Paul Sterling

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Hi, I’m Paul Sterling, a multi-disciplinary designer with over twenty years of experience across academic and private sectors.

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Hi, I’m Paul Sterling, a multi-disciplinary designer with over twenty years of experience across academic and private sectors. My work spans web development for e-learning, game asset creation, storyboarding, illustration, animation, and AI-assisted art design.

Currently I work as an independent contractor on ongoing projects in Ottawa, merging traditional craft with the latest AI tools to push the boundaries of visual storytelling, motion graphics, and interactive media. I’m passionate about blending classic design sensibilities with emerging technologies to create engaging, emotionally resonant experiences.

  • Joined November 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet
  • Education
  • Gaming
  • Professional Services
  • Healthcare

Projects · 4

Created the DNA Rogue trailer as an AI-assisted cinematic production, combining AI-generated imagery with animation, compositing, editing, and traditional creative techniques.

The process began with developing the visual direction and establishing the overall cinematic look and atmosphere. I then created and refined key visual assets using AI image-generation tools, directing the composition, character appearance, environments, lighting, and visual style.

  • 1st Assistant Director
  • Ad Designer

Work experience· 23 roles

Contractor/Artist-DesignerNov 2025 – Nov 2025 · 1 mo

Innovative multi-disciplinary artist-designer with a rich background in games, animation, and AI-assisted art design; specializes in creating visually compelling video visuals and motion graphics.

Independent Contractor / Artist-Designer · Self-EmployedNov 2025 – Nov 2025 · 1 mo

Contracting on ongoing projects across games, animation and AI-assisted art design; specializing in visually compelling video visuals, motion graphics and interactive digital media.

Independent Contractor / Designer · Self-employedMay 2024 – May 2024 · 1 mo

Contractor on ongoing projects; innovating in artist-design, games, animation, and AI-assisted art design. Proficient in Midjourney, Leonardo AI, Canva, Unreal Engine, Adobe Photoshop, and related tools; creates visual content, including video assets, animations, and interactive media.

Game and Toy Designer · Honeycomb Learning CorporationDec 2016 – Dec 2016 · 1 mo
Creator / Designer · Honeycomb Learning CorporationDec 2016 – Dec 2016 · 1 mo
Instructional Designer · Canadian Institute for Health InformationApr 2014 – Apr 2014 · 1 mo
Lead Game Designer · Build Page IncMar 2012 – Mar 2012 · 1 mo
Lead Game Designer · Educational IP - iPad App for KidsMar 2012 – Mar 2012 · 1 mo

Education

Illustration & Design · Sheridan College2030 – 1996
Illustration & Design · Sheridan College1996 – 2025
Illustration & Design · Sheridan College2030 – 1996

Certifications and awards

Security Clearance2030 – 2025
Security Clearance2030 – 2025
Security Clearance2030 – 2025

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