I'm Jean Cabrera, a creative leader with 15+ years of experience in animation, motion design, and art direction. I’m driven by a passion for animation, visual storytelling, and delivering work at the highest creative level. I have a proven ability to lead and mentor design teams, elevate visual quality, and deliver compelling work across fast-paced production environments. I’m hands-on, collaborative, and committed to creative excellence. I thrive in fast-moving production settings, collaborating closely with producers and stakeholders to resolve creative challenges, maintain efficiency, and ensure brand alignment from concept through delivery.

Jean Cabrera

I'm Jean Cabrera, a creative leader with 15+ years of experience in animation, motion design, and art direction. I’m driven by a passion for animation, visual storytelling, and delivering work at the highest creative level. I have a proven ability to lead and mentor design teams, elevate visual quality, and deliver compelling work across fast-paced production environments. I’m hands-on, collaborative, and committed to creative excellence. I thrive in fast-moving production settings, collaborating closely with producers and stakeholders to resolve creative challenges, maintain efficiency, and ensure brand alignment from concept through delivery.

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I’m Jean Cabrera, a creative leader with 15+ years of experience in animation, motion design, and art direction. I’m driven by a passion for animation, visual storytelling, and delivering work at the highest creative level. I have a proven ability to lead and mentor design teams, elevate visual quality, and deliver compelling work across fast-paced production environments. I’m hands-on, collaborative, and committed to creative excellence.

I thrive in fast-moving production settings, collaborating closely with producers and stakeholders to resolve creative challenges, maintain efficiency, and ensure brand alignment from concept through delivery.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director at Rogers Sportsnet
May 1, 2024 - Present
Lead and mentor a team of motion designers delivering broadcast and marketing graphics at a high creative standard. Provide clear art direction, design critique, and performance feedback to elevate output. Oversee visual development from concept through delivery, ensuring alignment with brand, schedule, and production goals. Collaborate with producers and stakeholders to resolve creative challenges and maintain efficiency.
Senior Motion Designer at Rogers Sportsnet
July 1, 2017 - April 30, 2024
Led concept development and execution for major brand campaigns and broadcast packages. Maintained visual consistency and quality across multiple platforms. Mentored junior artists through hands-on guidance and creative reviews. Designed and animated broadcast graphics, titles, and transitions. Collaborated with creative teams to translate briefs into clear, engaging visual narratives.
Motion Designer at TSN
October 1, 2012 - July 1, 2017
Created motion design assets as part of the network's on-air branding and marketing graphics during tenure at TSN.

Education

Digital Animation in Art at BCIT, Vancouver
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025
Flash Animation in Arts at OCAD University, Toronto
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025
Digital Animation in Art at BCIT, Vancouver
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025
Flash Animation in Arts at OCAD University, Toronto
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Software & Internet