I am a hardworking 2D/3D animator based in Denver, CO with 22 years of professional experience primarily working within the Adobe CC ecosystem. Having classical training in 3D modeling, I evolved my career into the 2D and 2.5D animation space while leveraging plugins like Element 3D and Stardust for particles as well as software such as Cinema 4D and Spline for 3D web content. My extensive work includes collaborating with teams, leading projects from ideation to completion, and maintaining a strong work ethic throughout. Currently, I am expanding back into my 3D roots with a growing focus on creating animated web content using SVG and JavaScript technologies. I am eager to bring my rich background in fine art, classic animation, motion graphics, illustration, and UX/UI design to dynamic roles where I can craft compelling visual stories and impactful branding experiences.…

Nathan J. Crutchfield

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I am a hardworking 2D/3D animator based in Denver, CO with 22 years of professional experience primarily working within the Adobe CC ecosystem. Having classical training in 3D modeling, I evolved my career into the 2D and 2.5D animation space while leveraging plugins like Element 3D and Stardust for particles as well as software such as Cinema 4D and Spline for 3D web content. My extensive work includes collaborating with teams, leading projects from ideation to completion, and maintaining a strong work ethic throughout. Currently, I am expanding back into my 3D roots with a growing focus on creating animated web content using SVG and JavaScript technologies. I am eager to bring my rich background in fine art, classic animation, motion graphics, illustration, and UX/UI design to dynamic roles where I can craft compelling visual stories and impactful branding experiences.…

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I am a hardworking 2D/3D animator based in Denver, CO with 22 years of professional experience primarily working within the Adobe CC ecosystem. Having classical training in 3D modeling, I evolved my career into the 2D and 2.5D animation space while leveraging plugins like Element 3D and Stardust for particles as well as software such as Cinema 4D and Spline for 3D web content. My extensive work includes collaborating with teams, leading projects from ideation to completion, and maintaining a strong work ethic throughout.

Currently, I am expanding back into my 3D roots with a growing focus on creating animated web content using SVG and JavaScript technologies. I am eager to bring my rich background in fine art, classic animation, motion graphics, illustration, and UX/UI design to dynamic roles where I can craft compelling visual stories and impactful branding experiences.

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Work Experience

Art Direction / Motion Designer / Designer at The Nathan Crutchfield Design Co.
April 1, 2020 - Present
Led client projects from concept through completion, identifying key business objectives and collaborating with teams to create compelling brand collateral.
Art Direction / Motion Designer / Designer at Friends Of Mine, LLC
December 31, 2019 - August 5, 2025
Produced short-form video content including commercials and explainer videos. Collaborated with creative directors, art directors, and artists, taking projects from idea to final output.
Marketing Art Director at MapQuest
April 30, 2016 - August 5, 2025
Created all marketing collateral enhancing brand presence and online visibility. Managed design and art direction for marketing sites and vendors to ensure cohesive brand representation.
Senior UX Designer at Ogilvy
April 30, 2015 - August 5, 2025
Designed user-focused interfaces integrating design thinking and patterns, enhancing visual consistency and appeal. Led motion design projects including vision casting films, prototyping, and web video for clients like Microsoft, Adobe, and IBM, improving client engagement through storytelling.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts at Art Institute of Colorado
August 23, 1999 - August 15, 2002
Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Art Institute of Colorado
March 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002

Qualifications

Winner of the National Adobe Student Flash Site Competition
January 1, 2001 - August 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail, Education
    uniE608 2023 Reel
    This is a collection of work from the past couple of years. All of the animation was done by me with small exceptions on two projects where a couple animators helped on minor details. Several of the projects were illustrated band designed by myself as well. Credits: (In order of appearance) Magellan Creative Direction, Art Direction, Illustration & Animation - @Nathan Crutchfield Secureworks Creative Direction - Nathan Crutchfield Stephanie Baer Art Direction, Illustration & Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Voodoo Ranger Death brings life Creative Director - @Brock Johnson Associate Creative Director - @Zephan Knaus Producer - @Kristen Del Calzo Illustration - Sean Tourangeau Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Otterbox Creative Director - @Jeremy Lindenmier Producer - @Heather Domko Illustration - @Mike Scarano Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Allkind Creative Director - @Adam Espinoza Animation - Nathan Crutchfield @Gareth De Nobrega @Jason Schwarz Voodoo Ranger Beer Shuffle Creative Director - Brock Johnson Associate Creative Director - Zephan Knaus Producer - @Lisa Lee Illustration - @Josh Holland Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Reology Creative Director - Jeremy Lindenmier Illustration & Animation - Nathan Crutchfield SendGrid Creative Direction - Jeremy Lindenmier Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Cranefish Design - @Cristian Whitney Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Inspirato Creative Direction - Jeremy Lindenmier Adam Espinoza Producer - @Heather Domko Design & Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Selects - @Robert Fraser FOM Brand Animation Creative Director - Adam Espinoza Illustration - Mike Scarano Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Gareth De Nobrega Jason Schwarz Adam Espinoza Voodoo Ranger BYOB Creative Director - Brock Johnson Associate Creative Director - Zephan Knaus Producer - Kristen Del Calzo Illustration - Sean Tourangeau Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Inspire Creative Director - Jeremy Lindenmier Illustration - Mike Scarano Style Frames & Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Voodoo Ranger V&V Creative Director - Zephan Knaus Producer - Lisa Lee Illustration - Josh Holland Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Trulieve Illustration - Mike Scarano Animation - Nathan Crutchfield ICM Design & Animation - Nathan Crutchfield Music Track Luttrell: Twin Sisters…
    uniE608 Inspirato
    Had the great privilege of working on this video for Inspirato with Friends of Mine. Creative Direction: Friends of Mine Initial Art Direction: Friends of Mine Art Direction: Nathan Crutchfield Design: Nathan Crutchfield Animation: Nathan Crutchfield Video Selects: Bobby Broadway Mixing: Dynamite Laser Beam animator video…
    uniE608 Otterbox
    Video done for Otterbox showcasing a new case. Creative Director: Jeremy Lindenmier Illustration: Mike Scarano Animation: Nathan Crutchfield video animation motiongraphics…
    uniE608 2019 Reel
    All but two projects featured were illustrated by me and every piece featured was animated by me.…