams to align with project goals and brand guidelines.
Freelance Motion Graphic Designer at Byclops Animation
January 1, 2019 - Present
Owned the entire video production process from concept and storyboards to final edit; delivered animated spots, editorial designs, brochures, and campaigns; created templates for presentations and assets for newsletters, banners, and social media.
Motion designer at eMAG
October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2022
Created motion graphics and animation for marketing materials, training content, and product features; collaborated with teams to produce engaging visuals and maintain brand consistency.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing at Academy of Economic Studies from Bucharest
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor's degree in Marketing at Academy of Economic Studies from Bucharest
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor's degree at Academy of Economic Studies, Bucharest
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Animation Bootcamp - School of Motion
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026
Maya Workshop - Animation Mentor
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026
Design Bootcamp - School of Motion
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026
Character Animation Bootcamp - School of Motion
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026
Animation Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Maya Workshop
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Animation Mentor
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Design Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Character Animation Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Animation Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Maya Workshop
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Animation Mentor
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Design Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Character Animation Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Gaming, Software & Internet, Retail
    uniE608 Splunk - State of Security
    The client provided the storyboard and art direction and i designed and animated the assets.
    uniE608 Bonusly - Explainer Video
    The client provided the storyboard and art direction and i illustrated and animated the assets.
    uniE608 Voost - Explainer Video
    The client provided the storyboard and art direction and i illustrated and animated the assets.
    uniE608 Fortinet - Explainer Video
    The client provided the storyboard and art direction. Based on that i illustrated and animated this explainer video.
    uniE608 Nouri Prenatal - Explainer Video
    This is an explainer video that i animated. The assets were provided by the client.