Hello! I'm Kevin Briones, a Senior Narrative Illustrator with 20 years of industry experience, including extensive work as an Art Director in motion design. I’m skilled in cinematic storyboarding, narrative illustration, and developing campaign-driven visuals for branded and experiential media, predominantly for sports entertainment and live events in Toronto. I'm seeking a new challenge to grow and apply my skills in an inspiring long-term opportunity with a strong team and supportive work environment.…

Kevin Briones

Hello! I'm Kevin Briones, a Senior Narrative Illustrator with 20 years of industry experience, including extensive work as an Art Director in motion design. I’m skilled in cinematic storyboarding, narrative illustration, and developing campaign-driven visuals for branded and experiential media, predominantly for sports entertainment and live events in Toronto. I'm seeking a new challenge to grow and apply my skills in an inspiring long-term opportunity with a strong team and supportive work environment.…

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Hello! I’m Kevin Briones, a Senior Narrative Illustrator with 20 years of industry experience, including extensive work as an Art Director in motion design. I’m skilled in cinematic storyboarding, narrative illustration, and developing campaign-driven visuals for branded and experiential media, predominantly for sports entertainment and live events in Toronto.

I’m seeking a new challenge to grow and apply my skills in an inspiring long-term opportunity with a strong team and supportive work environment.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at Flux 88 Studios
November 1, 2021 - February 1, 2024
Lead digital design solutions including motion graphics, immersive virtual environments, video production and avatar/character creation for artists, musicians and athletes, coordinating with partners and clients.
Art Director (Freelance) at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Art direction, ideation, storyboarding, asset creation, and illustrative services for sports entertainment, branding, marketing, digital and social media executions.
Art Director at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Freelance art director providing motion design ideation, storyboarding, asset creation and illustration services for sports entertainment, branding, marketing, digital and social media campaigns.
Art Director at Freelance Motion design (self-employed)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Motion design ideation, storyboarding, asset creation and illustrative services for sports entertainment, branding, marketing and digital/social media executions.
Art Director at Freelance Motion Design
December 30, 2019 - Present
Art director providing freelance motion design ideation, storyboarding, asset creation, and illustrative services for sports entertainment, branding, marketing, digital and social media executions.
Art Director at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
July 1, 2018 - October 1, 2021
Creative lead to a team of motion designers, remote freelancers/vendors and coordinated with the design studio to create In-Arena experiences for the Leafs/Raptors/Toronto FC/Argonauts as well as social media content to further the brands online.
Art Director at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)
July 1, 2018 - October 1, 2021
Creative lead to a team of motion designers and remote freelancers/vendors, coordinating with the design studio to create in-arena experiences for Leafs/Raptors/Toronto FC/Argonauts and social media content.
Freelance Artist at Marvel/Upper Deck Entertainment
May 1, 2018 - Present
Commissioned traditional artworks (ink & watercolour) for Upper Deck annual collections.
Senior Designer at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
May 1, 2012 - July 1, 2018
With a results oriented approach, I’ve been able to employ a broad range of techniques in animation, illustration and motion design, compositing live action with CG elements to generating 2D and 3D assets for content in-arena (motion design for multiple screen sizes and formats), as well as social, digital and broadcast media.
Senior Designer at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)
May 1, 2012 - July 1, 2018
Applied animation, illustration and motion design techniques, compositing live action with CG elements to generate 2D and 3D assets for content in-arena (motion design for multiple screen sizes and formats), as well as social, digital and broadcast media.
Designer at OneMethod
March 1, 2009 - May 1, 2012
Design for web; developed Flash-based interactive media components; motion graphic design and production; character design and animation.

Education

Diploma in Multimedia Design and Production at Fanshawe College
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Diploma in Multimedia Design and Production at Fanshawe College
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
Diploma in Multimedia Design and Production at Fanshawe College
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
Diploma in Multimedia Design and Production at Fanshawe College
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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